Part of saving money is making sure that you take advantage of your equity when it makes the most sense. One trend that we've been learning about here at MetroDealz is that due to the banking crisis some banks are flat out canceling line of credit and home equity loans - even for those with perfect and near perfect credit ratings who have already been approved. Read more

I've been hearing from many folks that they've been trying to get through to the unemployment office (EDD) in California and have been unable to get hold of anyone - either the phone will hang up, it will be busy, or they'll get nothing at all.

It's not unusual to hear tales of people making a few hundred calls per day trying to get through and still not having any luck. With unemployment being near record highs and major state budget cuts there are just too many callers and too few reps to take care of everyone.

Here are a few tips you can use to help improve your chances: Read more

I came across this good read on CNN that unfortunately sums up the financial situation pretty well. This couple lived the good life in Beverly Hills, and partly out of necessity, and a desire for simplicity and serenity they gave it all up.

Perhaps if they used MetroDealz a bit more then they wouldn't have had to go to such extremes.

http://www.cnn.com/2009/LIVING/02/26/economy.survivor.farm/index.html

There seems to be a trend for free food offers. You can find your full day's supply and more below:

IHOP - International House of Pancakes
IHOP Short stack 7AM-10PM one free short stack (3) of buttermilk pancakes
http://www.ihoppancakeday.com/

Jack in the Box
2 free tacos from Jack in the Box
http://coupon.hangintherejack.com/two-tacos.php

Quiznos
Free Sub from Quiznos:
http://www.millionsubs.com/Reg.php

Arby's
Free Roast Burger at Arby's
http://arbys.fbmta.com/members/ViewMailing.aspx?MailingID=27917289331 Read more

You're already saving money by finding the best Dealz in your neighborhood, right? Well, here are several steps that you can take right now to save even more money during the recession:

1) Supermarkets typically give their best deals at the beginning of the week. Shop at the beginning of the week, but stay aware of coupons in the newspaper and when your favorite items will be on sale. Read more