Alexandra Romanov - Yahoo! Voices

First Person: What I Do with Unwanted Gift Cards

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Alexandra Romanov) — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 18:36:46 EDT

Billions of dollars go unused each year on gift cards. Here is what I do to prevent the cards I get from being unused,

Contributor: Alexandra Romanov
Published: Jan 31, 2012

First Person: How Joining a Store Rewards Program Has Saved Me Money

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Alexandra Romanov) — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 18:13:49 EDT

How joining a store rewards program saves me money on groceries and how to use the programs along with coupons to save even more.

Contributor: Alexandra Romanov
Published: Jan 25, 2012

Sherlock: The Latest Incarnation of Sherlock Holmes is Delighting Viewers Around the World

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Alexandra Romanov) — Tue, 17 Jan 2012 13:56:33 EDT

With Benedict Cumberpatch as Sherlock and Martin Freeman as Watson, this incarnation of the well-loved Sherlock Holmes is set in Modern London while staying true to the character and personality of the fictional detective.

Contributor: Alexandra Romanov
Published: Jan 17, 2012

First Person: Why I Still Work in the Newspaper Industry

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Alexandra Romanov) — Fri, 13 Jan 2012 10:49:36 EDT

I love working in the publishing industry and specifically for newspapers. Newspapers can survive and even thrive if they remember the human component along with a the news.

Contributor: Alexandra Romanov
Published: Jan 13, 2012

First Person: Having Enough to Retire is a Challenge

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Alexandra Romanov) — Fri, 13 Jan 2012 10:46:03 EDT

Thanks to the economy and political pandering in Washington, I have to step up my savings to be sure of having enough to retire.

Contributor: Alexandra Romanov
Published: Jan 13, 2012

Super PACs Are a Threat to Democracy

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Alexandra Romanov) — Tue, 10 Jan 2012 10:38:27 EDT

Transparency in government is vital to democracy. Super PACs threaten this transparency and need to be monitored by the American people.

Contributor: Alexandra Romanov
Published: Jan 10, 2012

Salzburg: A Beautiful Day Trip from Munich

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Alexandra Romanov) — Tue, 10 Jan 2012 09:13:32 EDT

Salzburg Germany is one of the most beautiful areas of Europe. It's medieval churches and history along with it's being the birthplace of Mozart and filming location of The Sound of Music, make it a great way to spend the day.

Contributor: Alexandra Romanov
Published: Jan 10, 2012

College Planning and Financial Planning Are a Good Marriage

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Alexandra Romanov) — Mon, 09 Jan 2012 15:59:18 EDT

Planning for future financial success should start with college planning. Choosing a major that makes you marketable in the future is a good start.

Contributor: Alexandra Romanov
Published: Jan 09, 2012

How to Make Money Off of Your Old Electronics, Books and DVD's

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Alexandra Romanov) — Mon, 09 Jan 2012 15:56:05 EDT

Trading in your old books, DVD's and electronics can give you the money to purchase new items without dipping into your cash or credit cards.

Contributor: Alexandra Romanov
Published: Jan 09, 2012

I No Longer Go to Movie Theaters but I Could Be Enticed to Return

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Alexandra Romanov) — Fri, 06 Jan 2012 10:22:19 EDT

I have 3 main reasons for not attending movies in theaters but a few simply changes could get me to return.

Contributor: Alexandra Romanov
Published: Jan 06, 2012

Gadgets No One Should Travel Without

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Alexandra Romanov) — Wed, 04 Jan 2012 13:46:09 EDT

I travel a great deal. These are some gadgets that I am never without no matter what mode of travel I am using.

Contributor: Alexandra Romanov
Published: Jan 04, 2012

The Mitsubishi Eclipse is the Best Car I Have Ever Owned

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Alexandra Romanov) — Wed, 04 Jan 2012 13:40:10 EDT

It was a tough call between the Jeep Grand Cherokee and the Mitsubishi Eclipse. The Eclipse won by a nose.

Contributor: Alexandra Romanov
Published: Jan 04, 2012

2011: A Look at the Technological Trends that Shaped the Year

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Alexandra Romanov) — Wed, 04 Jan 2012 08:59:21 EDT

The big news of 2011 was the widespread use of apps everywhere from phones to computers. The year also saw major advances in tablet computers, eReaders and smart phones. Google made massive changes and 3D technology became more widely accepted.

Contributor: Alexandra Romanov
Published: Jan 04, 2012

The Internet is the Source of the Technology that I Can't Live Without

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Alexandra Romanov) — Wed, 04 Jan 2012 08:05:58 EDT

I couldn't function without the Internet. I know I used to do something else but for the life of me I can't remember what that was.

Contributor: Alexandra Romanov
Published: Jan 04, 2012

Former Illinois Governor Blagojevich Requests Drug Program

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Alexandra Romanov) — Tue, 03 Jan 2012 16:25:15 EDT

Rod Blagojevich requests drug rehab, more time before reporting to prison and a particular prison.

Contributor: Alexandra Romanov
Published: Jan 03, 2012

Earning You MBA is a Key to Future Success

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Alexandra Romanov) — Tue, 03 Jan 2012 16:22:30 EDT

Earning my MBA was the single smartest academic decision I ever made. It has opened doors and ensured my financial security.

Contributor: Alexandra Romanov
Published: Jan 03, 2012

MBA in Marketing: A Great Way to Write Your Own Future Success

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Alexandra Romanov) — Tue, 03 Jan 2012 15:54:00 EDT

MY MBA in marketing has made it possible to essentially choose the life I want. This has been the best academic decision I've made.

Contributor: Alexandra Romanov
Published: Jan 03, 2012

Osama Bin Laden Tops the List of Notable Deaths in 2011

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Alexandra Romanov) — Fri, 23 Dec 2011 11:01:44 EDT

Osama Bin Laden was finally killed in 2011. Other notables include Harry Morgan, Amy Winehouse, Lilian Jackson Braun and Steve Jobs.

Contributor: Alexandra Romanov
Published: Dec 23, 2011

Gift Ideas for the Technologically Inclined

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Alexandra Romanov) — Thu, 22 Dec 2011 14:24:43 EDT

Here are a few gift ideas for the tech head in your life.

Contributor: Alexandra Romanov
Published: Dec 22, 2011

Extreme Couponing My Way to Ireland

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Alexandra Romanov) — Thu, 22 Dec 2011 13:25:30 EDT

How to use extreme couponing to save for a European vacation.

Contributor: Alexandra Romanov
Published: Dec 22, 2011