Angela Colley
Angela Colley is a freelance writer based in New Orleans and an expert at the fine art of renting apartments. And it IS an art.
Buying A Ghost Town
January 22, 2015
Want to become the mayor, the sheriff, and the outlaw? Here’s how you can buy your own ghost town without spending the big Hollywood bucks.
How To Buy A Ghost Town In 7 Easy Steps
January 22, 2015
Want to become the mayor, the sheriff, and the outlaw? Here’s how you can buy your own ghost town without spending the big Hollywood bucks.
How To Save Money At Mardi Gras
January 19, 2015
A New Orleans local tells you exactly where to go and what to do to save big bucks during the big party.
Infographic: 20 Dumbest Apps Of 2014
January 5, 2015
Yes, there’s an app for that — no matter how stupid the idea.
How To Find Cheap Haunted Hotels
October 21, 2014
If you don’t want to spend Halloween at home, here’s how to save without a scary price tag.
Which subscription boxes are really a deal?
October 9, 2014
We signed up for seven eccentric subscription boxes. Here’s the mystery stuff we got, and what we thought.
8 tips to getting the best deals at garage sales
October 7, 2014
Garage sales both rewarding and risky. Here’s how to score a deal every time.
6 steps to renting a pet-friendly apartment
September 22, 2014
Here’s how to save time and money while keeping the landlord and your neighbors happy.
How to buy groceries online the right way
September 16, 2014
Only a fraction of shoppers buy groceries online, but that’s growing. Here’s how to save money and eat right.
7 ways to beat the high cost of rent
September 9, 2014
Nationwide, rents are at an all-time high. Here’s how to still find a sweet deal.
8 myths about renters insurance
September 4, 2014
It’s a lot cheaper and covers a lot more than you probably think.
19 ways to save big on your dog
August 26, 2014
We spoil our dogs, but that doesn’t mean we have to spoil our budgets, too.
How to sell your junk car online — for serious cash
August 21, 2014
In the time it takes to read this, you could find a buyer for your crappy car.
How to deal with a crazy roommate without wrecking your rental history
July 14, 2014
Here are a half-dozen simple suggestions from a landlord and real estate podcaster.
Don’t sell your home when you move. Rent it and profit.
July 7, 2014
Under the right conditions, you can make more by NOT selling your house.
How I defeated my ID thief
June 19, 2014
If your Social Security Number is stolen like mine was, here are 5 easy steps to strike back.
How to spot a terrible landlord before you rent
June 10, 2014
Here are six crucial questions to ask your landlord and yourself if you want to find the right rental at the right price.
Is mead worth the money?
May 28, 2014
Here’s the buzz on the newest, oldest alcoholic beverage that’s making a comeback.
8 big renting myths landlords and tenants believe
May 27, 2014
You think you know the law about renting a place to live? We bet you don’t.
I finally beat the bank that took all my money!
May 21, 2014
My bank suddenly closed my checking account and didn’t return my money. I got it all back. Here’s how.
7 tips to renting an apartment online without getting scammed
May 20, 2014
Like everything else, the Internet has made renting an apartment both easier and more dangerous.
5 simple steps to growing your own food
May 1, 2014
You don’t have to possess a green thumb or spend hours getting dirt under your fingernails.
Social media DOs and DON’Ts for a job search
April 17, 2014
Here are 5 ways social media can cost you a job, and 7 ways it can help you land one.
How to imbibe at the bar without going broke
April 14, 2014
Here are 5 tips for saving while drinking — from a New Orleans bartender.
Yup, your bank can close your checking account without telling you!
March 14, 2014
After seven years, my bank suddenly closed my checking account and didn’t return my money. Here’s what I learned.