In recent months, there have been lots of discussions and warnings about rising food prices. This is an unfortunate phenomenon that has taken over the world. It’s rotten news especially since we’re less than ten years out of a pandemic, there are wars in the Middle East, millions of people are out of work and… Read More »How to Survive Rising Food Prices in Barbados
Barbadians can unlock steady savings with a BARP card by knowing where and how to use it, showing your card when required, and taking advantage of time-limited offers and partner deals. If you want to get the most of your membership, present your BARP card at participating merchants, enroll where needed, and combine partner discounts… Read More »How To Maximize Discounts with a BARP Card
Where are the cheapest supermarkets in Barbados? We want to stretch our dollars on groceries without sacrificing choice and quality. Thankfully, there are a few options in Barbados that do just that. For the best everyday savings, consumers should try Cherish, Popular Supermarket, Jordan’s Supermarket and Cost-U-Less as places to start. They consistently offer lower… Read More »Cheapest Supermarkets in Barbados
Looking for the cheapest hybrid cars in Barbados and don’t want to waste time? There are several budget-friendly hybrid options locally, including compact Toyota and Nissan models. You can find these options and more by checking dealers, reconditioned car sellers, and online marketplaces. When shopping for hybrid cars, take note of which models commonly cost… Read More »10 Cheapest Hybrid Cars in Barbados
From the outside, life in Barbados is sweet. In fact, it’s one of the top Caribbean destinations where people choose to obtain financial independence and retire early, also known as FIRE. Because of this, questions have been swirling for years and discussions about whether FIRE is possible for people who live and work in the… Read More »How to Achieve Financial Independence and Retire Early
Shrinkflation, a hidden aspect of economics, is a phenomenon that affects consumers and businesses alike. It occurs when companies, faced with rising production costs, decide to subtly reduce the size or quality of their products instead of raising prices. The objective is to maintain profit margins, but it can lead to a decrease in value… Read More »What is Shrinkflation?
The measures in the 2026 Barbados budget will shape everyday financial decisions that will impact your future. Barbadians were nervous about the proposal which carried real implications for households across the island. There were adjustments to taxation, public spending, new incentives and measures intended to provide cost of living relief. This budget comes against a… Read More »2026 Barbados Budget: What It Means for Your Finances
It’s much easier now to shop online and ship items to Barbados. This also means that it’s much easier for scammers and fraudsters to target shoppers. Keep reading to find out how you can protect yourself from scams in Barbados. How to Identify Shopping Scams Because fraudsters have become craftier with their scams, shoppers must… Read More »How to Beware of Scams in Barbados
I recently came across a new product/ service by CIBC First Caribbean (FCIB). In December, I finally had the opportunity to try it. A situation popped up where I had to send money to a friend in the United Kingdom. This was my first attempt at using 1st Send Money Transfer, an international money transfer… Read More »Is First Caribbean’s 1st Send Service Worth It?
During the Barbados Olympics I was building my emergency fund, cutting back on spending, and keeping a close eye on my finances.