At Independent Means, we often receive requests for book reviews. Recently, Richard Syrop, an avid proponent of saving methods and teacher from the Pacific Northwest, sent us his soon-to-be-released, Effortless Savings - and here’s what we think:

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Effortless Savings is a practical, how-to guide on how to pinch pennies. From online shopping for toiletries, to cell phone provider alternatives, to do-it-yourself home cleaning products, Richard Syrop provides the true beginner with uncomplicated tools to save money. Common sense is not so common anymore, but Effortless Savings could easily be titled, “Saving Money for Dummies”. To learn more, check out Mr. Syrop’s website at EffortlessSavings.com.

We always look forward to hearing what our peers are up to. If you have an article, a book, a seminar, or anything you think might get our gears going, please send it to us! Go to our contact submission page here, or mail it in at Independent Means, Inc. 1209 1/2 De La Vina St, Santa Barbara, CA.