Well, hopefully by now you know about our "Who Referred You" contest going on at Alterra. The first place prize is $400 off of rent with the second place prize offering $200 off of rent. Wondering what you could do with all that money that you will be saving on rent? Here are five ways that you could spend the money saved if you won the … [Read more...]
Confused on What to Cook?
August 30, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Ever have those nights where you just have absolutely no idea what you should cook? It's like your hunger has killed all your creative juices, or maybe you're just really indecisive. That's okay. Thanks to the leaps and bounds made in modern technology, all of your recipe woes have been handled. CookThink.com is your answer. Whether you're ready to … [Read more...]
“Who Referred You” Contest
August 24, 2010 By 1 Comment
We have a 1st place prize of $400 off of rent for one month and a 2nd place prize of $200 off of rent for one month. What would you use the extra cash for? A new TV? A vacation? Leave a comment and let us know. … [Read more...]
A Money Management System That Actually Listens
August 23, 2010 By 1 Comment
It helps you find the best APY for your bank accounts, syncs all of your financial accounts together, it helps you budget your future, and it does all this and much more for free. In my quest to become a financially responsible adult, my friends who have been in the financial industry suggested Mint.com to me. Since I have been using it, I have … [Read more...]
Snack Smarter with These Power Foods
August 20, 2010 By Leave a Comment
When people ask what I did to drop nearly a third of my weight they always seem to think that I starved myself. That's an assumption that can help you lose weight at first, but the majority of your weight lost will end up being your muscle mass. Losing your guns is the last thing you want to do when going on a diet, especially since your muscles are fat … [Read more...]
Looking For An Adventure? Get Outfitted for Less First!
August 16, 2010 By Leave a Comment
When it comes to outdoor gear, the good stuff is usually pretty expensive. That's why nature geeks usually wait it out for the really good sales. Whether you wait it out for the "Scratch & Dent" sale at REI, find your way to a Bass Pro Shop an hour or so away, outdoor stores have these epic sales that everyone looks forward to. Lucky for us, … [Read more...]
Back to the Basics Running
August 13, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Those $150 running shoes that were supposed to help your knee and lower back pains might be making it worse. You see, modern running shoes aren't exactly the problem; it's what they encourage which is the problem known as the "heel strike." Authors like Christopher McDougall and Paul Rambali have been writing about the technique of barefoot running for … [Read more...]
Poll: Who Will Take the National League?
August 9, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Right now, our Padres are on top of the National League with the Atlanta Braves, but there are a few other teams that will make the post season pretty exciting this year. We were wondering how our Alterra residents thought San Diego would finish off the season. Don't forget to check them in the series with Pittsburgh Pirates this week. Related … [Read more...]
La Mesa Farmer’s Market
August 2, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Looking for ways to stimulate the local market and eat fresh foods at the same time? Maybe you're looking for a special handmade craft to decorate your Alterra apartment with. Check out the La Mesa Farmer's Market, located in the Allison Avenue parking lot. The market is open between 3pm and 6pm, every Friday, and will operate rain or shine. Some of … [Read more...]
