I don’t know about you, but in the last few months I have noticed that gas prices are going up. In fact, a recent article by AAA indicates we may not see relief for a while yet. One of the reasons for the increase we are all feeling is the higher price the United States […]
Non-Traditional Ways to Love Your Valentine
Like most people, you were probably taught to share small tokens of appreciation or affection with others for Valentine’s Day. In fact, it’s very likely the first paper valentine you ever received or gave was when you were primary school age or younger. I know that’s when I got my first valentine. As I got […]
Often Forgotten Items That Should Be in Your Budget
As the first month of the new year draws to a close it is likely many people have already revised their budgets. If you are among them, it’s important to note that making changes to it doesn’t mean your budgeting is complete for the year. In fact, you should review your budget at least every […]
Moving Expenses You May Not Have Thought About
Hunting for a new place to live takes time but can be kind of fun. I know when my husband and I moved into our first home together we felt excitement and anticipation. We both had new jobs as well as a baby on the way so we definitely had a lot of changes to […]
Eliminate Bad Habits and Save Money
Just about everybody has a habit or two they would like to change. I confess that I have definitely developed a few over the years. Thankfully there are some I have successfully broken or changed. Unfortunately, like most other people, I have a few I am still working on. But the bad habits that deserve […]
8 Ways to Save for a Vacation This Year
Everyone knows Christmas is on December 25th because the month and day it’s celebrated doesn’t change from year to year. Summer is kind of the same way. Although, the first day of summer vacation fluctuates a bit from one year to the next, we all know it’s coming at some point. Still, many of us […]
How You Can Make Tax Time Tolerable
Christmas and New Year’s Day are in our rear view mirrors now, and that means it’s time to think about the upcoming tax season. Of course, the deadline isn’t until April 17, 2018 but that doesn’t mean you should wait until April to get started. In fact, the first day the IRS will accept tax […]
New Year’s Resolutions You Can and Should Keep
With Christmas just a day behind us, the new year is fast approaching. Many people will take the next few days to reflect on all of the changes the past year has brought. But multitudes of people will also begin thinking about their goals and New Year’s resolutions for the year ahead. They’ll try out […]
What to Do When You Have Put Off Christmas Shopping
Christmas is only a week away and after the last few days of preparations I feel a little more ready for it. However, I will admit, panic was starting to set in just four or five days ago. The only thing I had done up to that point was put up tree and decorate a […]
Best Ways to Avoid Holiday Sales Traps
With just two weeks until Christmas many people who haven’t hit the stores yet will be hustling around to get their shopping done. Stores will be overflowing with people as some shelves begin to empty. But don’t worry. There are still plenty of holiday sales to help you save money. Or are there? Sure, you […]
How to Correct Your Vision for Less
As other healthcare costs continue to rise, so do the costs for dental, hearing, and vision care. Regardless, it is just as important to maintain your health in these areas as it is your total overall health. The problem is that some people will put off going to their eye doctor, for example, to save […]
Should You Delay Retirement Until Forced?
Retirement is a subject not everyone likes to talk about. After all, who wants to admit they are getting older? Thinking about it can cause feelings of depression, fear, and anxiety. For instance, some people have concerns that they will be lonely or bored without having a job to go to every day. They may […]
How Technology Can Grow Your Business
When you think about how much technology has changed in the last thirty years it can blow your mind. I know it’s pretty incredible to me, anyway. For example, computers used to be enormous, boxy, and heavy in the past. Now, though, they can easily fit into the palm of your hand. But the size […]
Why Cyber Monday is Just Another Sales Gimmick
According to Wikipedia, Cyber Monday has only been around for about 12 years. But since its inception, retail sales have grown into the billions. Cyber Monday deals are usually offered only on products consumers buy online. But do we really need another reason to spend money whether we spend it online or in the store? […]
How to Make Money Going for a Walk
It’s pretty common these days for people to have a side hustle to boost their budgets. Actually, I had a side hustle myself up until very recently when I quit my full-time job. Now I work my freelancing side hustle full-time instead. To other people, though, a side-hustle could be any number of different occupations. […]
Can You Host a Thanksgiving Meal on a Budget?
I’ve always felt like Thanksgiving is a holiday that is a bit under-rated. In comparison, it’s a lot less stressful than Christmas – except for the cooking, of course. Certainly there are fewer things to do, such as the decorating, shopping, wrapping, and parties you have for the Christmas holiday. For the most part, once […]
5 Ways to Make Money Quickly
A year or so ago, my husband and I had a talk about how stupid it is to spend so much money on things we don’t necessarily need. Money was tight at the time and we were trying to cut back on our frivolous spending. Trimming our expenses has allowed us to spend more time […]
Cheap Holiday Candy Alternatives
Time is supposed to be a constant, but I’m not sure I believe it. Fall seems to have arrived faster than ever this year. Not only that, but Halloween is just around the corner, and the other holidays will follow shortly thereafter. One thing I used to struggle with during the holidays is how to […]
Can You Save at a Farmer’s Market?
I love buying food from a farmer’s market whenever I can. Since my husband and I own a farm of our own we want to support other farmers when we can as well. But another reason I like the farmer’s market is that there are many different kinds of foods sold there. This makes shopping […]
Why an Off Season Wedding Could Save You Money
I have to admit that is has been a very long time since I married my husband. And we actually got married in the month of August which isn’t at all during the off season. But more recently I have helped a few friends and family members with different aspects of their weddings. In doing […]
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