As we “fall back” on Sunday to enjoy an extra hour of time, why not put that to good use by checking in on your finances? If you need a little inspiration, here is a quick list of ten things...
There are a lot of people out there who know they need financial planning but are still unclear about what financial planning actually is. So to help you better understand the importance of financial planning, I’ve debunked four major myths...
My husband keeps a pile of wadded-up 20-dollar bills in a drawer in our bedroom. He says he’s saving up for our son’s Christmas gift – a LEGO set with a price tag so high that I am ashamed to...
If it’s been awhile since you’ve attended a wedding, or if you’re a young adult whose friends are just starting to tie the knot, you may feel clueless about buying wedding gifts. You’re not alone: giving gifts for big life...
Keeping yourself and your family warm during the winter months isn’t cheap, and we often wonder how we can keep the heat in the house and away from our bills. Here are a few simple tips that will keep you...
At this point in time, there’s a real good chance that half the e-mails you receive and that aren’t immediately filtered to your Spam folder are for Daily Deals. Sites like Groupon and Living Social bombard you with multiple intriguing...
If you have sons, you know that they are much smarter than your daughters. And it follows logically that you’d talk to your boys about important issues of the day much more than you would your girls. If I made...
You got the job. Congratulations! At the orientation, the benefits office is going to give you a huge booklet about your retirement plan (or a link to a website that would cause a laser printer to catch fire if you...
Did you know that the average American household is expected to spend $125 on Halloween this year? If you want to trim that number, here are some ways to save this spooky season: Nasty Noises Once upon a time you...
After a busy summer, you’re likely ready for things to slow down a bit. But are you ready to deal with your financial situation? Do you have an action plan? Here are five money moves you should consider making this...