Teenagers can be expensive, but with some careful planning, you can reduce their impact on your budget and have a less stressful year. If your family has a tight budget and bunch of upcoming teen expenses, a good first step is to put together a list of the big expenses your teenager might incur this […]
Finance Tips to Fit Your Big Family Into a Small Budget
When it comes to having a big family, you know exactly what it takes to survive financially. With that being said, it doesn’t make sense to live outside your means. After all, it’s time with your children that matters most. Take time to budget so you can live with more than just the bare minimum […]
5 Thrifty Business Dress Tips to Keep You Looking Your Best
It can be intimidating and expensive when you start to transition from college to business attire. You may have little more than an interview suit and a couple dress shirts hanging in your closet. With these tips and tricks, you can build an easy work wardrobe without breaking the bank. Keep it simple Start with […]
6 Style Tips for the Frugal Housewife
Most of the time, being frugal is not an option, it’s a necessity. If you don’t want to show up at the parent-teacher conference in gray sweats and fuzzy house slippers, it is imperative to learn how to style yourself, making the most out of every dollar you spend on your wardrobe. Select a color […]
Future Finances: How to Create Balance in Your Life and Checkbook
People who overspend tend to have bad budgeting habits, spend a lot of needless time trying to figure out how to deal with the pressures of creditors and devising ways to get the basics of life on a meager budget. Many times, an overspending habit isn’t even a conscious one. It can be the exact […]
4 Best Tips for Teaching Your Teenagers How to Save Money
Most teenagers will blow through a wad of cash faster than you can hand it over to them. The thought of saving money is typically the furthest thought from their mind. Since you are not made of money, it becomes evident that at some point they will simply have to learn to save the money […]
What You Need to Know About Financing for Your First House
After years of dreaming, saving and house hunting, you think you just might be ready to make that first big purchase – a house. You’ve filled out all kinds of mortgage loan calculators, and think you’ve considered every financial possibility. However, buying a house involves a little more than just initial financing. Here are some […]
Great Ideas for Keeping the Kids Busy This Summer
Summer time presents parents with a unique challenge, like how to keep their children busy and not moping around the house constantly looking for something to do. It is something every parent has to deal with, from the day school lets out until they go back at the end of summer. Here are some great […]
Brighter Whites: 5 Tricks to Getting Your Whites More White
Many of us know the frustration that comes from pulling load after load of dull, dingy whites from the dryer. They were so pristine when you bought them. How can they look so old already? Unfortunately, many factors can ruin that snow-white appearance, such as hard water, stains and washing colors with your whites. However, […]
New Beginnings: Tips for Home Renovation
You now have the time, money, and the determination to do the renovation that you’ve longed for for years. When you’re ready for a home update, it’s important to carefully plan and organize your renovation. Here are some tips on how to best realize your dreams while avoiding some of the common pitfalls: Sign a […]