Software continues to make life easier and more accessible and now software can also help you save money. Different applications designed for your phone give you the tools to make wiser choices when it comes to your finances…. Read More >
Budgeting for a Better Financial Future
There are so many guides on the internet offering advice about how we should budget for our monthly spending and how we should look after our finances in the short term – but what about our long-term financial… Read More >
5 Tips on How to Manage Your Debt With Good Budgeting
Being in debt is certainly not a rosy experience. You don’t feel top of the world when the accusing fingers of the creditors point at you. The best way to deal with this debt crisis is to plan… Read More >
Paying for College Without Going Broke
Starting college can be scary; it is a new world out there, with its own hurdles attached to the journey. One of the main concerns when considering higher education is the cost that is associated with it. Furthering… Read More >
Debt Relief: Achieving Financial Freedom
If you are having trouble dealing with debt problems, you should find the right solutions as soon as you can. Debt is similar to a disease, and it will get worse if it is not dealt with promptly…. Read More >
Top Five Financial Steps to Take in the New Year
Weekly Challenge – Tidy Up Your Finances The New Year provides opportunities to clean away the old and welcome the new in a variety of ways. I like to take time during the month of January to empty… Read More >
Preparing for the Holidays: Putting Aside Money for Gifts
While it might seem silly to start planning how to handle Christmas shopping months in advance, it’s often a far better idea than waiting until the last moment. With the economy somewhat shaky, jobs unavailable, and unemployment soaring,… Read More >
A Beginner’s Guide to Saving for College
Nothing manages to open doors quite like a college education. While there are plenty of stories touting self-made men and women who managed to work outside of the system or pursue interests after dropping out, it’s tough to… Read More >
Keeping Up With The Joneses
Keeping Up With The Joneses is now available on DVD, and it’s a must see movie for anyone trying to get out of debt or for anyone that’s just trying to save money. The movie paints an ugly,… Read More >
How Much Will My Insurance Rate Increase for an Accident?
The first thing to do after an accident is to be sure that everyone involved is alright. Later on, a top concern is how much your insurance rates will increase. The general answer depends on several factors. According… Read More >
It’s Time For A Budget Diet
We’ve just returned from Spring Break…we had lots of fun, ate lots of food, and now it’s time to watch both my weight and my wallet! The Budget Diet is a diet for your wallet…not your waistline! The… Read More >
Budget Basics
Do you have a written household budget? Do you know budget basics? Do you need some budget tips? Do you need to save your money? Here’s your weekly challenge: get your budget out of your head & onto… Read More >
Emergency Fund – Rainy Day Savings
Do you know the difference between an emergency fund or rainy day savings and “Oh No” expenses? Do you know what an “Oh No” expense is, and how to budget for “Oh No” expenses? The Budget Diet girl… Read More >
What’s Your New Year’s Resolution?
The gifts have all been opened, the Christmas parties are over, Our thoughts have turned from Sugar Plums to tightening our belts…ugh! If your New Year’s Resolution has anything to do with saving money, frugal living or getting… Read More >
Boost Your Insurance Deductible & SAVE
Reduce your insurance premiums and save your money! Take 5 minutes today & call your insurance company to review both your auto & homeowner’s policies. Do a quick review of your policy with your agent, and then ask… Read More >
Save With Bi-Weekly Mortgage Payments
Switch to bi-weekly mortgage payments & discover instant savings! Many money savings experts recommend bi-weekly mortgage payments. Here’s how it works… Let’s suppose your mortgage payment is $1500, and it’s due the 1st of each month. Begin paying… Read More >