Got plastic bags? Me too!
It seems every time I go to the store, I always forget my handy reusable bags and end up with another mountain of plastic bags. Sure, using them for garbage bags is handy, but what else could you possibly use…
Coupon Etiquette
To be a savvy shopper or not to be...that is NOT the question. The question is: do you want to save money? Couponing has gradually become more popular in recent years. The more you coupon, the more you can save!…
Weekend Get-A-Way Ideas
Have you ever needed a couple of days away to regroup? Me too! Weekends are a great time to plan a quick trip to escape or just to spend time with family. With so many options of places to go…
Throwback Thursday: Keeping Cool On July 4th
Can you believe it, July 4th is next week! Time really does fly when you're having fun. Summer is a great time to be outdoors and do things that you normally can't do in the winter. But watch out for…
Summer Vacation
Summer is here! And who's ready to go on a VA-KAY-TION? I know I am. Vacations don't have to be very costly. There are lots of ways to save when deciding on a trip — the key is planning! Staying…
Financial Terms for Credit Card
If you missed the Financial Terms for Kids 101 — you can read it here. Now that there is an understanding on the basic financial ideas and terminologies about checking/savings accounts, it is time to step it up a notch…
Financial Terms 101
Talking to your children about financial issues can be a little nerve-racking if you don't have a plan in mind. Should you start with loans, credit cards, saving accounts, account statements...etc. Before we overload the kids with all these new…
Money Personality
Your personality makes you unique. It makes you who you are — are you an introvert or an extrovert? Are you list-maker or do you just wing-it? Do you think through a process thoroughly before acting or do you jump…
A Gift for Dad
June is here. It's time to celebrate DAD! Father's Day is June 16th and I have the perfect gift for the dad that has everything. If you have young children, creating a special gift just for Dad is always fun. …
Home Owners: Hiring a Contractor
Have you ever needed work done on your home and needed a professional to get it done? If so, you know it's a daunting task to say the least. Not only are you stressed over the possible cost, but the…