6 Tips for Time Management
Hey! You there—Mom holding your Cup of Joe in one hand, an arm full of groceries, and a planner overflowing with dates and post-it notes. Constantly feeling as if you don’t have enough time in the day? You’re not alone.…
Tackling Your Electricity Bill
I bet you just submitted your online payment to your electricity bill, and something tells me that it is the highest it’s been all year long. It’s predictable bill behavior down here in Texas: sky-high summertime electricity bills followed by…
Updating Your Fall Wardrobe – On a Budget
I don’t know about you, but I am ready for fall. Cooler weather, pumpkin spiced lattes and of course, my favorite: boots and sweaters and scarves, OH MY! As ladies, we would all love to go splurge on a new wardrobe every time the seasons change, that’s not exactly ideal for our budgets. Pick your priority when it comes to fashion, and follow these guidelines.
Retirement Savings Means It’s Time to Sweat the Small Stuff
Baby Boomers, Gen X, Millennials. The lack of retirement savings in our country is an epidemic that affects all three generations. . According to the 2016 Retirement Confidence Survey from the Employee Benefit Research Institute (EBRI), only two-thirds of workers (or their spouses) are currently saving for retirement, with 26 percent reporting they have less than $1,000 saved. It’s time to sweat the small stuff.
Back to School for Y-O-U
I can't believe we're already halfway through August! The first day of school will be here before you know. While it’s not time to bust out the cameras for the back to school pictures just yet; it is time to start…
Teaching Children Financial Responsibility
A child’s mind is like a sponge. They automatically absorb so much information from their surroundings. Use this to teach them valuable life lessons early so it sticks with them throughout their lifetime. Financial planners say learning how to budget…
Savings Tip #1: Eat at Home
It’s a Wednesday night and it’s already been a long week at work. The kids are about to head back to school and you’re trying to get everyone back into a daily routine. You still have to take your daughter…
Access Your Last Minute Summer Vacation
Is it me, or did this summer pass in a flash? With a month left before the kids are back in school, and two months left in the summer season, there’s still time for you to invest in traveling with…
Tips for Tax Free Weekend
Tax Free Weekend is one of the best times of the year to buy clothing, shoes and school supplies, and I always try to take advantage of the discounts. Many stores are already running great back to school sales and…
Eating Out vs. Dining In
We’ve all been there. You’re trying to save money but you really don’t feel like cooking tonight. You want something quick and easy but you’d rather not go through the drive through. You’re trying to eat healthy but you really…