The holidays are around the corner!! While I love the time with family and friends, I get a little anxious when I think about all the extra time and money that can come along with them. Below are some tips that I try to follow that you may find helpful too: *The guideline for holiday spending is about […]
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Teach Kids to Manage Money
It’s back to school time! If you have kids, you may be close to finishing up a flurry of shopping. While you’re spending all that money to give your kids a good start to learn this year, are you also spending time to give them a good start with money? Although the money management skills […]
School Shopping on a Budget
For some of you school is already starting and others it will come soon. If you have delayed your back to school shopping and need to get going quickly, don’t forget that a little planning can go a long way in not breaking the bank. Here a few tips to keep your budget in line […]
Emergency Funds: Vital Help in a Crisis
Many families have faced challenges with loss of income and/or extra expenses during this recession. Families are often called upon to help pay bills or provide necessities if they are not covering their own emergencies. So, the message about having a reserve fund of cash may not be a “hard sell” in these times. Coming […]
New, FREE, online Money Management Course
Money management is an important skill to have and one that can have a deep impact on a relationship. Many studies have shown that disagreement over money is one of the top 3 reasons that couples state when separating or getting a divorce. Money is important to think about and deal with because it can […]
April is Financial Literacy Month!
We’re surrounded by money information. Turn on the TV or radio, pick up a newspaper or magazine, search the web or look at social media sites…information is everywhere. How do we know what is credible and worth our attention? Where are we on our path to financial wellness? Looking for information on line? Start with […]