There is one way you are sure to never successfully overcome a problem – and that is to try and ignore it. Even if you can bury it for a while, it will find a way to dig itself to freedom. This is especially true with finances. Recently we went …Find out more
5 Free (or Nearly Free) Things for the Family
January 5, 2009
Budget Tips
Saving your money doesn’t mean avoiding fun and excitement. There are plenty of things that you can do (yes with a family) that will cost you little or no money. 1. Rent a movie – FROM THE LIBRARY. It’s free and often if they don’t have the movie you are …Find out more
Breaking Free From Debt
January 4, 2009
Financial Freedom
There is no good debt. I have heard (and read) many experts say that a good debt is one that increases in value – like a home. The truth is that even those debts are ultimately bad for you and for your future. 1. Debt enslaves. You are forced into …Find out more
Money Controlled My Life
January 3, 2009
Financial Freedom
I think there is a hole in my bank account. Every month my job says the check goes to the bank. The bank statement even shows the deposit. But the balance sure doesn’t reflect the concept that I am earning anything. I’d like to say it’s just “the man” keeping …Find out more
Take Steps to Balance and Save
January 2, 2009
Budget Tips
The little things can add up quickly. You’ve seen it happen when you forget to write down all of your debit charges and you balance your check book at the end of the month. The balance drops way too fast. The great thing is that little savings here and there …Find out more
The Great Grocery Savings Games
January 1, 2009
Budget Tips
There are people out there who find ways to save over 50% on their grocery bills. I was always amazed by this idea. I clip coupons. I look for extra savings (where it’s already on sale AND I have a coupon). I even write the manufacturers for coupons. But I …Find out more
Starting Traditions
December 24, 2008
Budget Tips
The holiday season makes many people think about finances. This year I heard more people talk about cutting back than ever before. I think it’s a good thing. The holidays have become too commercial and there are not enough traditions for children to grow up and pass along. Here are …Find out more