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While the majority of us want to take each holiday as it comes, there’s no denying preparing for Christmas earlier might be a good idea any year. And this year as consumers continue to battle supply chain issues along with other ripple effects of the pandemic, it’s an even better idea. So here’s my take on 2021 Christmas Shopping. The Current Status of Shipping We’re already hearing rumblings of potential
Most of us long to be generous. But when a need arises, we can find ourselves stretched for both time and cash. And it can also be difficult to know what to give, who to give it to, and how much to give. A few simple strategies can increase your effectiveness as a generous person even if you’re short on money and time. Check out these ways to make sure
We’ve all done it before. We open the refrigerator to discover that we’ve allowed foods to expire. Food waste equals money waste. And this feels even more painful when those foods are healthy items like produce. Taking a few easy and minor precautions can help you save both your food and your pennies, too. Read how to keep fruits and veggies fresh for longer. Learn About Ethylene Especially when it
I love a good birthday celebration. Whether it’s your birthday, my birthday, or even a stranger’s birthday, it’s fun to celebrate and bring joy into the lives of people on their special day. But birthdays – and birthday gifts in particular – can be expensive. Especially during seasons of life where your inner circle celebrates milestone birthdays or when you have young children and birthday parties are on your calendar
It seems like almost every holiday has its respective sale in stores. If consumers have time off, they’re certain to shop right? But are these sales really any better price wise? And should you take advantage of them or guard your wallet? This holiday weekend, here are the tips for what you should and shouldn’t do when it comes to Labor Day Sales 2021. Don’t Buy Things You Don’t Need
I have a gift. I love to over complicate life. However, when it comes to your money, the simpler you keep it, the better. In fact, some of the best principles for paying off debt and growing wealth arise from easy practices. These simple money strategies keep your hard earned cash from disappearing each month. Move Money Out of Your Checking Account ASAP The longer you allow money you’ve not
It happens to all of us. Our card gets billed twice. Or we need to return a product because it arrives damaged. Maybe you’ve been double billed by a medical facility. Perhaps you were charged for two items instead of one and don’t realize until later that day or the next week. We typically have two choices – ignore the mistake and allow our budget to absorb it. Or we
I love the rhythm of the back to school season. It’s the perfect time to get back on track if you’ve let your personal habits slip. After all, the regular sleep schedule alone is beneficial for kids and parents alike. But it’s also a good time to revisit healthy habits like taking care of our bodies by eating well, reading or learning something even if we’re not in the classroom,
The days of summer are still hot and humid. However, as the kids head back to school, our gaze shifts to the fall and winter months. Before the days slip into months and the calendar turns to another season or another year, there are some end of summer financial tasks to check off your to-do list in August. Square the Bills at School Textbook fees, lunch accounts, yearbooks, PTO dues
It won’t be long before college students head back to campus. Many will actually get to move into their dorms this year and begin living on their own. However, we’ve learned from experience that setting up a dorm room can easily become a pricey endeavor. This year, as your scholar sets up their home away from home, use these Dorm Money Saving Hacks to save money! Share the Load &
