Save Money & Slay Debt
For as long as I can remember, I have held a deep-seated love for books. On my desk sit five books right now. One I finished yesterday, three in a series of five that I’m getting ready to tackle, and a journal where I collect quotes and thoughts from you guessed it, books I’ve read. Reading is a passion we’ve managed to pass along to our kids, too. Our oldest
My alarm blares its annoying tone at 5:50 AM six out of seven days every week. My feet immediately hit the floor (OK, maybe I hit snooze once or twice first, but I digress) and I’m off and running into a new day. Long ago, I began incorporating a handful of strategies into my morning routines to save money all day long. I discovered that if done regularly, five simple
Most families fight a similar battle. Whether your kids ride the bus or you pick them, whether they play in the band or on the field, the first couple of months back to school can feel like a brutal slugfest when it comes to finding healthy, affordable dishes to feed everyone in the evening. Plus, thanks to the Parent Teacher Conferences, the meets, competitions, and games almost every night of
It seems like a big “sale” accompanies every single holiday we celebrate. Obviously, many of these discounts are marketing attempts to draw you into the stores. How can savvy consumers really get a great deal on Labor Day (and every other holiday sale season)? Shop smart using these tactics to guarantee you make the most of Labor Day Sales. Don’t Go I’m only half joking here. Do realize that you’ll
A recent study from the National Association of Broadcasters revealed that nearly 30% of Americans had no idea that you could transmit television into your home for free. It’s a shocking statistic for those of us who grew up with rabbit ears (and sometimes aluminum foil) on top of our television sets or tall towers above our houses. Satellite and cable services permeate so many households, causing some Americans to
I indulged a guilty pleasure in July. You see, I teach an indoor cycle class at a local gym. And each year at the end of July, we ride to Christmas music. I plug in Christmas lights and we enjoy working out along to upbeat carols and holiday favorites. Those in the class enjoy the festive break from our typical playlist. I get to hear music I love that’s only
While their younger counterparts began a new academic year weeks ago, college students are just beginning their trek back to the classroom. Dorm move in day brings with it plenty of unexpected expenses. Tuition prices alone present a challenge to most families sending a student on to higher education. Add in books, fees, technology needs, and household goods and the financial demand spirals quickly out of control. If you know
Back to school can mean back to routines. However, between the pick up line and practices, homework and “Moooommmmm I need to my gym uniform washed!” you just might find that getting dinner on the table every single night of the week is a stretch. The busier we become, the easier it is to rationalize a meal purchased through the drive through or a pizza delivered to the front door.
