Earn, Save & Live Smart
Are you planning to buy a new computer this year? How about a new phone or television? Is a new refrigerator on your list? Has your husband been saving up for a shiny new lawnmower or gas grill? If you’re planning any major purchases this year, consider this a “must-read.” Gone are the days of … Read more
Over the years it seems like our culture has gotten nervous. We’re worriers, where everything we buy and everything we do carries with it some level of uncertainty and risk. As a result we do our best to shore up our lives with insurances, policies and guarantees, that give us a comfortable cushion to fall … Read more
So you want to take the spouse and kids on a fun-filled family vacation? Sure, it may take a lot of planning – but you don’t have to take out a second mortgage on your house to afford it. There are plenty of ways that you can cut corners on costs without reducing the quality … Read more
As a society we’re putting less and less thought into our weekly and monthly expenses. Most of the time that topic is one that is taken for granted, as people assume that there is little or nothing they can do about what is demanded of them in terms of money going out on a regular … Read more
I call this The Cheese Dip that will make you famous because it’s guaranteed to be the hit of the party! Serve it at your Super Bowl Party, serve it at a cocktail party, serve it anywhere and you’ll get rave reviews! It’s super easy, and you’ll have everyone asking for the recipe. Try it … Read more
Picking the best place for a family vacation can turn into a tough decision with choices galore. From theme parks to beach getaways, packing up the family and heading somewhere can be a feat all its own. Picking family friendly places with plenty of options for keeping the kids happy is the ultimate goal. New … Read more
We call these Better Than Baked Potatoes because they are, and they look prettier on the plate!
According to The New York Times, nearly $5 billion in gift cards goes unused each year! That’s right, $5 BILLION! That’s a lot of wasted money! So, if gift cards are supposed to be the perfect gift, why aren’t we using them? In a Time Magazine survey, 27% of people had an unused gift card … Read more
I spent many years organizing funeral receptions at our church, and I’ve seen some beautiful tributes to loved ones. It’s no surprise that these reflections always center on family, character and experiences…not material possessions. So, the next time you’re feeling down about not having a nice car or a gorgeous mansion, remember it’s the little … Read more
Another month, another budget buster. Last month your dog swallowed a lego, and the vet bill set you back $800. This month the emergency call to the plumber blew your budget by a whopping $450. Remember when your car broke down earlier this year, and the repair bill was nearly $1000? Oh, and don’t forget … Read more