It can be easy to get so wrapped up in our holiday “traditions” and making everything perfect that we forget the true meaning of the holiday.
Simple Old Fashioned Hobbies And Tasks You Can Do To Save Money
There are plenty of tasks and hobbies that we can partake in to save some money. Here are some of our favorite ways to save.
8 Reasons Why You Should Buy Life Insurance Today (And 2 Why You Shouldn’t)
Life insurance is an uncomfortable topic, but it’s one we all need to talk about. Here are 8 reasons why you should buy term life insurance today, and 2 reasons why you shouldn’t.
The Cost Of The Decision To Have Children And How Many Children To Have
The majority of people know before they get married if they want children or not. For many of them the decision will take into account the financial impact of having kids.
6 Bad Personal Finance Habits To Avoid Teaching Your Kids
Teaching children about money isn’t easy, and won’t happen overnight. Here are some bad financial behaviors and habits to avoid teaching your kids.
How To Financially Prepare For A New Baby
Possibly one of the largest financial mistakes that future parents make is to underestimate the cost of a baby. Here’s what to expect.
Should You Combine Finances After Marriage?
Are you engaged? Married? Wondering if you should combine your finances during marriage? What are the pros and cons of a combined financial plan?
A Child’s Religious Celebration: A Chance to Show Off?
Religious rites of passage are important to families, and should be a time of celebration and joy. But are they just turning into another expensive party?
How To Setup A Custodial Account For A Minor To Help Them Save Or Invest
There are times where you may want to setup an account for a minor child, and a custodial account under the Uniform Gifts to Minors Act may be something to investigate.
When Should You Stop Paying For Your Child’s Expenses?
An estimated 13.4% of adult children ages 24 to 35 are living at home with their parents. When should parents stop paying for their grown children’s expenses?
Is Multi-Generational Living For You? What Are The Pros And Cons?
With the tight economy, more and more families are finding themselves living in multi-generational households. Here are some pros and cons.
Take Time As A Family To Evaluate What You Accomplished Last Year
Welcome 2012! January of a new year offers all of us a clean slate. Many blogs have been rife with suggestions for how to start the New Year on the right foot and make changes for the better with finances and diet, among other things. It is important to set new goals for yourself in […]
Consider Giving Your Spouse Gifts All Year Long
If you are frugal or digging out of debt, expensive gifts may not be an option. Instead consider these ways to show your spouse you care.
Love Your Children? Take Care Of Your Financial Health
Sometimes parents get so wrapped up in caring for their children that they forget to care for themselves, and for their financial health.
