Tax season is among us. If you get a tax refund, it can be easy to think of all the cool things you’ll be able to pay for like fancy dinners, a new T.V., Rachael Ray pots, who knows. Receiving a lump sum or money…
If you’ve already set financial goals for the year and saving was one of them, you’ll know that it can be difficult to reach that first $1,000 savings account balance. Life is unexpected and the last thing you want to do is be unprepared in…
You may have heard that it’s the thought that really counts. This couldn’t be any more true when considering Christmas gifts to give your family and friends. Homemade gifts can be just as special and allow you to get creative and use what you know…
Up until just a few years ago, I’d get so stuck when people asked me what I liked to do for fun. I always felt like it was a trick question. As an adult, it seemed so hard to find time for hobbies and fun…
The cost of housing can take up a significant amount of anyone’s budget. The general rule of thumb is to keep housing costs around 30%. But what about the cost of filling your home with the items you need? Aside from the cost of your…
Expenses and bills are a normal part of life but they can certainly surprise us each month when they are higher than normal or just constantly on the rise. Most people think that the only thing they can do is pay and hope for the best…
