There’s no doubt about it: kids are expensive. The money you save when your children grow out of baby formula and diapers is nothing compared to what you’ll spend once they become teenagers and want the trendiest name brands. Take a look at these four tips for saving money on clothes for teens […]
Making Ends Meet: Budget Tips for Thrifty Families
The volatility in the global and local economies has forced many families to adjust their spending habits to align with more restricted budgets. For most families, living on a tight budget can be immensely challenging; however, developing some systematic practices to reduce spending, while increasing supplemental income, can go a long way in easing […]
Family #Finances: What to Do When You or a Loved One Can’t go back to Work
The struggle to fit all of your family’s expenses into one budget becomes even more troublesome when you or a loved one can’t work because of a disability. However, you have options to allocate money for your bills and everyday costs—even in difficult situations. Look through the following tips to see what best works […]
When is the Right Time to Refinance Your Home?
Home mortgage refinancing is a way for borrowers to secure better interest rates, terms and conditions on their home loan. The reasons for refinancing an existing mortgage are many. What follows is an examination of the economic factors that motivate homeowners to make the decision to refinance a mortgage, and why it might make […]
6 Ideas to Filling your Next Business Meeting with Excitement
According to a recent article at TheMuse.com, upper management spends up to fifty percent of their time in meetings. It is estimated that over 37 billion dollars is spent on unproductive meetings and that there are 25 million meetings per day in the U.S. However, meetings should be an energizing get-together that brings employees […]
Family Finance: Six Important Lessons About Money You Should Teach Your Kids
Children do not always get practical lessons about money and finance at school. This is why you need to take that part of your child’s education into your own hands. You should start early and introduce new concepts gradually. The following are six important lessons about money you should teach your kids. Money Is […]