Tuesday, 21 August 2012 11:54
by
Jacki
You know that to be successful at anything, you need to approach it with a plan and with goals and deadlines to achieve them. This is true for your home and work life, and it’s equally true with your financial life. Whenever you attempt to just “wing it” at something, it never turns out as well as it would have had you spent time with it and been prepared. Start managing your money and stop just “winging it.” [More]
Thursday, 9 August 2012 10:17
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Jacki
It may seem like there is no way to cut costs on groceries every week, but here are a few things you can do to help cut down on how much you spend at the store. [More]
Thursday, 2 August 2012 14:26
by
Jacki
While going back to school is an exciting time for children (and parents), it can be costly. With clothes, school supplies, and technology needs, things can really add up. Here are just a few back to school deals going on now to save you some money. Please add any other deals you have heard of in the comments. [More]
Thursday, 19 July 2012 10:32
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Jacki
There are so many things that an incoming college student needs, and with the cost of college tuition, there isn’t a lot leftover for much else. Whether you are the one having to buy these items, or your parents, setting up a budget is important. [More]
Thursday, 12 July 2012 14:59
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Jacki
Between birthdays, babies, weddings, and anniversaries (and not to mention all of the holidays), giving gifts can get pretty expensive. Of course you want to celebrate the occasion and recognize someone you care about, but you don’t have to spend a fortune to do so. Here are a few tips to help you save money on gifts. [More]
Wednesday, 27 June 2012 22:20
by
Jacki
This is a great question to ask yourself no matter where you are financially. If you are spending more than you bring in, you need to question where your money is going and what it is accomplishing in your life. So, what can you live without? Here are few items to help you get started improving your life financially as well as mentally. [More]
Thursday, 17 May 2012 11:09
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Jacki
On average, it costs $250,000 per child from birth to 18, and just in the first year, it costs $10,000. That’s not even including childcare costs such as diapers, wipes, and medical costs. So, what can you do to plan for a baby? [More]
Wednesday, 2 May 2012 21:44
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Jacki
With summer comes lots of activities, especially when you have kids out of school to entertain. Here are a few tips to help you stay on budget whether you are going on vacation, throwing a backyard barbeque, or charged with entertaining kids. [More]
Thursday, 12 April 2012 10:38
by
Jacki
If you’ve looked into having your house cleaned recently, you may be surprised at the cost. Or think about how much it costs to run your car through the car wash. Determining if tasks are worth the money is a very personal decision. Here are a few things to keep in mind when deciding whether or not to outsource. [More]
Thursday, 5 April 2012 10:59
by
Jacki
There are several theories on what is the best way to pay down debt, but it really depends on your personality and what motivates you. Here are 5 different ways to help you get started. [More]
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