When was the last time you wrote a check? In this digital age of banking, writing checks and balancing a checkbook may seem like a thing of the past. You might be surprised, but people do still use checks for things like paying bills and giving to charity. And knowing how to balance a checkbook … Read more

I was so fed up with my insurance company! Premium hikes every single year even though we never filed a single claim, an indifferent agent, and a premium that was outrageously expensive to begin with. For a few years, I was so busy raising small kids that I neglected our finances. But as soon as … Read more

By the time we’re adults, we’re inundated with information about the importance of goal setting. If you’re a goal-setter, you’ve undoubtedly seen how goals can transform your life. So why not impart some of that wisdom on the teens in your life by helping them set goals for teenagers? Goals for teenagers are just like … Read more

I am a huge fan of Shark Tank and Kickstarter success stories, as it’s amazing how one idea/passion/lifelong dream motivates people to do incredible things. I too have a lifelong dream. Ever since I was a child, I have wanted to write a children’s book. The perfect story came to me while I was pregnant … Read more

Sometimes it can feel like there is negativity everywhere you look. From stress at work to nerve-wracking headlines in the news to rude comments from strangers online. It can all get really overwhelming when you want to protect your peace. While you can’t rid your life of negativity entirely (after all, that’s life!), you can … Read more

Do you want to start investing, but find you’re a little confused about how exactly an investment like stocks or bonds makes money? If so, you’re not alone. Portfolio income is the money you make from an investment account, and there are several ways to earn it. In this article, you’ll find out more about … Read more

Maternity leave can be a magical time for a new mom (and moms of multiple kids). It can also be fraught with financial and emotional strain. Many moms are learning how to make money on maternity leave to cover their bills. Although spending your maternity leave focusing 100 percent of your energy on your newborn … Read more

Are you interested in finding free gas cards and saving money on fuel? Your monthly gas spending is probably one of your biggest expenses each month. And if the increasing price of gas is getting you down, there are ways to save money on gas and find free gas cards! Gas prices are higher than … Read more

Buying a car can be an exciting adventure. There’s a certain level of satisfaction and enjoyment in pulling out of the dealership in a new ride. There’s quite a process that needs to happen before that can happen, though. The price needs to be negotiated, extended warranties to be discussed, taxes and fees to be … Read more

Just because you don’t make as much as someone else doesn’t mean there aren’t ways to enjoy the same things they do. Things like education, home furnishings, and working out can still be enjoyed by you regardless of your income. It just takes a little creativity. Keep in mind that it’s not about the thing … Read more