It doesn’t take long for your little ones to realize that the green paper in your wallet has a special ability to get them things. Before long, they start wondering what it is and how it works. If you want to help your kid out in a big way, teaching them the basics of how …
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If you are like most busy parents, refinancing your mortgage is the last thing that you think about on a daily basis. Instead, you may be caught up in the details of day-to-day life, such as if your son will pass his math test or how much your daughter’s braces will cost. Of course, your …
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Happy 2013! There’s nothing quite like the start of a new year to give you a renewed sense of hope, purpose and motivation to accomplish just about anything. Tap into the power of this season and get your family budget in shape for the new year. A little effort now could really pay off by …
It’s the most wonderful time…but also that time of year that might just make you want to grab your cash and credit cards, crawl into a hole and not come out until after New Year’s. Between parties, decorating, travelling or hosting out of town guests, requests for year-end charitable donations and, of course, gift giving, …
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Bringing a smile to your kids’ faces doesn’t have to cost a penny and will likely leave you with a big grin that lasts all day as well. Here are a few free ways to surprise, delight, and completely crack your kids up! 1) Do Something Silly! Mom and Dad could swap clothes before coming …
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Is there a room in your home in serious need of a makeover? Maybe a guest room is being transformed into a nursery, home office, or craft workshop. Maybe it’s time to transition a little kid’s room into one suitable for your big kid or teen. Or perhaps the use isn’t changing but the living …
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With Memorial Day behind us it’s unofficially summer…otherwise known as yard sale season! Yard sales can be a great source of bargain treasures and a lot of fun for those who enjoy the thrill of the hunt. Check out these yard sale tips for making the most of those early mornings spent digging through other …
Food generally makes up a large chunk of the household budget, so it is a good target when looking to save money. I have found that I am able to feed my family for a lot less when I create a weekly meal plan. When I know what I’m going to be making for dinner …
If picking a mortgage sounds like a great big headache to you, you’re not alone. However, shopping for financing for a home is often complicated and frustrating simply because it’s difficult to know where to start. Want to know how you can pick the right mortgage for you? Here’s how. Let the mortgage pick you. …
