Money problems are no laughing matter and they’re something we all deal with most of our lives. Just like most of the major problems we encounter in life, it’s always important to take a step back and laugh about them, even if it’s just for a brief moment. This rule…
My relationship with money is currently on the rocks. I want it so bad. But once I have it, I take it for granted and it’s gone again. So I’m working on my issues and hopefully will get the relationship all straightened out. Because the truth is, I need it…
Some children inherit money or get it from an injury or other legal settlement. (In some cases, they have fatter wallets than their parents.) Many state guardianship laws let children take control of their money when they celebrate their 18th birthday, which can be a recipe for disaster. With large…
You have helped your child work through the alphabet and arithmetic in elementary school, made sure he kept on track with homework through middle school and guided him in high school to ensure he studied and received grades that would get him into the colleges of his choice. It was…
Remember when you were a kid, and a vacation meant spending hours on the beach making sandcastles and jumping in the waves? How about the days spent at theme parks riding on the roller coaster and the Ferris wheel? Some people were lucky enough to get an entire week inside…
Job-hunting can be expensive, but you can find a job without breaking the bank. Sometimes, it takes a while to figure out what you want to do. Other times, it takes a while to get a job…doing what you want to do. Whether you are looking for a new career…
Spend Money On People That Matter You’re probably aware that altruism, such as spending money on others, tends to cause happiness. For some reason, however, we forget this when we get that paycheck on our desk and must decide what we will do with our resources. Still, if we can cement…
Summer time means one thing, Vacation! Well, at least it used to for many Americans. With many families trying to save money wherever they can, the travel industry has taken a cut. Here are five ways that you can vacation and not break the bank. Rent an Apartment or House…
Go ahead and hide money from yourself. Set up an automated savings account that sets aside money when you get paid. Think about – if you set aside $50 a paycheck (even with no interest), you’ll have an extra $1200. And who knows what life may bring 10 years down…
Fact: Nearly one in ten people in the U.S. do not have a job.[1] The American dream isn’t looking so dreamy these days. We’re looking at a volatile economy – not just in America, but in Europe. Unemployment. Worldwide political tensions. Overwhelming national debt. Not exactly the best environment for…
