We all know small amounts count when it comes to saving money. Emptying pockets of change for a month into a jar instead of using it at the register can add up to a substantial amount considering we’re talking pocket change. Small amounts can matter a lot too when we are talking about living life Read More
Change Makes You Richer
You know it, I know it, everyone knows that change is inevitable. We are born tiny, we grow, we learn, we are forced to do new things in new places with new people even if and when we’d rather not. Pretty much every one of us has fought change at some point in our lives, Read More
How To Afford Travel: The Most Important Thing You Need To Do
Think you can’t afford travel? If you haven’t done this ONE thing, you probably can’t. Do it, and you can start planning your trip. People often ask me how my kids and I afford to go on vacation every year. While there are hundreds of things I do in order to make that happen, it Read More
10 Things Your Kids Need To See You Do With Money
Teaching your kids about money is an important part of parenting. For better or worse, they will learn how to manage their money by watching how you manage yours. It’s great to talk to them about money but that can be too abstract. The things they remember will be what they see. They will be more Read More
11 Secrets of the Money Smart
Have you ever noticed some people just naturally do well with money? While you struggle month to month and never seem to save a dime, they float along and grow their savings. You know they don’t make that much money. They may even make less than you. Yet, they are doing great and you continue Read More
Frugal Means Smart
What would you do if you had money at the end of the month? You don’t have it because you make a lot. You have it because you manage it well. Close your eyes a moment and imagine your life if this were true. Being frugal will help. You have to be smart to be Read More
How To Stay Calm When You Lose Your Job
You’ve just been told you will lose your job. It’s the last thing anyone wants to hear. Emotionally, it can be a roller coaster. One minute you’re freaking out, wondering how you’re going to manage to keep you and your family in your home. The next minute you’re calm, telling yourself, “Things will work out, Read More