We sometimes make excuses for our shortcomings and human frailties and this failing can be more prominent in money management than in other areas of our…
It is unbelievable what some thieves are up to. We just have to chuckle at the number of strange and weird heists that happen around the globe. In France, 61…
It is nice to have some fresh produce in the house. Trading canned or dried foods in for the fresh versions can really make a big difference in the taste of…
Are you frustrated with the low yields that your local bank is giving you on your account balances? Many Americans are. They are tired of earning 0.1 percent…
For those caught in betrayal, the new trend is for them to appear on television and, as sincerely as possible, express sorrow for their marital unfaithfulness.…
How many times have you said to yourself: I just don't know where all my money goes or I can't seem to make ends meet when it comes to my finances? Believe me,…
After a century of marital bliss, the world's longest romance appears to be over for a pair of Galapagos giant tortoises. According to the keepers of the…
A house is by far the largest purchase most individuals will ever make in their life, so it should warrant an equivalent amount of thought and planning.
Life has a way of occasionally throwing you and your family a curve and you suddenly discoveryou and your loved ones are strapped for cash. During this shaky…
It's a fact. Well over half of American adults don't have an estate plan or even a simple will. If you already have a will, congratulations! You have created a plan to help provide peace of mind for…
While waiting in line at my bank, I accidently dropped a credit card on the table we were slowly circling. The card rested there for a few minutes before I realized it was missing and retrieved it.…
A house is by far the largest purchase most individuals will ever make in their life, so it should warrant an equivalent amount of thought and planning.
We're currently reading "The First Apartment Book: Cool Design For Small Spaces" by Kyle Schuneman and Heather Summerville. The authors provided some useful tips for apartment hunting that we had…
Looking for ways to reduce your home energy bills? Did you know that most utility companies offer their customers a free home energy audit? A home energy audit will pinpoint those areas that are…
What a lady Dr. Eugenie Clark was! She was a fearless ichthyologist and oceanographer who kept diving even into her nineties. She passed away February, 2015 at 92. During her stint as an underwater…
Are you a procrastinator? You are not alone. In one study, 90 percent of individuals procrastinated on at least one occasion and a quarter of them chronically put things off for another day. You…
Before you head out the door to buy that car you’ve had your eye on, take a few steps back and ask yourself a few questions:o How are you going to pay for that new car?o Will you be approved for your…
While prayer should be an integral part of every aspect of your life, I doubt that many people associate prayer with their personal finances. Sure there are many people in the world today praying…
The Greeks believed there were seven wonders of the ancient world. Unfortunately, only one of those original wonders still exists, the Great Pyramid of Giza. At the beginning of this century an…
Are you frustrated with the low yields that your local bank is giving you on your account balances? Many Americans are. They are tired of earning 0.1 percent interest rates and constantly dealing…
If you are like the majority of shoppers, you are feeling the shock of higher grocery prices. You stop at your local supermarket for a couple of basic items and twenty minutes later you leave the…