Which Spouse Should Be the Stay-at-Home Parent?
January 31, 2014
In most cases where there is a decision to be made about which spouse should be the stay-at-home parent, the choice favors the wife/mother. Instinctively, this seems to be the best choice, particularly when it comes to parenting. But there may be some objective factors that should be closely examined before making a snap decision. […]
3 Ways to Pay Veterinary Bills Without Going Broke
January 30, 2014
Medical costs for people aren’t the only healthcare costs rising. Veterinary care for our pets is rising too. Not only can large veterinary bills strain a household budget, but they can also force us into making tough choices. Do we go ahead with a life-saving surgery for our beloved pet, or do we decide that […]
What to Do if You’re a Saver and Your Spouse Isn’t
January 29, 2014
Married couples can face financial stressors on various fronts. Maybe this isn’t even a stress – but a preference – but what do you do if you’re a saver and your spouse isn’t? It’s actually a serious dilemma though, even if many would not consider it to be an actual problem. Some people have a deep […]
How to Start Saving for Summer Vacation – Start Now!
January 28, 2014
It’s a time-honored tradition: When summertime comes around, it’s time to go on vacation. However, vacations can get expensive if you aren’t careful. When I was growing up, most of our summer trips revolved around the great outdoors. With five kids, my parents weren’t too keen on flying us around. Instead, we did a lot […]
Why You Might Need to Set Smaller Goals in 2014
January 27, 2014
This is the season of resolutions, as in New Year’s resolutions. But resolution is mostly just a fancy word for goals that we trot out at the beginning of each year as a way of raising our commitments to achieve them. If you’re like most people however, you have more than a little bit of […]
4 Mistakes That Can Drag Down Your Credit Score
January 24, 2014
Credit scoring has become big business. There are a number of scoring algorithms that can impact the way financial service providers see you. Your credit score influences decisions about whether or not you should get a loan, as well as whether or not you should have favorable terms when you are approved for a loan. […]
How to Borrow Money if You’re Bankrupt
January 23, 2014
One of the most difficult situations to overcome is bankruptcy. When you declare bankruptcy, it can be difficult to recover – and to convince creditors to lend to you again. While it might be difficult to find lenders after you file for bankruptcy, it is possible to borrow money even in this dire situation. Getting […]
Get Out of Debt Support Groups: How One Can Help You
January 22, 2014
When you are trying to do something big and life-changing, you often need support. It’s difficult to make the big changes in your life if you feel that you are on your own. One of the biggest changes you are likely to make is the decision to get out of debt. Without support, though, you […]
Are You Paying Enough Attention to Your Finances?
January 21, 2014
At times, it’s all too easy let financial matters slip through the cracks. However, you need to make sure that you are on top of your finances in order to make the most of your money – you know that! Here are some of the problems that you can encounter if you don’t take the […]
5 Bucket List Investment Options
January 20, 2014
When it comes to investing, it’s too easy to just sort of decide on an asset allocation and then stick with it for the next 30 years. While asset allocation is an important part of investing, it’s also important not to take the lazy approach to investing in your future. One way you can change […]
