If you want to really change your relationship with money you’ll want to read these articles on Budgeting and Money Management. Our budget is the single most powerful tool that we’ve used to help us live debt-free and build a strong financial future.
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Have you ever wondered how to cash a personal check when you don’t have a bank account? Or where you can cash a check right now and what the charges would be? You might need to cash a check from a friend because you’re traveling out of state, or you could have an online bank or you may simply not have a bank account at all. If someone writes you a check and you don’t have access to your …
If you’re looking for a Budget Makeover – start by changing how you shop for groceries. Because most of us go to the grocery store several times each week, making a few changes in how you shop is one of the fastest ways to rehab your finances. How can I lower my grocery bill so I can get ahead on my budget? Question from an Email Newsletter Subscriber: I want to start rehabilitating my finances which will include a …
Facing a financial crisis, job loss, or pay cut? Whether it’s due to the COVID-19 pandemic, inflation, or other challenges, you’re not alone. Ever wondered if you could stay afloat if you missed a paycheck? We’ve been there—job losses, pay cuts, career changes—and we’ve managed to stay debt-free. In this article, we share our journey and tips on how you can do the same. Dive in to discover our strategies for surviving tough financial times. Take our 2024 Economic …
Do you want to get out of Debt? Have you been trying to pay off what you owe, but keep getting hit with unexpected emergencies. Keep reading – we have 9 things you can do to kill your debt. And several things you can start applying today. How is Debt Like Being in a Car Crash? Have you ever come across an auto accident where a battered, bloody victim was walking around in a daze? Asked if he’s all …
Do you need to have your family pets on a budget? We are talking about the family pet. Pets are viewed as best friends, companions, family necessities, nuisances, and trainers for children. Do economizers have them, and if so, do they think of them differently than other people do? Our Pet History We both grew up having a variety of pets. Annette sees pets as an indispensable part of family life. Steve originally found pets a nuisance but is …
Do you know anyone who has received a cash windfall from MissingMoney.com? We have …because it was us! Have you ever wondered if there’s money out there with your name on it? It turns out that more than $49 billion in unclaimed funds are being held by state governments and treasuries across the United States. Even more surprising, approximately 1 in 7 people have money waiting to be claimed! After Steve’s father passed away in 2019, the family went …
What is a financial windfall? Is managing a windfall something you are prepared to do? Winning the lottery, a TV game show, a large inheritance or sweepstakes are all windfalls. What about smaller windfalls – like a tax refund? Have you ever been faced with managing sudden money? How could this money help you? How would you manage it? Have you ever thought of creating a plan for a financial windfall? TABLE OF CONTENTS1 Will a Windfall be Coming …
There are LOTS of blogs written about fun things to do when you’re bored. So, we wanted to put a new twist on that, and offer you a list of productive things to accomplish in this season of staying home more than normal. We’ve broken this list of productive activities into 9 categories: TABLE OF CONTENTS1 1) Money Activities (5 ideas)2 2) Outdoor Activities (6 ideas)3 3) Organizing Activities (13 ideas)4 4) Things to do with Your Computer (5 …
If you’ve ever wondered how to live on one income or whether your family can afford to do it or not, the following 5 email questions should help you get your answer. TABLE OF CONTENTS1 1. One Income for a SAHM Wannabe2 2. Convincing Your Wife to Live on One Income3 3. Living on One Income When Illness Hits the Family4 4. Living on One Income after Bankruptcy5 5. Living on One Income, Drowning in Debt & No Fun6 …
Finding free tax help and filing your taxes doesn’t have to be expensive. If you’re a lower-income family, just starting out after college, a senior, military or former military family, there are lots of options for getting your taxes filed for free or for almost nothing. We’re hoping that you’ll check out these four options and be able to save a boodle! We’ve personally used two of the three services, and Steve’s dad was a volunteer with the last …