From the monthly archives:

September 2009

Things All Teenagers Should Know About Money

September 19, 2009

When you were young, did your parents ever tell you that money doesn’t grow on trees? Have you found yourself repeating that mantra to your own children? It’s hard for kids to understand what it takes to make money, because they rarely have to earn their own. And when they’re teenagers, the allure of the [...]

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Things You Can Teach Your Preschooler about Money

September 18, 2009

One of the first things that kids learn about money is that you can use it to buy things. We rarely have to teach them this, because they learn it from being with us when we go shopping. But they are usually unaware of most of the aspects of money we take for granted. Parents [...]

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Money Strategies for Single Parents

September 17, 2009

In today’s world, it’s difficult for many two-parent families to make it. For single parents, finances can be a nightmare. It’s hard enough trying to balance child care and find a way to earn enough money to keep food on the table and a roof over your family’s heads. But you also have to stretch [...]

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Solar Panel Kits and How They Can Affect Your Budget

September 16, 2009

There is something appealing about being off the power grid and running your electrical appliances with your own solar panel kit. But do these kits really save money? And what do you do when the sun isn’t shining? A lot depends on the kind of solar power kit you choose, how much of your household [...]

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Save Money on Vitamin Supplements

September 15, 2009

Health is one of the most important factors in our quality of life. Being wealthy and having lots of friends are great, but if you’re in poor health you can’t enjoy these things nearly as much as you could in good physical condition. That’s why it’s so vital for us to look after ourselves. Exercise [...]

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Creative Ways to Save Money on Furniture

September 14, 2009

For some of us, furniture is nothing more than objects to sit ourselves and our stuff on. For others, it’s an expression of their sense of style. But there is one thing that furniture usually isn’t: cheap. Most furniture stores sell couches, tables and other pieces at a premium. Costs are often in the thousands [...]

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Five Tips on How to Save or Make Money Parking

September 13, 2009

There are many costs associated with driving. The first one you incur is the cost of your vehicle. Then you have to buy gas to get it from point A to point B. You have to buy insurance, and if you want to keep it running properly, you must spend some money on maintenance. And [...]

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Save Money for the Next Vacation

September 12, 2009

Planning ahead is key to a successful, affordable vacation. Once you decide where you’d like to go and what it will cost (check online sources for bargains and travel tips), you can begin saving weeks, months, or even years ahead. With a realistic budget and a commitment to save, you can take that vacation you [...]

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Reverse Mortgage Explained

September 11, 2009

Reverse mortgages have existed for a few decades, but only recently have they received a significant amount of press. Touted as a way for senior citizens to utilize the equity in their homes, reverse mortgages have become increasingly common. But is a reverse mortgage right for you? As the name suggests, a reverse mortgage is [...]

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Declutter, Resell, Reuse, Recycle and Save

September 10, 2009

Most of us have too much stuff. It could be cluttering up our homes, or sitting in the attic or garage. But if you don’t need or want it, what’s the purpose of keeping it around? Sometimes we just don’t take the time to get rid of unwanted items. Other times we keep things for [...]

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