In 2010, I had a pretty great PR job working for a local foundation. I was making double what I thought I should be making as an early 20something, had great benefits and a flexible schedule that allowed me beat traffic to my kids’ daycare on a daily basis.
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It’s Raining, It’s Pouring: 5 Steps to Building (or Rebuilding) Your Emergency Fund
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Plug Those Holes In Your Budget – The Secret To Keeping More Money In Your Pocket
As a self-employed mom, I’ve had to learn how to adjust to my checks coming in spurts. I’ll get a check on Monday, a check three days later, one the following week, and a random one at the end of the month…. More
Cool Finance Tips: The Birds, the Bees…and Credit
Turning 18 opens up a world of opportunity for your children. How well informed they are about new opportunities can make all the difference in their ability to make smart decisions. For many teens, opening their first credit card account is exciting. The freedom of not relying on Mom and Dad for money is alluring. However, children generally lack the foresight required to understand the long-term impact of having poor credit. … More
Time Flew: Yikes! Saving For Our Child’s College Tuition!
In 6 years my son will attend college (or a post-secondary education). Six months ago my husband and I realized that we didn't have one penny saved for his tuition costs. Because of this, I ... More
