Early on in my marriage it seemed that I handled the lion’s share of the housework.I would often mention (in off-hand) comments, that it would be nice to have a little help once in awhile. It took me a few years before I learned that my approach to my husband was what prevented him from helping with the housework!
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There’s a Hole in the Bucket, Dear Liza
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Property Taxes- How to Save HUNDREDS!
Another year has come and gone and therefore property taxes are once again due. I …
Fees, Fees, Fees!
Do you ever get the feeling that you’re being nickle and dimed to death? The last couple of years I’ve noticed an alarming trend in how many companies process monthly payments, particularly for those that use their banks bill pay system . . .
5 easy steps kids can take to save Mom’s money
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Choosing the best Tax Filing Status
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Comparing a Refinance
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How to Contest Your Property Taxes & Win
The next time you go to your mailbox, you may be in for an unpleasant …
Munching a Budget Pachyderm . . .
You might have heard the old adage, How do you eat an elephant? Well, dear reader, the answer is “one bite at a time”. And so it goes with munching a budget pachyderm.
I’m willing to wager that you didn’t get into debt overnight, but rather in small chunks over a period of time, perhaps even years. You might not have even realized how big your “elephant” was getting, until it slapped you in the face.
9 Ways to Teach Your Child How To Budget Money
It’s a parent’s desire to give their children anything they ask for but it’s the …
Bank Account Skimming: The Small Trick That Will Save You Hundreds
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Ditch Your Debt for Good in 6 Simple Steps
Ditch Your Debt For Good In 6 Simple Steps Debt happens. Most people deal with …
Teens and Finance: 5 Money Management Skills they learn from you
Teens and finance is often an ignored subject. Parents and their careers are quite crucial …
9 Creative Ways to Save Money
When you need to trim the fat off your monthly budget, sometimes you have to …
Dangerous Information, Identity Theft
Dear Dollar Stretcher,
Someone told me you weren’t supposed to put your social security number on your checks. Also you shouldn’t have your number on your driver’s license since that number is used for a lot of private things. Can you give me some input on this subject? ~Marsha
Renting101: How to Get your Security Deposit Back
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Finances- a Family Affair
You’re on board to creating and following a budget, but now it’s time to take it one step further; It’s time to include the rest of the family in the financial picture. . . here’s why!