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The words “fun” and “budget” appear to have absolutely nothing in common. One is defined as “something that provides mirth or amusement” whereas the other…well, even the definition is too boring to repeat! When you initially create a family budget, it can be very easy to get lost in all the various essential expenses, such…
Life is busier now than ever before, especially for single parents. As a single parent, you might struggle while earning your degree. Single parents need to spend time with your child, and it takes up a large amount of time earning income as the sole support for yourself and your child. Because of the constant…
There is only one “Sage of Omaha”, but when Warren Buffett offers some of his priceless financial pearls of wisdom it makes sense to sit up and take notice, meaning you can at least replicate his money methods even if you don’t have anything like the same amount of money to work with. Learning how…
Does it seem like every month your bills magically increase, even with your best efforts at budgeting? If you’re finding your bills are becoming too much to handle and you need to do something about wasteful spending, consider these easy strategies. From energy use reduction to nixing the television, these tips are sure to help…
For people traveling and on vacation it’s a time that you can get loose with your money and sometimes overspend on your budget. However there are ways for you to budget when you’re away from home. You’ll want to have the possibility to go on even more vacations in the future. Cutting the Costs…
Life is expensive. Food, fuel, household bills, clothes, and social expenses all cost a lot of money. If you are single and you have a great job with a fantastic salary, consider yourself lucky. For the rest of us with kids to raise and a mortgage to pay, life is not always so rosy. Debt…
The holiday season can be one of the most expensive periods of the whole year, and easily put your budget out of whack for months. While it is lovely to purchase just the right gifts for family members and friends, all of that Christmas cheer can add up to a big blow to your wallet…
Looking for ways to set up the perfect home work space or dorm room on a shoestring budget? Here are some ideas to get you started. Make Custom Tables On The Cheap Making your own furniture isn’t that hard anymore – not with flat-pack furniture. All you need are these folding table legs and…
Between the bottomless laundry pile, the mile-long list of errands, and the demands of family members and friends, your beauty regimen gradually transitions from meticulous and thoughtful to hurried and haphazard. Since you can’t add more hours to your day, use these quick and simple beauty tips to reclaim your natural style. 1. Hit the…
You want to sell your house short, and you’re confused about whether you need a real estate agent or a lawyer. Both could be helpful in certain specific situations, but often you really only need one or the other. Here’s how to decide who to go with. When To Hire A Lawyer A short…
Take a close look at your cable and internet bill. You’re likely to see a confusing onslaught of taxes, charges, and add-on fees. With the opaque pricing and fine print, it’s difficult not to feel home entertainment services are taking a toll on your monthly expenses. However painful the experience, it’s a helpful reminder: you…
Pic credits – fitnessfundae.com If you have managed to land a job in this economy, firstly, congratulations, secondly, try not to count your chickens too soon. Managing ones finances for a rainy day is a must for any professional, something even more important for a newbie in the industry. Students, when they leave college to…
In 2008, the recession hit everyone pretty hard. People had to make desperate decisions just to get by. But giving up a life in New York City filled with Valentino pumps, subscriptions to Vogue magazine, and access to Diet Coke just to move to Iraq? For a Fashionista, that’s just crazy talk, right?! I Have…
DRESSING SHOPAHOLIC Award-Winning Costume Designer Patricia Field Sizes Up the Film Filmmakers knew that a film like “Confessions of a Shopaholic” required brilliant costuming. Enter Patricia Field. Photo Credit: Craig Blankenhorn/The Kobal Coll “Patricia Field is one of the great costume designers,” says producer Jerry Bruckheimer. “She’s always been ahead of the curve, finding new…