For those lucky enough who can make all their ends and luxuries meet with no problem or worry, I would like to extend my congratulations. The rest of us regular folks can attest to at least one occasion in our lives where we have been low on money or left with a throbbing, unfulfilled desire to splurge on a whim. Whatever the reason, a shortage in our finances can lead to some … [Read more...]
Reducing the Hidden Costs of Homeownership
Owning your own home has been a part of the American Dream for years. Signing your name on the dotted line (4,693 times to be exact) comes with a great deal of pride and a sense of accomplishment. You want to scream from the rooftop that you've finally made it and have become a homeowner. However, being able to pay your monthly mortgage is just the start of the expenses … [Read more...]
The Problem With Being Well-Rounded
Today, we live in a world that is so focused on shaping us into people who are mediocre at everything but masters of nothing. This jack-of-all-trades mentality is something we participate in from a young age, before we are even aware that that’s what is going on. As young children we take classes on every subject matter, including math, English, science, history, music, art, … [Read more...]