The idea of “getting some work done” is very commonplace among people especially as they begin to visibly see signs of aging when they look into the mirror. The fine lines and wrinkles, sagging skin, and sunken cheekbones are a reminder that time has an effect on us all. Some simply accept the signs of aging for what they are, while others want to stave off signs of aging … [Read more...]
Four Tricks to Save for the Car of Your Dreams
Cars can not only be pricy investments, they can be life-changing ones. In addition to serving the basic purpose of getting from place-to-place, they can be identified as signs of status and personality indicators that say something about you, before the first word even leaves your mouth. With your car meaning so much in both a social and commuting sense, they can help you get … [Read more...]
Smart Money Moves to Make Starting Now
It doesn’t take having plenty of money to be smart about where your money is going. No matter the income level, it is important to live within your means and save for the future. Whether you are starting out your career, or on the tail end on the verge of retirement, the sooner you begin to adjust your lifestyle the better, so you have plenty of time to save for retirement. … [Read more...]
Ways to Save the Most at the Grocery Store
If you are already avoiding eating out regularly and trying to keep your refrigerator and pantry full, you are already ahead of most Americans, who do not have a successful household budget. You probably have seen the TV shows with the coupon clippers, reducing their total bill down to pennies on the dollar, but there are plenty of other ways to save at the grocery store … [Read more...]
What Star Wars has Taught Me About Money
With Star Wars Episode VII, The Force Awakens, coming out in theaters December 18th and the associated hype ramping up, I wanted to take a moment and share some of the wisdom I've gleaned from the original Star Wars trilogy and how it relates to finances and lifestyle. Below are some quotes from the movies and some thoughts about long-term financial health. … [Read more...]