Readers chime in with anecdotes about how their (pretty small) penny pinching ways get them flak from family and friends.
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Readers chime in with anecdotes about how their (pretty small) penny pinching ways get them flak from family and friends.
A thoughtful description of the unintended consequences of going that extra mile for those we love. Sometimes we can do more harm than good.
The factors in deciding whether to become a stay-at-home parent.
A difficult question to answer. How do you help friends and family with their money problems if they don't know they have them, or are too prideful to care?

If your family is expecting the arrival of a "little one" in the near future, you may want to consider these financial moves BEFORE the baby is born to help ease the financial stress, and allow you to concentrate your focus on your little bundle of joy.
Since we celebrated Father's Day this past weekend, I thought it'd be fun to discuss how parents can help their children grow up to be financially responsible adults: (1) When should you begin teaching your children about money?, (2) Should you pay an allowance and how much?, (3) When should you consider opening a savings account for your children?, and (4) How can you encourage investing in your household?
Gas prices are on the rise, so are the interest rates. We sure need to change our spending habits to accommodate these changes. Checkout these four simple ways to start off

When you purchase a product, you are paying not only for what is inside and used, but also the packaging that it comes it. Since you've already paid for it, why it put it to some use that will benefit your wallet and your home? Here are a few suggestions for what you can do with your cardboard cartons besides putting it in the trash.
This article includes instructions on making unique and creative things such as a notebook with a Jell-O box cover.
As a parent, you are responsible to decide how you want your children raised and then enforce your rules. But what can you do when a grandparent deliberately tries to subvert you?
Is a day better spent with family or better spent building wealth?




