Budget 101 - What is a budget?

Categories: Financial Planning

Ever tried buying something and regret at the end of the day? It happens to most of the mothers and breadwinners of the all the time. These people are the budget-makers in the house and since they are into budget, they can’t find ways to spend something for themselves because they will have to think [...]

Ever tried buying something and regret at the end of the day? It happens to most of the mothers and breadwinners of the all the time. These people are the budget-makers in the house and since they are into budget, they can’t find ways to spend something for themselves because they will have to think of more important things rather than buying themselves a pretty coat for winter, a new dress for a cocktail party, or even spending a day at the ... Read More

Get More Bang From Your Buck

Categories: Financial Planning

Due to the fact that we are faced with a barrage of money making decisions that must be made on a day-to-day basis, we find ourselves in the position of being the chief executive financial officer for our families. With that said, you should begin looking at your household finances as a business [...]

Due to the fact that we are faced with a barrage of money making decisions that must be made on a day-to-day basis, we find ourselves in the position of being the chief executive financial officer for our families. With that said, you should begin looking at your household finances as a business to be run, not just some task that causes indigestion. As with in any successful business, you will find that in order to turn a profit, ... Read More

Translation of a Gift

Categories: Personal

If you own a credit card or if you are credit card eligible, you have no doubt received one of those letters offering the gift of money to help get thru the holiday.
You open the letter to find checks and a letter inviting you to take advantage of this gift the credit [...]

If you own a credit card or if you are credit card eligible, you have no doubt received one of those letters offering the gift of money to help get thru the holiday. You open the letter to find checks and a letter inviting you to take advantage of this gift the credit card company has arranged just for you. After all, you are one of their most valued customers. Upon reading the letter, you can feel the potential ... Read More