Stats about Women and Finance

Here are a few stats about women. Great food for thought!

• Women are the primary breadwinners in 1 of 3 married couples.

• Women businesses are growing at a... read more

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Don't Forget to Budget

Make a budget and try to stick to it as much as you can!

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About Those Who Save

I received an email this morning from HSBC, an online savings bank with great rates. I thought this was really good information about learning to save money and teaching our... read more

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So You Want a Big House

For whatever reason, I've been sharing this story with several people as of late. I thought I'd also share it with you. It's great advice!

A friend of mine shared... read more

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Where is Your Money Going?

Do you know exactly where you spend every penny? Get a small spiral notebook and create pages with various spending categories such as food, clothing, transportation, entertainment, etc. Every time... read more

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At Home Jobs

What about providing daycare for 1 or 2 children in your home? Many families are uncomfortable with large daycare or preschool settings and opting instead for an in-home environment. Please... read more

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"Frugal and Loving It"

I recently read an article in a special edition of Women's Day magazine titled: "Frugal and Loving It."

"Serious times call for serious measures," stated the author who decided to... read more

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Learning to Count Money

I saw this worksheet and I thought it was really good info for parents who want to help their child learn to count money. Most kids learn to count money... read more

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Mortgage Rates Drop

I just checked with one of my mortgage brokers and rates have dramatically dropped for refinancing. A 30-year fixed is now 4.875%. This is the lowest I've seen in my... read more

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Do You Ever Wonder If You are Overspending on Groceries?

I have been doing some research to determine if I am overspending on my groceries. I like to buy fresh, organic and hormone-free when possible.

The USDA says that a... read more

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