Wow! I'm a Cheapskate!

After reading your request and all the comments on how much to pay a babysitter, I feel like a real cheapskate. But I do really agree with the mom who... read more

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Start an "Urban Garden"

One way that could help cut down on grocery bills is to start an "urban garden." This growing trend is an easy one to join. Pick veggies that are hardy,... read more

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Keeping to Your Grocery Budget

I keep a spreadsheet on my computer with my grocery list. A day or two prior to shopping day, I update the list. I aways keep the staples permanently listed... read more

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Create a Legal Will or Trust -- Don't Wait

I know this topic is briefly discussed on this website, but I think it is very important. Please take the time to consider your current will and how the beneficiaries... read more

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What's Your Number?

We teach our kids our home phone numbers as soon as they can count, but we often don't think about another important "number" in our lives. When asked this question,... 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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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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Financial Independence

Lots of people don't like to talk about finances, but it is a very important thing in life. IRA and life insurance is a must ! Make sure your life... read more

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How Much To Pay a Babysitter

I love getting babysitters! With my family living around the world, I don't have that as a luxury. So I rely on girls around the neighborhood ages 12-17. I believe... read more

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High Wages for Tween Babysitters!

OK, so here goes... I have a very big beef about paying young girls so much to babysit. Most of the girls in my neighborhood that babysit are around the... read more

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