According to the annual prom survey conducted by Visa, parents making less than $50,000 per year intend to spend nearly 10-percent more on prom than those in higher income brackets. Prom costs an average of $1,139, with families in the northeastern U.S. planning to spend the most on the one-night event. Though prom is an [...]
There never seems to be enough hours in my day, week or month. I am always seeking new ways to manage my time better so that I have more time for family and fun. Here are my top 6 ways to stop wasting time and begin saving time with a little organization. Tip #1 [...]
Saving on airfare is a big topic these days, especially as experts predict yet another increase in flights costs for 2013. While airfare and lodging represent the biggest chunk of travel costs, there are a host of other expenses that beg to be reduced, too. I travel frequently for business and have family on the [...]
The dishwasher stopped working, the car breaks went out and your child fell and broke an arm. Maybe all these things don’t happen at one time in your home, but each of these incidents makes an emergency fund a smart idea for every family. For a few starter ideas, follow some of my tips on [...]
As Bill Veeck famously said, “There are only two seasons — winter and baseball.” With Opening Day just a few weeks away, some are eagerly anticipating another great year while others are hoping to erase last season’s embarrassment. The ballpark isn’t just for the diehards with their scorecards and binoculars, however. It’s also a great [...]
From: Helen Davies Let’s be honest, our utility bills aren’t coming down anytime soon, and with every passing day we’re reminded of the need to use water more efficiently – both to save money, and to save the planet’s precious resources. Much of our home water usage takes place in the bathroom, so it’s important [...]
When you have a million things to do on a given day, it can be easy for dinner to become an afterthought. And on those days when 5:30 rolls around and you haven’t had a chance to consider the “what’s for dinner” question, most of us end up doing one of two things: either making [...]
Do you ever wonder what’s better using coupons at your local grocery or shopping at Costco? I know I have as I push my cart down each isle in Costco looking at prices wondering if buying the over sized boxes are actually saving me money. The answer to our question is – It depends on [...]
As you likely know, across-the-board spending cuts are scheduled to take effect this Friday, Mar. 1, unless last-minute action is taken by Congress. These cuts will impact most federal agencies including the Federal Aviation Administration, whose annual budget will be reduced by over 5 percent Unfortunately, these cuts will trickle down to consumers in the [...]
Award season represents a busy time for celebrities and others in the entertainment industry. Despite the glamour of the Grammy’s and the glitter of the Golden Globes, no event is more anticipated by artists and fans than the Academy Awards. Whether you’ve seen all the nominated flicks or are more interested in independent films, a [...]
