About a year and a half ago, Grandfather got himself a puppy! A companion for him as he enters his dotage.
The little guy is a Maltese.
Clyde is a great little guy. Maltese are very small; four to seven pounds is the normal weight in ...
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9 Ways to Avoid Fighting About Money in Your Relationship
Ask almost any couple what they fight about and "money" is bound to be chief among the issues.
We all have our own ideas on how our financial future should play out, and when someone else's ideas get in the mix, it's easy for the relationship to ...
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The 50 Biggest Money Mistakes Household CEOs Make
I'm not ashamed to admit I make mistakes. After all, everybody screws up occasionally; for us humans, mistakes come with the territory.
For example, I remember the time I decided it would be great fun to play Wii golf for eight consecutive hours. ...
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4 Tips for Making Your Daily Budget Planning Easier
It's easy to get caught up in a busy schedule and forget to manage your finances. Even if you have a budget plan for the month, sticking to it is tricky. But not to worry, as there are a few simple tips and tricks available that can help make the ...
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19 Things Your Millionaire Neighbor Won’t Tell You
Although having a million bucks isn't as impressive as it once was, most people still consider it as a sign of financial success. And judging by the number of actual millionaires enjoying life in the world today, there are apparently quite a lot of ...
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Grandfather Says: Twas a Time When Coal Was Used to Heat Houses
In 1930's Detroit, coal was the predominant fuel used for heating in the winter. The coal was delivered at grandfather's house by a chute from a coal delivery truck. The coal went through a basement window into a small room called the "coal bin." The ...
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4 Ways to Save Money On Long-Term Care Insurance
If you're like most other people, you're probably looking for a way to save money. If you're looking more closely at your budget, you're probably wondering about where costs can be cut, and where savings can be made.
Cutting anything that isn't an ...
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Merry Christmas, Everyone!
Well, folks, I need to get my Christmas dinner in the oven today. I'm looking forward to enjoying a peaceful day with my family -- and maybe a football game or two!
In the meantime, I just want to thank everyone who has taken the time to stop by ...
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7 Car Maintenance Tips Every Parent Should Share With Their Teenagers
There comes a time in most parents' lives when they're pinning themselves against the passenger seat, hand firmly clutched around the grip handle, foot planted against the floorboard, as their beloved teenage driver takes to the road. In between ...
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Great Tips and Strategies for Successful Mortgage Refinancing
Whenever interest rates are rising, it's essential to be aware that the sooner you make the decision to refinance your mortgage, the better price you can expect to get. But this doesn't mean mortgage refinancing should be taken lightly, as it's a ...
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9 Tips For Managing Your Money During the Holidays
It's easy to go overboard during the holidays; parties, travel, decorations, and gifts can all put a sizable dent in your budget if you're not careful. The good news is you can stay ahead of your holiday expenses with these handy money management ...
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5 Tips for Saving on Your Pet Expenses
Pets are anything but a cheap investment today. In fact, the true cost of owning a dog or cat probably greatly exceeds what you previously thought.
Of course, not all pets are created equally when it comes to expenses. Research shows that dog ...
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3 True Loan Stories: How to Lend Money to Family & Friends
Giving out a loan is always a dicey proposition. After all, once you lend the money, there's no guarantee it will be repaid.
The stakes are even higher when we lend money to our friends and family -- or even cosign a loan -- because we not only ...
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Grandfather Says: The Ghost of Major Alvah L. Miller
Grandfather remembers in awe his uncle, Alvah L. Miller.
Major Miller died January 31, 1944, while in command of Darby's Rangers second battalion. The first, second and forth Ranger battalions successfully landed on the beach at Anzio, Italy, but ...
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Should You Buy a Diamond Engagement Ring from a Retailer or Wholesale?
So you've finally decided to take that next big step and get engaged -- but if you think making that decision was hard, then you're in for a ride, because the most common question that pops into the mind of someone getting engaged is what type of ...
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12 Painless Ways to Save $2000 Before the Holidays
October is here and the holidays are less than two months away, so if you don't yet have enough cash stashed to cover all the upcoming expenses -- like hosting family dinners, gifts, and all that extra gas you'll use driving around town -- it's time ...
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6 House Upgrades That Increase Property Values
The US home improvement market is strong at about $400 billion dollars per year. Many homes and rentals that once sat empty are now filling burgeoning housing needs.
Those homes are often in need of renovation and house upgrades.
Did you invest ...
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Grandfather Says: Great Grandfather’s Stained Glass Bullseye Windows
One of the most influential people in Grandfather's life as he was growing up was his maternal grandfather, Mr. James F. Miller.
He lived for many years in an elegant old home in Saginaw, Michigan; a relic from the days when Michigan's virgin ...
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5 Awesome Benefits of Buying a Condo
Do you want to buy a home, but just don't have the money for it? Then consider buying a condo. Condos tend to be a lot cheaper than the average home and offer up a lot of great benefits.
So, what are the benefits of buying a condo? Read on to ...
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How to Be Smart When Selling Your Mortgage Note
So you've decided to sell your mortgage note. If you have never sold a mortgage note before, it can be difficult to know where to start.
A mortgage note is a document that is signed at the closing of a mortgage that obligates the homebuyer to ...
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