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How Canadian Families Save Money on Groceries

By Barry Choi

My wife and I recently had a child. Though we'd planned for additional expenses, managing our budget has nonetheless been tough at times, particularly because we're operating on a single income. What we quickly realized when our daughter was born ...

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November 22, 2017

Recipe: Super-Easy Homemade Macaroni and Cheese

By Len Penzo

I love macaroni and cheese -- especially when it is made from scratch. Many people think macaroni and cheese originated when Thomas Jefferson first served it in the White House in 1802, but it probably originated in Europe much earlier than ...

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November 14, 2017

No Soup For You: The Trouble with Some Dinnerware ‘Deals’

By Len Penzo

I remember the day we had our kitchen remodeled like it was yesterday. Part of the makeover included changing the kitchen's blue and white color scheme to an earth-tone motif anchored around brick red as the primary color. (Goodness, listen to me ...

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November 6, 2017

Super-Scary Halloween Fare: 5 Meals That Bite Back

By Len Penzo

When I was a kid I had a neighbor down the street that used to put on the best Halloween haunted houses. He used to set it up in his garage using black lights, cottony spider webs, and giant refrigerator boxes to make a scary maze that we had to walk ...

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October 24, 2017

A Comparison of Concealed-Carry and Self-Defense Insurance Options

By Len Penzo

After receiving my license to carry a concealed weapon, I decided that it was prudent to make sure that I also had insurance to cover any potential criminal- and civil-defense costs that could arise from an unthinkable situation where I'm forced to ...

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October 18, 2017

7 Ways to Ensure You’ll Get Enough Volunteers for Your Next Fundraiser

By Helen Cartwright

More often than not, finding help to run a fundraiser can be an almost impossible task. This can be even more difficult when you need volunteers who will work free. Unfortunately, most people don't know where to begin when it comes to ensuring ...

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September 27, 2017

7 Money-Saving Packing Tips for When You’re Moving Out

By Enero Febrero

What does the process of moving out look like? Well ... it's a complete mess! Just picture hundreds of boxes and bags, wrapped furniture and appliances literally everywhere in your home. During this period, you may not even have the time to eat ...

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September 15, 2017

How to Find the Cheapest Broadband So You Can Save a Small Fortune

By Sabado Domingo

The days when only a few people had access to the Internet are long gone. The Internet now provides us with endless information and has near endless uses -- so having reliable access is a must in today's world. But what do you really need in an ...

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August 18, 2017

A Simple Budgeting Plan for Those Who Struggle with Discipline

By Antonio Fortunato

Len reminds us regularly of the power, importance and necessity of family budgeting; and budgeting is a staple in his top five tools for the successful household CEO. This article is not meant to replace the critically important family budget. ...

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July 25, 2017

4 Tips for an Easier, Less Stressful Relocation

By Tex Freitag

Choosing the best place to live is a difficult decision, but according to statistics on moving from the US Census Bureau, it's a decision millions of us make -- 11% of Americans move each year. As many movers learn, once the choice to relocate is ...

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July 21, 2017

The Do’s and Don’ts of Building an Outdoor Fire Pit

By Sabado Domingo

Sitting before a fire under the stars on a cool summer night is, without a doubt, what life is all about; life's about enjoying the simple things. And whether you're roasting marshmallows with the kiddos or sipping hard cider with friends, a backyard ...

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June 28, 2017

4 Smart Home Improvement Projects That Save Money in the Long Run

By Sabado Domingo

There are some things you can purchase or install in your home that will help save you money over the long run. Planning ahead for these opportunities can give you the best perspective on what will save you money in the future -- even if there is an ...

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June 23, 2017

5 Common Money Mistakes New Graduates Need to Avoid

By Jim Wang

Let me be the first to tell you that it's OK to make mistakes. Financial experts will tell you that the first few years after graduation are the most important. They're right. Compound interest means that the money you save today in your early ...

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June 14, 2017

Why You Shouldn’t Be Afraid of Buying Glasses Online

By Len Penzo

If you're like many people, you've probably avoided buying eyeglasses online because you were afraid it was too complicated. However, buying online is not only easy, it's financially smart too. With that in mind, here are four of the biggest fears ...

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June 2, 2017

If You Can’t Live on $40,000 Per Year, It’s Your Own Fault

By Len Penzo

Awhile back I described ten common characteristics of debt-free people. In that article, I specifically asked my readers to consider this question: "Why is it that there are families out there with household incomes under $40,000 comfortably ...

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April 10, 2017

How to Find and Evaluate the Best Home Warranty Insurance Providers

By Sabado Domingo

Every home is subject to wear and tear over its lifetime; both due to the normal process of aging and as a result of other risks such as fires, bad weather or earthquakes among others. Depending on the magnitude of repairs needed at any given ...

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March 29, 2017

The Honeybee Helps Me Review Blue Apron’s Home Delivery Meal Service

By Len Penzo

This is a product review for Blue Apron. Product Overview: Blue Apron is a fresh ingredient and recipe delivery service designed to help home chefs of all skill levels cook creative and tasty meals at home. Each week, Blue Apron does the menu ...

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March 21, 2017

Real Estate Agents: Why They’re Not Worth It

By Len Penzo

I've sold one house in my lifetime -- way back in 1997 -- and I did that without a real estate agent. Yep ... For sale by owner (or FSBO). It wasn't supposed to be that way.I actually started out with a realtor because I thought it would be crazy ...

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March 20, 2017

A Few Thoughts from Aunt Doris: The Neighborhood Bully

By Aunt Doris

This is another repost from an occasional series by my dear Aunt Doris, who passed away in 2015 at the age of 94. When I was in my early teens, Mum and I moved from Kensington to Notting Hill in London. (Yes, the same Notting Hill as the Julia ...

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February 15, 2017

A Lifestyle Review of Historic Princeton, New Jersey

By Enero Febrero

Princeton University recently earned the top ranking among national universities according to U.S. News & World Report -- but there's much more to Princeton, New Jersey, than its academics. Princeton, the product of a merger between a borough ...

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January 31, 2017

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