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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Recipe: Super-Easy Homemade Macaroni and Cheese
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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No Soup For You: The Trouble with Some Dinnerware ‘Deals’
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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Super-Scary Halloween Fare: 5 Meals That Bite Back
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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A Comparison of Concealed-Carry and Self-Defense Insurance Options
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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7 Ways to Ensure You’ll Get Enough Volunteers for Your Next Fundraiser
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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7 Money-Saving Packing Tips for When You’re Moving Out
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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How to Find the Cheapest Broadband So You Can Save a Small Fortune
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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A Simple Budgeting Plan for Those Who Struggle with Discipline
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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4 Tips for an Easier, Less Stressful Relocation
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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The Do’s and Don’ts of Building an Outdoor Fire Pit
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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4 Smart Home Improvement Projects That Save Money in the Long Run
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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5 Common Money Mistakes New Graduates Need to Avoid
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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Why You Shouldn’t Be Afraid of Buying Glasses Online
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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If You Can’t Live on $40,000 Per Year, It’s Your Own Fault
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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How to Find and Evaluate the Best Home Warranty Insurance Providers
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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The Honeybee Helps Me Review Blue Apron’s Home Delivery Meal Service
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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Real Estate Agents: Why They’re Not Worth It
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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A Few Thoughts from Aunt Doris: The Neighborhood Bully
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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A Lifestyle Review of Historic Princeton, New Jersey
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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