When we think of financing for a home, we often assume that there are very few options. Sure, we know about first-time home buyer's options. We might also know that we can find loans with varying term periods. But there are other options out there ...
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Stop Pouring Money Down the Drain: 9 Ways to Conserve Bathroom Water
When you realize that half of a household's water usage occurs in the bathroom, and that greener versions of toilets and faucets -- like those found in new homes from green builders -- can save an average American family up to 11,000 gallons per ...
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Why I Love Christmas: A Guest Post from My Daughter, Nina
Readers: Today I'm digging into the archives to rerun this guest post from my daughter, Nina. She originally wrote the piece for me seven years ago, on December 24, 2010 -- back when she was just 11-years-old.
I have to admit, rereading her ...
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12 Classic Toys from the Past and What They’re Worth Now
We all had our favorite childhood toys when we were growing up. For me, it was my old Tonka trucks -- I had an entire fleet of them that I regularly used to help me carve miniature highways and water canals out of a large dirt planter in our front ...
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How to Know If It’s Better to Renovate Your Current Home or Move
Home buying is an emotional decision, seldom dominated by the most rational part of the mind. That's not to say that there is nothing practical about buying a home. But practicality is only one part of the equation. There's always a mix of practical ...
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How Canadian Families Save Money on Groceries
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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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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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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