Not too long after our first child was born, the Honeybee left her position as a paralegal for a bankruptcy attorney. The truth is, she very much wanted to be a stay-at-home mom. It was a decision that we had both happily agreed to before we were ...
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Why Personal Deficit Spending Can Actually Be a Good Idea
Most personal finance bloggers extol the virtues of frugality and I'm normally among them. It's true. People generally get wealthy (and more importantly stay wealthy) because they learn to live well below their means. But sometimes, personal deficit ...
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Lower Your Heating Bill with this Home Winterization Checklist
Saving on your heating bills during the winter is easier than many think. While some may claim substantial savings can only occur after an entire heating system revamping or a lofty project, you can lower your home heating bill by doing just a few ...
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Smart Home Investments: How to Cut Costs and Boost Efficiency
In an era where efficiency and cost-saving are crucial, investing in a smart home is becoming increasingly attractive to homeowners. The concept of a smart home is not only about having the latest technology but also about making strategic decisions ...
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Are You Prepared for Managing Money and Other Responsibilities?
I have an 11-year-old son who is clamoring for a cell phone. But cell phone aside, my son has been getting an allowance and, quite often, Granny tops off his piggy bank during Christmas and his birthday. I've observed some very interesting things ...
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13 Items to Keep in a Fireproof Safe
For some people, it's tough letting go. Of anything.
Take my wife, for instance; she saves everything.
The other day the Honeybee showed me her baseball ticket from our very first date way back on September 24, 1995.
And if I ever feel oddly ...
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7 Signs That the Home You Want to Buy or Rent Has a Pest Problem
So you think you found the home of your dreams? Well, that potential dream home could easily turn out to be a nightmare if you don't pay attention during the house hunting process. After all, it's easy to overlook a pest problem; many new home buyers ...
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9 Movie Theater Extras That We Could All Do Without
Let me tell you, sometimes this working-for-a-living thing isn't all it's cracked up to be. For the past couple of weeks I've been in one of those high-pressure do-or-die phases that requires me to be at the office from six in the morning to six at ...
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4 Ways Social Media Use Makes You Vulnerable to Identity Fraud
Most of us use at least one form of social media to stay in touch with friends and family we don't get to see every day. Whether it's Facebook, Snapchat, Twitter, or Instagram, social media gives us the ability to share updates with all our friends ...
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How to Navigate Selling Your Home When a Property Chain Breaks
Selling a home can be stressful, but when a property chain breaks, it can feel like everything is falling apart.
If you’re in the middle of a sale and suddenly hear that the buyer has backed out – or the person buying their home has – it can leave ...
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Outdoor Living: What to Consider When Buying a Vacation Home
No matter where your family lives, there is no arguing that natural spaces are often more appealing. Fresh air, sprawling lakes, and abundant wildlife offer an escape from everyday distractions, so it's no wonder that 37% of families say that ...
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Why Do We Honor Kids Who Never Missed a Day of School?
The other day my daughter, Nina, got hit with a 24-hour flu bug that had her kneeling over the toilet all morning long. I felt bad for her, and don't know for sure where she picked it up, but that's not important. Right now I'm just waiting with ...
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Still Renting? Here Are 5 Signs You’re Ready to Buy a House
Calling all renters! Let's take a look at all of your previous living situations. By now, I'm sure you have dealt with your fair share of landlords, both extremely accommodating as well as a few uncooperative. You've forked over several down ...
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Family Business Partnerships: How to Keep Them from Tearing the Family Apart
Thinking about going into business with a family member? Tread lightly; one disagreement could rip that relationship to shreds. Fortunately, you can give yourself the best chance of success by following a few key tips that are designed to keep a ...
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My 17th Annual Cost Survey of 10 Popular Brown Bag Sandwiches
If you're like most people, it's been hard not to notice the increase in your monthly grocery bill over the past four years. After a huge run-up in prices for everything from gasoline to food - and despite the latest consumer price index showing that ...
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Reverse Mortgage Pros and Cons That Every Homeowner Needs to Know
The reverse mortgage is a financial option that has been around for decades, but relatively few people ever use them. However, the truth is, many people in their sixties and older end up with a majority of their wealth tied up in their home, while ...
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4 Rules for Cashing Out Your 401k When You’re In a Financial Pickle
There may be times in life that you'll fall into financial hardship, and it's wise to plan ahead for the inevitable. An emergency fund -- that is, a generous amount of cash in your savings or another account -- is ideal for dealing with these ...
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Breaking Down the Cost of Saying Goodbye: My Journey with Funeral Planning
Hey there, friends. Let’s talk about something most of us avoid until we absolutely can’t – planning for the inevitable. A few months ago, I found myself sitting at my kitchen table, coffee in hand, staring at a stack of bills and a notebook titled ...
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Exploring the Cons of Informal Borrowing
Informal borrowing often seems like an attractive funding option for investors looking to finance a new real estate project. After all, it’s a quick and easy solution when cash is tight, and there’s often no paperwork, no credit checks, and no ...
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Debunking Common Legal Myths About Nursing Home Debt
Nursing homes are long-term medical care communities for older adults who need round-the-clock, hands-on care from medical staff. Older adults with dementia, mobility conditions, or other disabilities often reside in nursing homes for safety and ...
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