Summer time means warm weather. For many of us, it also means big air conditioning bills as we try to stay cool. Taking some easy actions to prepare can help keep those bills to a manageable level and possibly stay cool in the process.
Budgeting
One of the most important subjects you can talk with your kids about is money. Indeed, it is often a good idea to talk about finances as a family. Having money discussions with your children can be a good way for them to get a handle on what is happening in your family, as well [...]
Did you know that most New Year’s Resolutions are eventually broken? Some experts say that it just doesn’t make sense to make them – you end up disappointing yourself. But I still think New Year’s, or the beginning of each year, is a good time to reflect on the past and decide on things to [...]
Winter can get expensive! Whenever I feel the temperatures dropping, one of my first thoughts is, “Great! Back to seeing $500 each month on our utilities bill.” Heating is of course a major expense during the winter, but there are other expenses, including buying new coats for kids who have outgrown their old coats, taking [...]
Children around the world grew up playing Monopoly, and many more adults still get together for some friendly – and sometimes not so friendly – competition. But is there more to it than that? Is Monopoly more than a way to pass a few hours, and are there lessons we can take from a monocle-wearing [...]

