According to the U.S. Department of Transportation, the average American family spends about 19 percent of its income on transportation. Which makes transportation is the second-largest household expense (following housing). Of course, whether or not you are “average” depends in large part on where you live, and what the expected transportation costs are in that […]
Gift cards are a popular gift choice. You may have received some during the recent holiday season. They’re convenient for the giver, since you don’t have to worry about getting the perfect gift, and they’re convenient for the receiver, because they get to shop at their leisure and pick out something out they really want. It’s […]
Lodging is often the most expensive item in any travel budget. And when your whole family is traveling, not just you as a single person or couple, it can get even more pricey. But there are a few well-known discounts available when talking to a hotel representative: What is your best rate? Are you running any specials? My […]
We all want to improve our productivity, increase our time, and have more energy for the important things — I know I do. So this year I’m particularly focusing on how I can boost my productivity. I’ve found that it’s not so much about trying to work more,but about how to work more effectively. As I’ve […]
I became a big advocate for chiropractic care after taking my colicky three-month-old daughter to see someone two years ago. It seemed too good to be true, but one gentle adjustment reduced her never-ending crying and helped her sleep through the night. Fast forward to the present, and I forgot my love for the chiropractor until recently. […]
We’re witnessing all out war between major cell phone carriers. They’re in a constant battle to outdo each other with better coverage, faster speeds, cheaper rates, and even offering incentives to customers to switch to their service. It’s not only a fight between major carriers, but smaller ones too. The big players also have to […]
