The last 10 years in the United States have seen a significant increase in cell phone usage. I was unable to get a phone until I was 16 (my parent’s rule) and even then, the phone only had calling and minimal texting capabilities. Today, I can ask a random 6 year old what the weather […]
When it comes to health care, being a woman can be costly. A recent study by the National Women’s Law Center found that “women pay $1 billion more each year in individual health insurance costs even though they tend to take better care of their health than men.” This difference in costs is a common […]
You don’t make enough money. Shocked? Probably not. Most people believe they don’t make enough money. But the truth isn’t that you don’t make enough money. The truth is that you’re living with another problem altogether. Let’s look at Jane. Jane’s paycheck is quite a bit larger than yours, and yet you can’t figure out […]
Many of us want to retire early. That early retirement age might be 35, 40, or 50, but the idea is to retire sometime before the age of 65 and start enjoying life — before age and infirmity catch up with you. The reality, though, is that the dream of early retirement will remain a […]
The summer can often lead to more activities. If you have children, you know this first hand. While I discussed options for getting your kids outside last week, sometimes you will need another option. Movies can be great way to spend time with family and friends, and there are so many options to choose from. Where do you see […]
No matter your opinion on the recent Supreme Court ruling on the Affordable Care Act, changes mandated by that act might affect your finances in the future. Unfortunately, between the talking heads and angry individuals on both sides of the health care debate, it can be rather difficult to figure out exactly how your finances […]
