Many of us donate to a worthy cause year round. Unfortunately, just as there are good people trying to help others, there are also plenty of scammers out there. You want to feel good about where your money is going, and you want to make sure that you aren’t just lining the pockets of some […]
No matter where you are in your career, retirement is likely to be on your mind. Since this generation of workers can no longer expect employers to provide a generous pension and health insurance coverage, it can feel like all retirement decisions are up to us as individuals. Add in the fact that there are […]
My finances are largely automated. Most of my regular bills are paid automatically with a credit card or through direct withdrawal from my checking account. This setup is convenient, and it means that I don’t have to spend a lot of time trying to remember when to pay my bills. Even my retirement account and emergency […]
As tuition costs continue to rise, you as a parent will need to make tough decisions about whether or not you’re willing or able to pay for your child’s college education. While paying for their college tuition may be a dream of yours – and one that can definitely benefit their future and set them on the […]
Now that my son is 14 and getting ready for a driver’s permit, I’ve been thinking quite a bit about buying a car. (Yes, you read that right. In Idaho, you are eligible for a permit at 14 and a license at 15.) It’s a few years since I’ve bought a car; I tend to […]
I’ve never been one to budget every last cent, and I’ve never been on a spending diet. Most of the time, I’m content to make sure my goals are being met each month and then I spend whatever’s left. Lately, though, I’ve noticed my old habit of just buying something because I can is creeping […]
