Running as a method of exercise is popular for many reasons. It burns a high amount of calories per minute, it’s something you can do alone or with friends, and you may already have most of the gear needed to get started immediately. Eventually, though, the most important piece of running equipment wears out and […]
I remember the days when I was a struggling student without much income and without much savings. I also had a great deal of debt. If a $500 car repair came up, I had to ask my parents to lend me the money. Now, things are a little more different. I’m more fortunate in that […]
When it comes to finances, it’s important to not only think about the now but also the future.
When it comes to car insurance, we all know that lowering our rates depends on raising our deductible, dropping unnecessary coverage, and keeping our driving records clean. However, there are other ways to save on car insurance—methods that might not occur to the average driver. Here are five surprising ways to lower your car insurance […]
“It always seems impossible until it’s done.” – Nelson Mandela That’s what I thought when my kids opened the gift they got this past Christmas. You see, my friend gave us two puzzles as presents. A 1,000 piece monster for my 11-year-old, and a 500 piece head-scratcher for my 8-year-old. My kids opened the boxes […]
January is well known as the month consumers tighten their proverbial belts and go on spending freezes. But let’s face it: we still spend money. After all, who can resist 75% off Christmas decorations and wrapping paper for next year? Our family, for example, is planning to get a bigger Christmas tree when the holidays […]
