Co-Parenting and Finances We all know that raising children is expensive. It is estimated that the cost of raising children through the age of 18 is $233, 610 and according to the USDA the cost of raising a child on a year basis is around $13,000 per year for middle-class families. Housing and food are…
Co-Parenting and Finances We all know that raising children is expensive. It is estimated that the cost of raising children through the age of 18 is $233, 610 and according to the USDA the cost of raising a child on a year basis is around $13,000 per year for middle-class families. Housing and food are…
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Co-Parenting and Finances: Making the best of a sticky situation
in FinanceCo-Parenting and Finances We all know that raising children is expensive. It is estimated that the cost of raising children through the age of 18 is $233, 610 and according to the USDA the cost of raising a child on a year basis is...
Beyond Piggy Banks and Lemonade Stands: How To Teach Young Kids About Finance
November 27, 2019 in FinanceAs parents sometimes we forget to have that other BIG talk with our kids that can (and does) have a huge impact on their lives-finances.
My Christmas Savings Plan Money Challenge & The 4 Gift Rule
September 16, 2019 in FinanceChristmas? Already? Okay, I know, it’s super early to start thinking about Christmas. However, today is exactly 100 days before Christmas. In case you haven’t started saving yet, it’s not too late! This Christmas, choose to have a debt-free holiday. Every year millions of...
Life After the Divorce: How to Rebound Financially
August 19, 2019 in FinanceDivorce. This isn’t exactly what any of us expect when we head down the aisle, but unfortunately for some, it does happen. Going from either a two income household down to one or worse going from being a homemaker to now being thrust back...
Know Money, No Problems: 5 Ways To Save on Your Utility Bills
January 25, 2019 in Budgeting, FinanceExpensive utility bills can put a strain on your family’s finances. After experiencing one $700 electric bill, I knew there were some changes my family needed to make, and make quickly. Make a few simple changes to save on your utility bills. Use Energy Saving...
12 Podcasts To Help You Get on the Right Track Financially
January 9, 2019 in FinanceIf you are an avid podcast listener and are looking for a podcast dedicated to improving your finances, we have some great programs for you to listen too. From education to being told how is (and even a swift kick in the pants), these...
How to Handle Your Taxes Like A Pro
February 7, 2018 in FinanceThis post is sponsored, however, all opinions are my own. Let’s face it, no one likes to do taxes. But unfortunately, it’s something that has to be done year after year. I have been doing my taxes on my *completely* own for the last 14...
Know Money, No Problems: How We Achieved Student Loan Success
September 19, 2017 in Family, FinanceThank you Navient for sponsoring this post. I remember our first date almost nine years ago, like it was yesterday. It was that day while riding the Ferris Wheel that my husband uttered three words that made me instantly fall in love with...
7 Habits of Highly Frugal People
September 4, 2017 in FinanceMy husband is one of those people who are just naturally frugal, on the other hand, I had to train myself to become that way. Frugal people tend to be savers and “what if” people, and generally happy with financial decisions they make....