Saving Money After Returning To Work

To have a job that takes care of the bills is a blessing for those affected by the recession.  The other side to this is that many who were out of work or forced to take reduced pay may have found themselves having to stretch their money.  For some, this meant having to call in [...]

What to Do if Your Spouse is Bad With Money

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While financial problems only account for about 5% of divorces, more than 70% of married people claim some kind of money problem. Needless to say, issues related to money cause substantial stress to marriages. Any kind of stress in a marriage has the potential to damage the relationship between the two partners.     Marriage [...]

Five No-Nonsense Ways To Save Money In The Home

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Saving money in your home has never been more important. From the need to compare gas and electricity prices to cutting back on non-essentials, these top five tips could save you a small fortune. 1. DIY It might be a bit of a cliché but doing it yourself will really save loads of money. From [...]

Got Trouble? Don’t Hide From It!

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  It’s human nature to wish that problems would simply disappear if you ignore them. But truthfully, how often does that happen? Sticking your head in the sand can ultimately have long-lasting, far-reaching negative effects on one’s life. No matter how overwhelming life can sometimes feel be sure to remain an active participant in your [...]

Do You Have a Money-Toxic Friendship

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Money-toxic friends will encourage you to spend beyond your budget or attempt to take control of your finances. This can include pushing your to buy extravagant items, suggesting pricey restaurants that make you succumb to peer pressure, or even giving you costly gifts so that you feel the need to return the favor with something [...]