Category: Money

  • Why Your Cable Bill is More Than You Expected

    There have been several times when I see a cable commercial and I think to myself, “Why don’t we have such a great deal for our tv’s? Those people in the commercial have 1,000 more channels than us and pay half as much!” Today I went to directtv.com to sort this whole mess out.

  • 6 Quick Ways to Get Extra Cash

    Most of us do our best to save but when an emergency comes up, we don’t always have enough to cover it. That can be scary and stressful, knowing you did your best but fell short. Whatever your situation, here are quick ways to get cash right now.  I’d suggest only using some of these…

  • Ways to Make Some Quick Cash

    Ready for Christmas?  Or trying to save for something special?  No matter what your specific situation, many of us are interested regularly in bringing in some quick cash.  The key is figuring out something that you can do in the free time you squirrel away. Hobby Jobs If you can fit in a few shifts…

  • The J-Lo Principle for Unexpected Expenses

    Instead of looking ahead to each new month with clinging hopes that nothing goes wrong, look ahead with the expectation that those somethings will be coming by to visit. Be prepared to welcome them at the door with tea and biscuits. It’s much less stressful when you know they’ll be coming.

  • Pop Quiz

    How much does the average American family spend during the holiday season? Do people who co-sign for loans usually end up footing the bill? Think you know the answers? Maybe you do, maybe you don’t.

  • Money-Proof Your Relationship

    Money-proofing your relationship is a good exercise in what the British call “communication.” Furthermore, when two people can get on track and work towards common goals, they become a force to be reckoned with. Today, you and your spouse could be that force.