Monthly Archives: November 2008

Make Money Without a Job

Not everyone is comfortable living life with out guarantees. Having to worry about where the next paycheck might come from pushes some people to the breaking point. But some others choose this life and actually find it is the perfect way to live. No clocking in – when you make a living without a job … Continue reading

Tax Deductions You May Have Missed

The end of the year is closing in. That means it will be tax time before you know it. Here are just a few deductions that you may not have thought about but don’t want to miss. 1. Safety Deposit Box – when it is used to store your tax papers then it can usually … Continue reading

Preparing for Taxes

Accountants can not work miracles. They can only take the information that you have provided and do the most with it. The end of the year is closing in and now is the right time to start thinking about the information you will need to put together your tax returns. 1. Receipts – go through … Continue reading

Save on Groceries with Leftovers

The holidays are the perfect time to rethink your dishes and use leftovers to create new and exciting meals. It is just one more way to stretch your grocery dollar to its fullest extent. 1. Mashed potatoes – who knew they could be such a delight on the second day. Add some sour cream, garlic … Continue reading

Save Big Bucks on Vacation

Many people pass on vacations after the family starts to grow because the expenses get so high. With just a little planning and some tips to follow you can make a great family vacation fit into any budget. 1. Trade homes with a friend or family member (or complete stranger if you are really brave). … Continue reading

Save More on Holiday Meals

The holidays are expensive and letâ’s skip the gifts, decorations and wrapping. The holiday food can end up costing an arm and a leg. Cooking this recent Thanksgiving meal I thought about buying a ham until I read on the label that it cost almost $60. Add in all the time it costs to prepare … Continue reading

How Much is Enough

Planning for retirement is not easy. It requires a crystal ball and a magic wand. There is no way to guarantee that the money set aside for tomorrow will be enough for tomorrow, but there are a few things that can help you feel a little more secure about the future of your finances. 1. … Continue reading

What Kids Really Want

Christmas is just around the corner and many kids spend all their waking hours listing the items that they hope to find under the tree. I tried to the trick of giving my children some catalogs and letting them go through and circle what was interesting, but they decided it would be more fun to … Continue reading

4 Tips for Paying Down Debt

The times may be tight, but that doesn’t mean they have to be tight for you. Finding ways to save just a little money here and there will give you the opportunity to pay off your mortgage or other debts in record time. Just making two extra payments on your mortgage each year will allow … Continue reading