Monthly Archives: November 2008
What to do With That Bonus
Unexpected money is always exciting. Of course most of us expect the bonuses that have become such a traditional part of the holidays. While a nice big turkey may have been enough for the Cratchets’ for Christmas I would like something a bit more substantial. What should you do if your bonus comes through like … Continue reading
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 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