Category Archives: Financial Survival

Christian Organization Working to Protect Poor During Election Year

Election years can be volatile, especially for programs that serve the hungry and poor. That’s why Bread of World is launching its’ 2012 Offering of Letters campaign. The letters will urge Congress to protect programs that help the needy in America. “We thank God that the deficit-reduction decisions Congress and the president made in 2011 … Continue reading

NYC Churches Booted From Renting Public Schools

I’ve attended church in a movie theater, in schools and now meet every Sunday in an office park. For many churches these public buildings are great places to gather, but the Supreme Court recently refused to review a church’s appeal of a ban on holding worship services in public schools. Pastor Caleb Clardy says he’s … Continue reading

Free Stuf Friday: Free Christmas Cards, Free Starbucks, Free Paint and More!

Can you believe it’s the last Friday before Thanksgiving? Most people spend more during this time of year than any other so scoring freebies is even more important than ever! Here are some great free products and deals: Free Starbucks Holiday Drinks: I usually only post freebies that don’t require a purchase, but I make … Continue reading

Focus on the Family Offers New Financial Management Tool

The number one source of divorce is money fights and money problems. Thankfully Focus on the Family has developed a new tool to help couples practice sound money management principles so they can take control of their finances. Focus on the Family just announced a new partnership with Crown Financial Ministries. It’s called MoneyLife Coaching. … Continue reading

New Figures Show US Poverty Rate Increasing

The US Census Bureau just released data showing the US poverty rate rose to 15.1 percent in 2010, up from 14.3 percent in 2009. That means 46.2 million people live in poverty. “With nearly one in six Americans living in poverty, it is clear that the nation is still feeling the ongoing impacts of the … Continue reading

Being Content In Your Frugalness

Just like working out or drinking eight glasses of water a day, my commitment to being frugal can get lax at times. With fitness, I’ll still go for a jog a few times a week or hit the gym for a workout class, but the intensity isn’t behind it. I’m kind of skating through it … Continue reading

Handcuffing Yourself to the Desk and Other Things Not To Do During an Interview

Millions of Americans are searching for jobs and that means the competition is tough. Making it through the interview process can be difficult. Robert Half, the world’s first and largest specialized staffing firm, knows that well. The company recently conducted a survey, asking hiring managers about the biggest interview mistakes they’ve ever seen. Here are … Continue reading

Are Gas Prices Slowing Down Summer Travel Plans?

Are gas prices slowing down your summer travel plans? According to a new poll from USA TODAY and Gallup, most families are still planning a summer getaway. More than six in ten say they need to get out of town for a while– even if it means paying more. Of those polled, most expect to … Continue reading

A Strategy to Winning the Lottery

During my lunch break yesterday I caught Richard Lustig’s visit to the Rachael Ray Show. Richard has won the lottery several times. His first win came in 1992 as he faced a stack of medical bills and a leaky roof. He decided to play a Millionaire Magic scratch-off ticket and ended up winning $10,000 which … Continue reading