It’s time to talk about another possible work-from-home scam. Work-from-home jobs are extremely popular these days as most people long to have a flexible schedule, avoid a long daily commute, and possibly improve their work-life balance. Even though working from home still involves a great deal of effort and work, I have to admit, when I first heard about online jobs, I thought they sounded ...
5 Things You Must Do with Your Kids this Holiday Season
As a parent, the holiday season can get you all caught up in determining about what types of gifts you will get for your kids. You know they will be expecting something under the tree for Christmas and ‘Santa’ may need to to deliver in one way or another. If your child is older, he or she may even have a special wish-list prepared. I try to listen to some of my son’s wants around the holiday ...
How to Fund Your Small Business Start-Up
Have you ever thought about starting your own business and working for yourself? Maybe you have some amazing ideas of ways to earn extra money and you’d like to become your own boss. Lack of funding can pump the breaks on great new business plan. Lack of time, money, and dedication are the main reasons why most businesses never get off the ground no matter how profitable the concept ...
What Single Moms Who Don’t Qualify for Government Assistance Can Do Instead
When you’re going through a rough patch and in need of some financial assistance, government assistance programs can be extremely helpful. Single moms who experience some difficulty with being able to make ends meet can find temporary relief in government programs like food stamps, TANF (temporary assistance for needy families) and Medicaid. All of these programs offer relief for necessities ...
How to Practice Delayed Gratification to Get What You Really Want
Did you set goals earlier this year whether they were for your life or your finances? Have you stopped to consider how those goals tie in to your ‘ultimate goal’ or what you really want out of life? This year, my goals revolved around paying off debt, saving and investing more, being an even better parent and trying to fully appreciate each day. So far it’s been a journey and a process, but ...
Holiday Shopping Tips for Parents on a Budget
I know it’s still only fall, but parents know that it’s prime time for planning gift lists and creating a budget for holiday spending. When it comes to buying your kids Christmas gifts, it’s important to recognize their needs and listen to their wants to a certain degree. Pulling off holiday shopping on a budget when you have kids can be a challenge. Here are a few ways to make it through the ...