It’s been reported that Americans spent in excess of $50 billion on their pets in 2011. The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) estimates it costs about $1,600 annually to care for a dog and a little over $1,000 to care for a cat. Responsible pet ownership comes with a price […]
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What Did Your Parents Teach You About Money?
Many people go through life not knowing why they never earn more money, why they can never save money, and why their money does not grow. They often attribute the success of others to “luck” but in reality, there is a lot to learn about money. Many of us were not educated enough about money […]
If You Saved $5 Per Week, Would You Miss It?
I was on Financial Highway’s Facebook Page and saw that they were encouraging people to save $5 per week. I am a big fan of savings, so I wondered if I would miss $5 per week. The answer is an obvious “no.” The reality is, as much as I would like to be uber frugal, […]
5 Online Banking Safety Tips
If you prefer not to visit your local bank to make a deposit or handle some other transaction, online banking allows you to conduct most of your business from your personal computer. However, any time that you use an online site, including your bank, there are certain safety tips for you to keep in mind […]
3 Costly Tax Mistakes Business Owners Make
I am not sure why anyone would want to do their own taxes as a small business owner. I don’t know how you would find the time to keep up with all of the rules, laws, and changes and frankly, I believe a business owners time is best spend working on their business; generating new […]
How to Finance a Car and WIN!
If I asked you how you were going to finance your next car, chances are, I would get one of three responses: •   Bank / Lender / Dealer Financing •   Pay Cash •   Lease (then get another or buy it out) If I asked which the best method is, most people would say “paying cash†[…]
When Was Your Last Insurance Audit?
Insurance is one of those things we accept as necessary, but what if you changed your perspective and realized that insurance is empowerment? Before I lose you, I am not here to sell you anything. This post is about education, empowerment, protection, and saving you money. When last did you have an insurance claim? Was […]
Got Ink? How to Get Paid for Your Ink Cartridges
This might be a no brainer, but I am sure someone out there is throwing money away by throwing away ink cartridges. You might be having them refilled or doing it yourself, but I have not had much success with that. For a long time, I took advantage of the Staples rewards program, where they […]
