5 Fashion Challenges to...

Have you ever heard of a fashion challenge? They’re tasks that bloggers, fashionistas, or anyone sick and tired of their wardrobe can use to stretch new limits, try new trends, and make old items look new again. When I first heard about fashion challenges, I loved the idea....

Carnivals for the Week ...

Here are some of the carnivals Free Money Finance was in this week: EDITOR’S CHOICE! Festival of Frugality Carnival of Personal Finance Totally Money Blog Carnival Financial Simplicity Carnival Enjoy! P.S. Carnival Hosts — If my post is in your carnival in a given week,...

How to Save Money on Ga...

It’s no secret that the price of gas is continually rising. According to data from the Energy Information Administration, the national average for a gallon of regular gas in mid-January 2009 was $1.83. Three weeks later, the price was $3.44, and in 2012, the average price exceeds...

30 Steps to Great Finan...

I have only shared the first few steps to great finances, but hopefully you are already feeling more in control of your money.  So far, we have covered the following: Step #1: Know your net worth step Step #2: Record your spending for a month Step #3: Develop a cash flow plan Step #4:...

How to Stop Fighting Ab...

Money is among the top reasons for martial strain and divorce, and those of us who are married understand why. Think about your single years: You had complete control over your finances and your bank account. Fast-forward to combining your finances with your spouse, and it’s easy...

How is Your Emergency F...

The Wall Street Journal discussed emergency funds recently and noted the following: The oft-quoted rule of thumb is to save three to six months of living expenses in your emergency fund. But many people these days will need nine months to a year of expenses covered just to get by....

Words of Advice on Sele...

The following is an excerpt from Securing Your Financial Future: Complete Personal Finance for Beginners courtesy of Rowman & Littlefield Publishers. All Rights Reserved. A list of brief tips on some of the most common categories of insurance appears below, plus a few important items...

17 Tips to Deal With Wo...

Do you find yourself going through the motions every day at work? Are you physically showing up for the job, but leaving your mind elsewhere? Are you feeling detached from what formerly gave you joy and fulfillment? If so, you are likely suffering from workplace burnout. Burnout is a...

What Is Home Title Insu...

Buying a new house can be one of the most exciting events of your life. It’s an occasion that signifies that you are settling down – “building a nest,” so to speak – and maybe even starting a family. It is, however, often a stressful and costly process, and...

How It Went with My New...

A few months ago I told you that I had hired a new CPA to do my taxes . Now that the tax season is over and the dust has settled, I thought I’d list the pros and cons of working with the new firm. Let’s start with the pros: They were much more involved in tax planning. While...