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Has this ever happened to you? You’re talking to a client, or perhaps your boss, and you realize the conversation has gotten off on absolutely the wrong foot. You may have learned new and unexpected information from the other person that renders everything you’ve said irrelevant. You may have walked in with an assumption that [...]
Attention Earthlings: It’s time once again for that annual celebration of all things green. Earth Day is nearly upon us and, while many people offer advice on being kind to Mother Earth, too many of these tips don’t quite coincide with frugal lifestyles. In an effort to dovetail these two purposes, we offer 22 budget-friendly [...]
When I joined the workforce towards the end of my high school career, I never paid any attention to where my money was going, I just knew it was going to taxes and somebody named FICA. However, as economic times changed around 2009, I got real acquainted to where my some of the funds went [...]
A few months ago many moms (myself included) felt a BIG change. Amazon.com dropped their Amazon mom discount from 30% to 20%. Some would argue that one should be happy with still receiving any type of discount; however there are several factors to think about. 1. Amazon didn’t notify us about the change until the 12th [...]
In the business world, we’re often advised to network. Interested in changing careers? Network! Need to attract some new clients? Network! Wish you had a knowledgeable mentor? Network! The fact is, networking is a valuable and effective tool that can enrich and advance your career…when you use it properly. The problem, according to Vickie Milazzo, [...]
Tax season is upon us, and however much you dread completing your return this year, there’s always solace to be had in the potential of a sweet reward: the refund. The average tax refund in 2011 was over $2,900, according to CNNMoney. Receiving such a large check typically feels like free money, and the desire [...]
If you’re planning to pop the question on Valentine’s Day, then you’re not alone. According to the Diamond Information Center, some 220,000 men (and women) get down on one knee during this romantic holiday each year, marking February 14th as the most popular day for couples to get engaged in the United States. With each [...]
While you’re being wined, dined, and wooed this Valentine’s Day, don’t forget to quiz your new date on those topics that really matter. Most importantly, says author and financial advisor Leslie Greenman, find out if he has a healthy, balanced approach to money. Below Greenman offers great tips on how to zoom in on your [...]
Every plus size bride wants to have the wedding of her dreams but you may have asked yourself, how can I do it all on a budget without stressing out? Below are some tips that are guaranteed to lead you on the right path! Plan Ahead – Follow the 4 P’s – Proper Planning Prevents [...]
Before the holidays there was endless advice about setting a budget and sticking to a shopping list. Those who ignored the wisdom shared by experts will be in for a shock when credit card and bank statements arrive in the mail. According to a Consumer Reports poll, six percent of us are still paying off [...]
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