Most of us have been approached at some point in life by someone pitching a network marketing opportunity as a way to earn some extra money. Many of us have even taken the plunge (for better or for worse) into the wild west of the business known as networking marketing (a.k.a. MLM). So how did […]
Archive | March, 2012
Retirement Planning – Are You On Track?
Yesterday I had a chat with a friend who helps people with retirement planning strategies. We chatted about where I was in live, when I planned on retiring and how I was doing with my retirement planning. I have to say it was an eye opening conversation. I knew that I had taken some serious […]
Daily Deal Sites – Can They Really Save You Money?
With Daily Deal sites and Coupon blogs popping up faster than a celebrity saying something that ends up on TMZ, it’s no wonder many shoppers, even extreme savers, are feeling a bit overwhelmed these days when it comes to figuring out the real deals. To help navigate the coupon craze and deal daze you may […]
Five Ways for Pet Owners to Save Money
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 […]
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 […]