Finances and Budgeting

Are you overwhelmed by a financial situation that seems to be out of control?  Are you finding it hard to know where to start in getting it under control?

Why is it important to have a financial dream that speaks to your heart? Finding a financial dream give you the opportunity to make a conscious decision to change what you value in life.

Save money while saving the environment?

Here are a few tips:

Refuse to buy plastic bags. Reuse fine paper.  Save your glass jars.

In this article you'll find practical tips for frugal use of your precious family dollars.

We have been in our town of 80,000 for about six years, but it took having an exchange student living with us for us to discover historic home tours, a bus tour downtown we knew nothing about, annual festivals and the hours of the farmer's market.

Confessions of a Shopaholic is a bright comedy film about how out-of-control shoppers ruin their lives. It shows how shopping can be just as much of an addiction as alcohol, cocaine, and other drugs, and how money issues can make people lie to their friends and family.

How to stop a foreclosure is all about winning against the banks.  There are many ways to keep your home and with some knowledge and information, you too can keep your home.  It does not have to be so scary now, help is on the way.

Looking for frugal holiday gift ideas? Being economical doesn’t mean you have to be cheap, but rather creative! Assembling a theme pack is a great way to create a gift that’s semi-homemade. If you’re looking for something unique to give the special people in your life, here are some ideas to get you started!

Common eco-friendly products that are probably in your cupboard right now can serve alternative purposes, saving a run to the store in a pinch and saving money at the same time.

Dressing babies and toddlers is an enjoyable pastime, but it can also be an expensive one. Thankfully, we can dress our little ones in quality clothing for a much lower price than the outrageously expensive retail offerings. Here are 10 ways and places to shop and save money on infant and toddler clothing.

Through consignment and resale stores, parents can bring in cash by selling outgrown clothing, toys and other nice quality items. Especially in challenging economic times, many families need to bring in some extra income for spending money, to help pay bills, or even to provide for basics. Selling or consigning items at resale shops can be an easy and flexible part-time job for stay-at-home moms and dads.