For first-time homebuyers, the whole homebuying process may look a bit daunting. You’re going into what could be the biggest purchase of your life with no experience to fall back on. The good news is a little preparation can go a long way and help you approach this major decision with … [Read more...] about 12 tips for buying your first house
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How to check on your income tax refund
Wondering where your 2025 tax refund is? Whether you’re waiting for that federal cash or your state’s payout, we have the simplest steps to track it down. There is no complicated stuff here—just advice. If you're wondering, "Where's my tax refund?" - keep reading! Let’s get … [Read more...] about How to check on your income tax refund
16 ways to cut expenses this year
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It's a new year, and that means it's time to get your financial house in order. Learning how to cut expenses on the family budget can be a big help! No matter what mistakes you made last year, you get a do-over this year. The beginning of the year is a great time to make changes that will … [Read more...] about 16 ways to cut expenses this year
How to teach your kids about budgets
Money doesn’t grow on trees, but teaching kids how to budget can plant the seeds for financial smarts. Whether it’s managing their allowance or saving for a new toy, kids can learn the value of a dollar—and how to stretch it—through hands-on lessons and simple tools. Let’s dive into how you can turn … [Read more...] about How to teach your kids about budgets
Free printable budget sheets to help you manage your money
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Struggling to stay on top of your finances? Printable budget sheets are here to save the day! These simple, customizable tools help you track expenses, manage savings, and crush your financial goals. Looking for free printable budget sheets to get your finances into shape … [Read more...] about Free printable budget sheets to help you manage your money
How to end the exchange of useless holiday junk
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Are you ready to learn how to end gift giving? What about this year, you try family Christmas ideas instead of gifts? If you're wondering what to do for Christmas instead of gifts, you're in the right place! Let's dive into alternatives to Christmas gifts this holiday … [Read more...] about How to end the exchange of useless holiday junk
Tools to organize your life in the new year
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With the new year upon us, we’re all thinking about resolutions. While losing weight and getting your finances in order are two popular choices, one resolution many of us make year after year is to get organized, once and for all.Let's talk about how to get organized for the New Year! It's … [Read more...] about Tools to organize your life in the new year
Should you renovate your house or buy a new one?
Most families at some point reach a difficult real estate crossroads: Do they renovate an existing home to fit their current needs, or do they go out and buy another house that’s already the way they like it?This is a question with no one-size-fits-all answer, although most families can make the … [Read more...] about Should you renovate your house or buy a new one?
Restaurant deals by day
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Looking for food deals near you? On the hunt for a cheap lunch deal today? Or are you searching for the best restaurant deals in the coming week? Trying to Google and find the "food deals near me" to get the best deals? Look no further. Here we've rounded up the current food specials at … [Read more...] about Restaurant deals by day
6 ways to save on air conditioning
As the temperature exceeds the triple digits this summer, our electric bills are spiraling upward with the heat index.Except for a hardy few, going without air conditioning is probably not a practical cost-cutting measure. Still, there are ways to save energy and cut your electric … [Read more...] about 6 ways to save on air conditioning
10 cheap, easy ways to stage your home for sale
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You’ve decided to sell your home, and you want to get top dollar for it. That means you need to stage your home for sale — in other words, prep your house so it looks more appealing to potential buyers. You’ve seen the TV shows where homeowners spend thousands of dollars to bring in new furniture … [Read more...] about 10 cheap, easy ways to stage your home for sale
12 fixes that will get you a higher price for your house
If you’re looking to sell your home quickly and for top dollar, there are some lesser-known words that match the importance of the famous real estate phrase "location, location, location."Those all-important words? Curb appeal.As the saying goes, "You don’t get a second chance to make a … [Read more...] about 12 fixes that will get you a higher price for your house
Projects to bring your 1950s house into the modern age
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Perhaps you’ve inherited your grandparents’ house. Or, maybe the best house you could find was a 1950s place that looked like your grandparents’ house.You may actually be lucky. A house built in the 1950s can be easily and fairly inexpensively remodeled into a home that looks … [Read more...] about Projects to bring your 1950s house into the modern age
How to save money on food without using coupons
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Groceries for a family of four with young children cost an average of about $1,000 a month in the summer of 2023, not including takeout and restaurant meals, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture. That’s a big chunk of change.But there are ways to spend less on food and still eat a … [Read more...] about How to save money on food without using coupons
12 tips to avoid DIY repair disasters
The idea of saving hundreds, or maybe even thousands, of dollars when making home repairs is enticing. Surely you can repair those cracks in the wall, caulk around the bathtub, install a new toilet or change a light fixture. Maybe you can handle all these do-it-yourself projects – but, then … [Read more...] about 12 tips to avoid DIY repair disasters
