by Robyn | Jun 7, 2016 | Budgeting, Credit Cards, Financial Literacy, Financial Organization, Saving Money
US government agencies work to help consumers make wise choices and stay healthy and safe. Their information is made available to us in over 200 publications, which you can order or download at www.publications.usa.gov. Depending on the publication, they are available...
by Robyn | May 10, 2016 | Banking, Budgeting, Helping Mom & Dad, Saving Money
When Caroline began helping her mother with bill-paying, she was quickly overwhelmed. “I couldn’t believe the mess. Mom had four bank accounts and several credit cards,” she said. “There was no system to her bill paying.” In her late 80’s and suffering from macular...
by Robyn | Mar 22, 2016 | Budgeting, Large Purchases
We all have our spending black holes: those things into which we pour money just for love and pleasure, and never expect a financial return. When money can fuel our passion, it is money well spent (as long as this doesn’t cause us to go into debt). For some people...
by Robyn | Jan 12, 2016 | Budgeting, Financial Organization, General, Saving Money
2016! A new year with new possibilities. For many people, this is the time to resolve to spend less, save more, start budgeting, or live within their means. Reining in expenses is work, takes time, and can be tightly entwined with emotions. How can you make this...