Episode 002 Relationships and Money Relationships: Building Growth & Stability w/ your Partner Through Financial Health & Communication Explore the importance of financial health in relationships for dating couples, newly engaged or already long-term partners. Stephanie is the owner of Mindful Messages Therapy in Sierra Vista, Arizona and she offers counseling services through an innovative […]
In a month or two it will be time to plan out the summer! Just because you’re going on vacation, doesn’t mean your budget has to take a hike. Use these tips to save big and still have a wonderful vacation! 1. Check AirBNB for cheap rentals before booking an expensive hotel. 2. Don’t pay […]
Vacations might be tight this year. Maybe people are thinking about avoiding travel all together. But there’s nothing like a good road trip. In a time where we may not want to get on a plane, going on a road trip for a day or two, can help recharge our batteries. Road trips can save us money compared to […]
It’s easy to participate in the 2020 Census. If you didn’t get the papers in the mail, you can go online and do everything there. It only takes about 10 minutes to complete! Just go to My2020Census.gov to participate […]
It’s important to connect with friends and family in this strange time we call a “pandemic” . But how do we do that when everything costs money and we are supposed to be “distancing”? Here is a creative way to re-connect with family and friends, without getting too close and without breaking the bank. Start […]
Bring back an old family tradition, the trip to the library, to save money and help your kids achieve. With time alone during COVID-19 Quarantine, I’ve been reflecting on memories. Although we can’t go to the library right now, I’m looking forward to going soon. I remember those old summer days when my brother and […]
I remember my mom asking me several years ago why I liked a minimalist lifestyle. She loves to surround herself with beautiful antiques and glassware, beautifully crafted baskets, interesting knickknacks, and wonderful quilts that she’s made or that have been given to her by friends. I had to choose my words carefully before responding. It’s […]
Vacations might be tight this year. Maybe people are thinking about avoiding travel all together. But there’s nothing like a good road trip with friends or family. In a time where we may not want to get on a plane, going on a road trip for a day or two, can help recharge our batteries. […]
Do you find that the distractions of the internet are taking over your life? Are you constantly pushing off tasks so you can check your Facebook page or see what’s new on Pinterest for the 10th time this hour? If this describes you, consider focusing your mind with a distraction-blocker app. These apps are the […]
If you feel like the middle-class squeeze is getting tighter, you are not alone. The numbers don’t lie: Life really is a more expensive than it used to be. Let’s look at what life costs now compared to 20, 50 and 80 years ago. 1. Housing Today, the Great American Dream of buying a house […]