Often times, the family budget is a source of conflict. Most of the time, the major earner makes the final financial decision, which isn’t always a welcome deal for the rest. Since money is such an intrinsic part of family life, families need to achieve accord in this aspect. There […]
For some, the idea of a budget is often a blur. It is frustrating to see how hard it is to do a budget and realizing that with one wrong purchase, you can actually ruin the entire thing. And this has been a perennial headache for most homemakers. It is […]
Parents mostly complain that teenagers do not listen to them. When it comes to advice regarding ‘money matters’ the opposite is true. Teens actually welcome their parent’s input about their finances. In the past few years, teenagers have earned billions of dollars with part-time and summer jobs. Some have spent […]
Picking out the linens or tableware is only one step of getting ready for marriage. Discussions about finances are a crucial part of preparing for your future. It’s important to talk about money early in the relationship to avoid future issues. A study from Kansas State University, “Examining the Relationship […]
Why is it that people seek the services of legal professionals, medical professionals, tax professionals, even domestic professionals but when it comes to financial planning, they often don’t take that important step to seek the assistance of financial professionals? Perhaps it’s the result of our grand-parents generation and a fundamental […]
You might not consider yourself to be an organized person, but your finances are the last place you want to be disorganized. Follow these steps and you’ll be more organized that you ever thought you could be: Look at your budget every month. Ensure that your budget is accurate. […]
