On occasions, I have felt that universities should offer a rebate, when your education does not live up to what you pay for. While some college and universities do an excellent job providing practical education and experience, all do not. I also realize that in many instances higher education is better if you seek more […]
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Recently, we decided to get some work done on our home by going a cheaper route. I usually go through major companies but because the work kept accumulating I tried to see how I could get it done in the most cost effective way. Unfortunately, after this experience I felt disappointed. So I want to
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It’s no secret that cost of dependent care can be very expensive. With a greater number of families requiring dual incomes to make ends meet, it has become increasingly necessary for many to rely on daycare for their children and – for some – their mentally or physically disabled adult dependents. Fortunately, there are tax
We all know that money doesn’t grow on trees. So whether the time of plenty has changed or not, some people are really trying to decrease their spending and save money. Couponing is not for everyone so here are other ways to help you save big. Get your money’s worth When you buy a
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Growing up in my community I can remember a few people whispering about life insurance after a relative passed away. Usually, the whispers were followed with, “No, he didn’t have life insurance, but his family will just have to put him away with dignity.” Family members would often be solicited to contribute their monetary funds
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Our rapidly changing world economy, and growing concerns about the values that are passed on to future generations, have led many to sit up and take a good look at their lifestyle. The parsimony and simplicity are two important steps you can take to make a difference in the future of humanity. Two of the
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Recently, I acknowledged that the relationship women have with their purses and their personal finances is heavily linked. One of my co-workers use to tell me, “Never put your purse on the floor because it will keep your money low.” The superstition itself makes little sense but taking pride and knowing what is going on
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