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Freelancing as a Source of Income
Who couldn’t use some extra money these days? I’m guessing you have a skill that people would pay you for, and freelancing can be a great way to earn some extra cash.
What work can you do as a freelancer? Take into account what you like to do in your spare time. Do you love yard [...]
What My Mother’s Illness Taught Me About Personal Finance
When my mother became ill a few years ago, I did what all adult children usually do: worry and think, “She has to be OK! She’s the parent.” Finances, however, didn’t enter my mind.
It was interesting to note that my parents – level-headed as always – remembered to consider the financial repercussions of Mom’s illness [...]
Five Things You Must Do Before You’re Laid Off
Like millions of Americans, my family will likely face a layoff. And, like other families we aren’t sure when we will get the news. Tomorrow? In another month? The suspense makes one reach for the bismuth.
My husband has been a teacher all his adult life, but could be laid off at the end of the [...]
Saving Money with Three Books
When I started working after college in 1993, I was thrilled to get a job and make more than minimum wage. However, that $5.65 an hour didn’t stretch as far as it might, and I started to learn the hard lessons of personal finance all over again.
My parents shared their financial experience with me, [...]
Divorce and Finances: Lessons of Being A Financial Single
It doesn’t take an economic downturn to challenge the best financial wizards – it can be something as simple as the end of a relationship.
When two people separate, their financial lives separate as well. Each person assumes more financial obligations while each has to learn to live within his or her means again.
When I got [...]
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