Men and women aren't born with good financial habits. They learn them over time. Actually, a person must be committed to developing good skills but many don't realize this. However, a person might assume they are in control of their finances when they truly aren't. For instance, ...
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The Temporary Chicken Coop and Other Chicken Housing Options
Keeping backyard chickens is one of the fasted-growing hobbies in America. Have you considered jumping on the bandwagon and adding a flock to your backyard? There are so many benefits to having chickens beyond just the eggs. They can provide a great learning experience for your ...
After a Car Accident: 5 Unethical Tricks an Insurance Claim Adjuster May Resort to and How to Protect Yourself
It would be perfectly understandable if you were not thinking straight shortly after being involved in an accident but if you are not on your guard it could be costly if you encounter a claim adjuster who is intent on reducing or eliminating any potential payout. It often pays ...
The Financial Consequences of Getting a Divorce
It can be sad, but often the best decision for everyone involved when spouses part ways. If you find yourself in this boat, you’re far from alone. There’s an oft-repeated anecdotal fact that half of all marriages end in divorce. The good news is that it’s a bit overblown. As Time ...
The 3 Rules For Working From Home As A Parent
For many, working from home sounds ideal. You have no commute and you don't have to prepare as much for the day. Many people view working at home as casually strolling downstairs, flipping open the laptop with the TV on in the background, and getting to it. But when you are a ...
5 Things You Must Do to Ensure That Your CDPAP Enrollment Goes Through Without Setbacks
New York State's Consumer Directed Personal Assistance Program (CDPAP) was designed to allow Medicaid members who require personal care to choose their own caregivers. The chosen caregiver, who can be a family member other than a spouse or a close friend, can get paid to provide ...
Two Becomes One: 3 Ways to Prepare for Life After Divorce
Divorce isn’t easy, which is why it is important to prepare yourself for life after it. The process is lengthy, and after being in a bad marriage, suddenly having it all end can be a little shocking to the system. All too often, people lose themselves when they are in a marriage, ...
Everyday Changes to Make Your Household More Eco-Friendly
Excellent eco-habits start at home, and if you are looking for a way for your household to be more eco-friendly, there is probably more you can do than you think. While we all know about the convenient methods, like recycling, there is still plenty more that you can do to take ...
Bean Bag vs. Sofa: What Are the Main Advantages of Each?
Furnishing a new apartment or redesigning a living room can be fun, but it can also be stressful for those who are shopping on a budget. It used to be the case that every living room, game room, or den featured a large, expensive, difficult-to-move sofa, which required consumers ...
Improving your Net Worth: 4 Ways to Help Boost your Financial Standing
While money may not buy you happiness, not having enough of it can certainly dampen your happiness. Living paycheck-to-paycheck is a very stressful way to live. Not only are you constantly aware that the loss of your job could mean defaulting on your mortgage or missing a ...