Women: Take Control Of Your Finances

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***Disclosure: Information for this post is sourced by GenWorth Financial in partnership with the SheHeard Influencer Network.All opinions are 100% mine. *** Iframe support required to view this content. Think back a few years. Maybe a few decades. Men used to make all the financial decisions in the household. They had the job, the bank [...]

Mom’s Nationwide Lead the Energy Efficiency Charge

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Mothers, are you worried about your energy bills this summer? Texas summers can be brutally hot, and you may find yourself dreading that hefty electricity bill after running the air conditioning unit all summer long. The good news is that you can do a few things that will help to lower that bill, saving energy [...]

3 Ideas to Help Kids Become Money Smart

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When children learn about finances early on, they carry these lessons into adulthood and become more prudent about the way they handle their money. This is why it is very important to teach children about savings, budgeting and thoughtful spending when they are little so that they can begin and continue making good financial decisions [...]

Choose Debt Relief to Counter the Negative Consequences of Overspending

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“Overspending is a very attractive trap. If people like what they’re doing, despite the worry of debt, they won’t do anything about it.” This quote by Adriane Berg is a stark reminder of the reckless spending culture of America. Unfortunately, people still learn the hard way when credit bills and payday loans go out of [...]

What is Life Insurance and Do I Need It?

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Iframe support required to view this content. Getting older I find myself preparing for the future more and more. I used to be a take life as it comes kinda girl, but now I like knowing that, as a family, we all have a financial future. One of the best things I have done to [...]

Use electronic cigarettes? Save 20% off the V2 Cigs kit!

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I grew up in a family that smoked and I smoked myself for many years. I was lucky and found quitting easy, but know that my sister is currently using electronic cigarettes and likes them. I’ll admit when I first heard about them I did not understand the concept. I was surprised to find out [...]

With Taxes Around the Corner It’s Time to Find a Financial Advisor

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While scouring the internet for tax tips and items I could use for deductions I cam across an article that talked about how Women gain greater financial control but confidence lags. Which I found so true. I’m glad I’m making money and contributing the family pot as a Work At Home Mother, but at the [...]

Saving Money on Transportation Costs

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Every dollar counts and as a frugal person, it’s important to continually look for new ways to save money. Transportation is a vital part of many of our lives and one area we can all find ways to spend less. Whether you choose to dump your car for another type of transportation or you just [...]

5 Keys To Car Shopping Infographic

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Dream Pet. Dream Aquarium. Dream Contest!

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Dream of having a pet that takes care of itself and never have to clean up after its mess? Everyone loves a cute pet but we all know that caring for one, any pet, for that matter — is no walk in the park! You’ve got to keep them healthy, clean (and good looking) and [...]

Deals for The Season: FREE Shipping

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I’m always looking for the best deal and certain websites are my “go-to” when it comes to finding the latest coupon code or FREE shipping codes. The thing is that there are many ways for you to save money online! Make sure you look around and find the best deal. Some codes expire in just [...]

Bashing All The Way, Halloween Style

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We may be storming past Thanksgiving en route to Christmas and beyond, but for many party goers in New York, the Variety Haunted Halloween Tour is still fresh on their minds – a sign of a well-planned event if there ever was one.  With two separate events and locations, those looking for a ghostly good [...]

Hot Holiday Gift: SimpliSafe Home Security System

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This holiday season it’s not only about the fun gifts. Why not get something to make you and your family feel a little safer. SimpliSafe Home Security Systems provide that. The big difference between regular Home Security Systems and SimpliSafe is one thing. They believe being safe should be simple. They designed a security system [...]