How to host a party without stressing you or your budget

I am hosting 16 couples at my house tomorrow night. Typically, I would consider planning this kind of event to be a financial and emotional nightmare. However, this event is so... Read more »

Help Pam stop overspending

An Advice Team writer wrote today asking how she can stop spending so much money. I always find this seemingly simple question difficult to answer; overspending issues require you to inject some... Read more »

Top eight least satisfying ways I’ve spent money

Lately it seems that there are a lot of things that I NEED to spend money on but definitely do not WANT to spend money on (note: this is the exact opposite... Read more »

The impact of gas prices on consumer confidence

Earlier this week, Gallup released statistics that show we are suddenly optimistic about gas prices. In fact, last month, nearly 9 in 10 Americans said gas prices in their local areas would... Read more »

Blog for Change…….

Our Sunday paper landed with a thud this past week. Was it full of news I could use? Was there that much in the world to write about that it would fill... Read more »

When the income decreases, it is pays to set priorities

The number of people filing for unemployment benefits is on the rise.  In fact, the recent increase left claims at their highest level since late March 2002. If you experience a loss... Read more »

Coming to terms with unit costs

My family belongs to a local pool. It is not the fancy kind of pool; it is basically a hole in the ground with water. That being said, we love our pool.... Read more »

Think twice before asking your friends for money

A recent Time/Rockefeller Foundation Poll found that 58% of 18 to 29 year old respondents have had to borrow money from a friend or relative in the past year to meet expenses. ... Read more »

Yee haw! SW has lowest rate of unpaid credit card debt

A review of FDIC statistics shows that where you live can make a big difference in how you pay your credit card bills.  In fact, Southeasterners are quite a bit more likely... Read more »

Want the best deal? Hop on the phone.

For years, my husband and I have used our cell phones to help us save money and time.  Before we make a costly purchase, like for a printer or digital camera, we... Read more »