A Beginner’s Guide to Frugal Living

A Beginner’s Guide to Frugal Living

I don’t do frugal living perfectly. There are times (usually around 8:00 a.m. on a Monday) when I cannot be stopped from my single-minded march toward Starbucks. At other times, I willfully disregard everything I know about paying retail and (albeit begrudgingly) fork over $75 for a pair of … [Read more...]

Employers Are Testing for Skill and Personality

Employers Are Testing for Skill and Personality

Employers are testing for skill and personality to find the best match!  Is this the best way to find a good employee?  Does a high score on a test mean you are a good employee?  Can a test really determine personality?  Can a test really tell if you will fit in the company? Why? Is this just … [Read more...]

Holiday Networking

Holiday Networking

Holiday Networking are you crazy? It is the holidays and it should be enjoyable! You are probably invited to parties where you can make connections and make next year better for your career. Whether you are happy with your career or need a change, make the most of this holiday season networking … [Read more...]

Five Benefits of Loft Conversions

Five Benefits of Loft Conversions

For many people, an attic is simply a place for storage. As the cost of housing has increased in many cities, some entrepreneurs and motivated individuals are converting old attics into habitable lofts. A loft conversion is usually the size of a small studio apartment, and allows for an additional … [Read more...]

How to Renovate Your Home on a Budget

How to Renovate Your Home on a Budget

Many people inevitably find themselves looking through home magazines or driving past furniture retailers, and they wind up wanting to transform their home into a lavish palace filled with wealthy appliances. While this is not something most people will end up with, it is still possible to renovate … [Read more...]

Why You Need an Emergency Fund

Why You Need an Emergency Fund

I was telling a friend about some bad luck we had the other day which ended up as an unexpected expense.  He was sympathetic and commented that it must have been the last thing we would want coming into Christmas with all the extra costs.  I had to agree with him, no one likes the added expense, … [Read more...]

When No One Knows Where You Are. Or Needs To.

When No One Knows Where You Are. Or Needs To.

This guest post is by Greg McFarlane of Control Your Cash. As you’re reading this, it’s 80º Fahrenheit and sunny with a light breeze. Not necessarily where you are, but somewhere. That somewhere is where I’ve chosen to blog for a living. Most of the time, that means Las Vegas. Right now, this … [Read more...]

Planning for Your Next Career

Planning for Your Next Career

Planning for your next career requires a plan! Either you plan change or you face change because you lose your job! What should you do? There is a lot of advice out there! After all everyone has an opinion and they will share it with you. They are well meaning, but it is your choice. Isn’t … [Read more...]

Money or Your Life?

Money or Your Life?

Give me your money or your life? In the interest of full disclosure, this is not a hold up! Do you have to choose?  Every personal finance expert talks about the need for a budget, reducing your debt and saving for retirement.  After forty (40) years what do you have? The Most Important … [Read more...]

5 simple ways to boost your savings

5 simple ways to boost your savings

The following is a guest post on behalf of Money Supermarket: Becoming more fiscally disciplined need not be painful. Small changes are all it takes to yield big savings over the long haul. By implementing some of these ideas, you will notice the effects right away and your bank account will grow … [Read more...]