Is your child “ready” for college? The freshman year of college is not solely about exploring academic inclinations, meeting new friends and discovering professional potential. In most cases, college is the time when your kid actually learns to manage money on his own. College or university might as well be the time when your child […]
Do I Need to Deduct Taxes for My Nanny?
Good quality child care for your children is something all parents strive for. For many parents, hiring a nanny is the path they choose to get the quality childcare they are looking for. But, the financial implications of hiring a household employee can be complicated! One of the most common questions folks that have a […]
Should You Give Your Kids an Allowance?
It’s time to talk about the age old question for parents: should you give your kids an allowance? I am participating in a “kids allowance debate,” and I’ll be arguing that you should give your kids an allowance. The matching article that argues that you should NOT give your kids and allowance can be found […]
Moving to Oregon!
Ireland Frugal Travel – Killarney to Cork
Today is the warmest day we’ve had thus far at 26 degrees Celsius, that’s almost 79 Fahrenheit. Ross Castle – Kilarney Ireland We started our day in Killarney at the Ross Castle. Ross is actually Gaelic for peninsula, so no one named Ross ever lived in the castle. It was actually inhabited by O’Donoghue and […]
How to Be Smart When Planning a Family Reunion
When your favorite aunt calls you up and says it’s been far too long since the whole family last got together, you earnestly agree that a family reunion is in order. Then, she and your mom consult and name you head of the planning committee. This you agree to less eagerly. Planning any group event […]
The Second Biggest Financial Mistake You Can Make
We all know that the biggest financial mistake you can make is not saving for retirement. You’ve probably read that hundreds of times. If you’re here reading this blog, then I think we are safe to assume you are at least somewhat financially savvy and are saving for retirement. Now that we have that out […]
How to Childproof Your Home on a Budget
How to Discuss Finances With Aging Parents
Discussing finances with your aging parents may be difficult. In fact, there is data to indicate that many people think it is. Seventy percent of people report that they have difficulty discussing with their family who will handle finances if older parents lose their ability to manage finances. The issue is widespread. Sometimes, older parents […]
