Money
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10 Unusual Ways to Invest in Your Family’s Future
As a parent, you pride yourself on your dedication to providing for your family. So how are you planning for the future – paying off debts, funding college, retiring comfortably, and leaving a good chunk of cash as a parting gift? You may already have maxed out your Roth IRA and 401(k) contributions for this tax year, but there are plenty of other ways to grow your money – and they aren’t all traditional! Read on to discover ten of the most unusual ways to invest in your family’s future! 1. Buy wine. If you can find a particularly sought-after vintage for a decent price, grab it and…
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4 Steps to Getting Your Home Shiny and Happy!
This year I’ve been on a mission to get our home decluttered and organized. I’ve read several books that recommend steps for getting and keeping your home organized and drop-by ready. I’ve had more than my share of situations where friends and neighbors stop-by and I have to apologize for the state of the house and I was tired of that. Don’t get me wrong, life happens, houses get messy (and dirty) but I wanted a home that would be 1) happy 2) organized and 3) peaceful. I find when I have less clutter I feel more at peace in my home. How about you? Are you affected emotionally when the house is disorganized and messy? Here are some…
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The Extended Stopover – How To See More of the World Without Spending More!
For many years now, my family has been enjoying the benefits of the EXTENDED STOPOVER and assumed everyone knew about it. But as I have been chatting more and more about our travels recently, I realize that very few people know about this awesome travel benefit. So here it is – one of my best travel tips! What is an extended stopover? I am sure most everyone has had to do a stopover (also known as a flight connection) on their way to their final destination. Your luggage is checked through to your final destination, you exit the aircraft, transfer gates, wait for your next flight, and then off you go to…
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Book Review :: Influencer Marketing for Dummies
When I created dandelion moms about three years ago I was pretty green to the whole world of influencer marketing and blogger world. There have been some growing pains along the way and the landscape is constantly changing, but I feel I have more knowledge of what it means to be an influencer and the importance of staying true to your voice and message. One of the aspects of the job that has surprised me is how many companies (and individuals) don’t respect that for many bloggers their blogs are a main source of income and would consider it their full-time job. Not all of us do this full time…
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Tips for a Gorgeous Garden All Year Long
To add some much needed vigor to your garden and keep it looking great throughout the year, follow these quick and easy steps. Image found on Flickr by Sumriana Babyana Lawn maintenance With your lawn perhaps taking up most of the back yard space, it’s important to keep it looking healthy and full of vitality. Always start by removing any weeds and dead grass using a metal rake. Next you can take steps to improve drainage which is recommended at least twice per year. With a garden fork, create holes across the surface of your lawn, leaving a 10 cm gap between each one. Next add a mixture of soil…
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Saving Money Over the Holidays (it is possible)
Photo credit: BMB Photography I love a good deal. I think that is why I tend to do my holiday shopping throughout the year. If I find something on sale that I think a family member or friend might like, and it is on sale, I get super happy. I love finding just the perfect gift and when it is discounted – even better. This also goes for shopping for our family’s essentials like paper products (paper towels, napkins, paper cups, etc.), personal products and cleaning supplies. When you buy everyday essentials in bulk it can save your family a lot of money throughout the year. This holiday season, Sam’s Club is helping shoppers maximize every dollar…
