How to Have a Budget-Friendly March in Three Simple Steps
- Caleb
- March 2, 2015
New year well underway and your Christmas bills still on your mind? It may be time to take control of your budget before the year gets any further on. Getting on top of your good money habits now will serve you well as the year progresses and set you up for financial success; hopefully you’ll […]
Read MoreFirst Time Home Buyers: 9 Big Costs To Budget For
- Caleb
- February 4, 2015
Moving into a new property is one of the most exciting adventures of life. But, it’s also one of the most demanding and expensive. If you think that the costs associated with a new house stop at paying your deposit and mortgage instalments, you are sadly wrong. In fact, there are a number of important […]
Read MoreTaking Better Care of Your Roof and Saving Money
- Caleb
- December 18, 2014
- Home
Your roof is a critical element to your home because it keeps the weather out and the comfortable temperature in year round. Let it go a while without routine maintenance, and you could be looking at unnecessary energy costs and repair bills. This is why you should take the time regularly to inspect your roof […]
Read MoreTop College Scholarship Opportunities
- Caleb
- December 10, 2014
Applying for colleges is stressful enough without the added pressure of figuring out the financial logistics. With college tuition steadily increasing, more and more students are finding themselves in a financial predicament. While many students give up altogether, under the impression they cannot afford college, there are scholarship opportunities available that can ease the financial […]
Read MoreWhy it’s Smart to Take Care of Your Back
- Caleb
- December 5, 2014
Often, a person’s back is the most neglected area of the body until it’s just too late. Pain in your extremities is more noticeable because you can “see” what’s hurting– if your hand hurts, you not only feel it, but often look at it. By contrast, most people rarely pay attention to their back or […]
Read More5 Tips for Setting a Realistic Budget and Sticking to it!
- Caleb
- November 21, 2014
- Budgeting
There are many reasons why the mention of the word ‘budget’ sends people into a cold sweat, but budgets by themselves are not the enemy. If you’re having trouble sticking to your budget and your financial goals are wobbling a little off track, you might be interested in these tips for setting a realistic budget […]
Read MoreEasy Ways To Make Money From Home
- Caleb
- November 21, 2014
The number of job postings remains low, and consequently unemployment statistics are still high. Because of this many people are choosing more unconventional ways to make money or to boost their existing income. For some, being able to earn money without leaving home is an attractive idea. You may have a young family to look […]
Read MoreMoney Saving Decorating Tips
- Caleb
- October 21, 2014
While it is nice to give your home a fresh layer of paint or a revamp, as decorating can be quite expensive the thought of it understandably fills many people with dread. If you are one of these people, then take stock that you are not alone. However, as you will see from the following […]
Read MoreCutting Down on Water Bills is a No-brainer with These Quick Methods
- Caleb
- October 5, 2014
- Home
Although water bills can often work out as less expensive than other utility bills, they can still be surprisingly high. It’s important to try to cut down on water bills, both to save money and to be kinder toward the environment. With gas and electricity bills, you can often switch provider to cut down on […]
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