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teaching kids the value of a dollar

Do your kids understand the value of money? Do they know that it takes hard work to earn the money you use to keep a roof over their heads and put food on the table? One thing I wanted to be sure my kids understood was that money isn't easy to come by. If you want something, you will have to work for it. So, what are the best ways to teach your kids the true value of a dollar? My blog is all about teaching kids of all ages about hard work and how it pays off. Hopefully, you will find everything here useful and can help your child learn that with a little hard work, anything is possible.

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3 Reasons Why A Payday Loan Might Actually Be A Good Idea

20 November 2015
 Categories: Finance & Money, Blog

If you listen to traditional financial wisdom, payday loans are usually something to be avoided due to the high-interest rates that are involved. That said, while traditional financial wisdom might work well for most people, it can't always account for every individual financial situation that a person might encounter in their life. In some cases, payday loans can be a much-needed lifeline for people when there aren't many other options available. Read More …

Behind On Bills: Which Loans Should You Let Go?

18 November 2015
 Categories: Finance & Money, Blog

If you've recently fallen behind on some of your monthly bills and see no income increases in your near future, you may wonder whether there are any options that can allow you to preserve your credit rating while offloading certain debts. You may also be weighing the consequences of not paying certain bills to determine which payments should be prioritized. While stopping payment on certain debts can provide you with the financial breathing room you need, there may be some unexpected consequences. Read More …

4 Huge Mistakes To Avoid When Posting Bail

16 November 2015
 Categories: Finance & Money, Blog

Most people don't ever anticipate getting into a situation where they need to post bail--either for themselves or on behalf of somebody else. Unfortunately, mistakes happen. Life happens. As such, it's helpful to know both what to do and what not to do in the event that you ever need to post bail in order to get out of jail until a court date. Specifically, there are some big mistakes you'll want to avoid when it comes to posting bail through a bail bonding agency. Read More …

5 Benefits Of Online Banking

16 November 2015
 Categories: Finance & Money, Blog

These days, it seems like everything is moving to the cloud. With fast and effective computers, tablets, and smartphones, this trend makes sense. With online banking, you can enjoy all of the benefits of modern technology in addition to more perks. Here are 5 benefits of online banking: Tracking If you have ever been stuck in an area without your preferred bank, you know the frustration of not being able to get an update on your finances. Read More …

What To Watch For When Selling Your Scrap Gold

10 November 2015
 Categories: Finance & Money, Blog

Buying scrap jewelry and junk gold from consumers has come to represent big money for a number of different business models. From pawn shops to coin dealers and jewelry stores, it's hard to drive through most cities without passing several signs advertising the service. If you choose to sell off your scrap gold to one of these buyers there are a few facts you need to be aware of first, so that you can be sure you're getting the right price for the weight in gold you're selling. Read More …