This is part of a new series on Investments. Focus on Investments will explore investments basics in a simple and easy to understand manner. This week we talk about Cash and Cash Alternatives. When I first learned that cash and cash alternatives were a class of investment, all I could say was who knew? I […]
Focus on Investment Basics: Cash and Cash Alternatives 101
Focus on Investment Basics: Bonds 101
This begins a new series on Investments. Focus on Investments will explore investments basics in a simple and easy to understand manner. We will start the series off with Bonds. Bonds are an often overlooked part of many investment portfolios. Unlike stocks, bonds are neither considered to be exciting nor are they likely to be […]
A Roadmap for Women Planning for Retirement
Women are in a unique position when it comes to saving for retirement. Here are a few tips to get you on the right road. Save for your Retirement First, Children’s College Later- Studies show women consistently save for there children’s education well before they start to save for their retirement. As opposed to men […]
How to Make the Most Money Out of Selling Clothes and Toys
No one will argue that raising children can be very expensive. Their needs are many and their wants… well, let’s just say that there’s certainly no shortage there. Parents are always on the lookout for ways to save money. Still, they like to dress their children nicely and provide them with a few good toys. […]
Smart Ways to Start Saving for Your Summer Holidays
Summer is fast approaching. Everyone wants a chance to get away at least once over the summer months. What will you do to save on your expenses? The simple fact of the matter is that many of us spend more than we’d like on taking our family on holiday because we don’t take the time […]