Are you feeling a little pain at the gas pump? Chances are the answer to that is YES. According to AAA, the national average of regular gas is up over 60% from this time last year. With gas prices rising significantly, filling up the gas tank ... READ MORE
Category: Home Management, Money Matters, WORK & LIFE
If you receive a tax refund this year, it may be tempting to spend it on new electronics, a vacation or some other luxury item. Before rushing to the car dealership, furniture store or shopping center, take a moment to reflect on your financial ... READ MORE
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If one of your New Year’s resolutions is planning to simplify your life and deal with clutter, then here are some tips to get you started. Many people keep every bill, receipt and financial statement because they are afraid to throw anything ... READ MORE
Category: Home Management, Money Matters, Relationships & Family, WORK & LIFE
Emergency savings can help cover expenses Building an emergency savings fund is a difficult but necessary task for many families. Having an emergency savings fund may be the most important distinction between those who manage to stay afloat ... READ MORE
Category: Home Management, Money Matters, WORK & LIFE
At some point in their lives, parents and adult children will face the challenge of having a financial discussion about issues associated with potential chronic illness, disability, mental incapacity or death. Rationally, we may know that the ... READ MORE
Category: Home Management, Money Matters, Relationships & Family, UF/IFAS Extension, WORK & LIFE