Category: Money Matters
$ave! Tips 9 & 10
9. Create a “Cheap Fun Club” With Friends If you’re trying to save money, it can be disheartening when friends invite you to things that you don’t want to spend money on. Instead, be proactive,… Read More
America Saves Week: from the Vault…
Retirement Planning
$ave! Tips 7 & 8
7. Change Your Living Situation Yes, this is a big change – but it also has big financial rewards. If you have extra space in your house, try renting out a room, either permanently or… Read More
America Saves Week: from the Vault…
You and your family need to set goals and establish a plan for earning, saving, and spending money. Lack of planning may lead to serious difficulties. Planned spending is the first step for solving family… Read More
$ave! Tips 5 & 6
5. Vow to Reuse, Repair, and Repurpose Instead of Buying New Every time you think about buying something new, ask yourself – do you really need it, or can you make do with something you… Read More
2013 America Saves Challenge
Extension Small Steps to Health a Wealth – 2013 America Saves Challenge The Cooperative Extension system is launching an online challenge called “2013 America Saves Challenge.” This free five-week program, open to anyone who enrolls… Read More
$ave! Tips 3 & 4
3. Check If You’re Being Over-Serviced It’s easy to “set it and forget it,” paying the same bills every month. This week, take a look at your regular services – are you using all of… Read More
$ave! Tips 1 & 2
1. Track Your Spending, and Make a Budget Understanding where your money is going is the best way to start saving, which is why your first step is to make a budget. It might be… Read More
10 Ways to $ave
10 Ways to Save $100 During America Saves Week By Meg Favreau, Senior Editor of personal finance blog Wise Bread. Money is like a cake. When you get that delicious dessert, it can be tempting… Read More