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Mastering Your Money Once & For All

February 22, 2019 by Dawn McAlexander

Mastering Your Money Once & For All

We all struggle with finances from time to time, and part of the reason for that is that it is so hard to know what’s the best thing to do at times. Regardless, you will need to make sure that you can find a way to make your finances work, and that is something that can be very hard to get right in itself. However, as long as you are happy to make some basic changes to how you … [Read more...] about Mastering Your Money Once & For All

Tips To Help You Make Money, Save Money and Not Waste It #sponsored

June 6, 2013 by Dawn McAlexander

Money ~   Considering money makes the world go round, it’s always a good idea to ensure we have as much of it as possible; for we wouldn’t want it to stop spinning. ;) With this in mind, here are a few tips to ensure we make money, save money and don’t waste money! … [Read more...] about Tips To Help You Make Money, Save Money and Not Waste It #sponsored

Simple Ways To Teach Your Children About Money Management #ad

April 4, 2013 by Dawn McAlexander

Money and Kids ~   In a world where consumerism is becoming an increasingly worrisome habit, it is important to instill healthy money-spending practices in your children so that they don't get caught in a downward financial spiral when they're older. Don't let this worry you too much though, because there are a few simple things that you as a parent can do to teach … [Read more...] about Simple Ways To Teach Your Children About Money Management #ad

How To Save Money On Family Entertainment

November 26, 2012 by Dawn McAlexander

How To Save Money On Family Entertainment ~ Entertainment costs are higher than they used to be, but a big night out is still worth the price. Live music, great dinners and movies with the family or with friends create the kind of good feeling that lasts for a while. Even with the economy in its current state, you can maintain these important events as a part of your life. … [Read more...] about How To Save Money On Family Entertainment

Buying Used Can Be The Wisest Move

October 1, 2012 by Dawn McAlexander

Buying Used Can Be The Wisest Move ~ A costly mistake many people make with their finances is buying everything new. If you make this your habit, you could be suffocating beneath a pile of unnecessary monthly bills very quickly. The way to get ahead financially and stay ahead is to budget well. This often means delaying high-dollar purchases for new items and instead … [Read more...] about Buying Used Can Be The Wisest Move

LifeLock: Identity Fraud Protection #spon

September 29, 2012 by Dawn McAlexander

This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of LifeLock Twitter for SocialSpark. All opinions are 100% mine. We have all heard the stories. Someone gets their identity stolen and their bank account is cleaned out. Maybe that person's credit is even ruined. This can happen in such a short amount of time of no one ever expects it. You don't think it can happen to you, but … [Read more...] about LifeLock: Identity Fraud Protection #spon

5 Ways To Get Money For College

September 22, 2012 by Dawn McAlexander

5 Ways To Get Money For College ~ I don't know how many of you have children that will be going to college soon, but I know that I earned my college degree as an adult and it wasn't cheap. My daughter is also currently in early college and it will soon be very expensive when she goes off to a university. But don't stress too much. There are lots of ways to get help with all … [Read more...] about 5 Ways To Get Money For College

Why Regular Budget Updates Can Help With Your Finances #sponsored

July 4, 2012 by Dawn McAlexander

In these tough economic times, many people are uncertain what the best financial decisions are for their family. In particular, the older population may not have everything that they need to get them securely through retirement. Sadly, many may have to change the lifestyles they have grown accustomed to, just to make it day to day. However, with some smart decisions and some … [Read more...] about Why Regular Budget Updates Can Help With Your Finances #sponsored

Save Money On Car Insurance In 3 Easy Steps {Sponsored Post}

May 30, 2012 by Dawn McAlexander

Save Money On Car Insurance ~ Gaining cheap car insurance does not mean that you have to opt for barely any protection. There are a number of companies offering affordable fully comprehensive insurance. The trick is gaining those cheap quotes and here are the steps to take. … [Read more...] about Save Money On Car Insurance In 3 Easy Steps {Sponsored Post}

Simple Ways To Save Money {Guest Post by B and V Savings}

May 25, 2012 by Dawn McAlexander

Simple Tips To Save Money – A guest post by B and V Savings So you want to save money, but have no idea where to start? No matter what stage of life you’re at, saving money should be a priority; regardless if you are a college student, unemployed, or a family trying to stretch your budget, it can be a daunting task if you don’t know where to start. So here are the best … [Read more...] about Simple Ways To Save Money {Guest Post by B and V Savings}

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