At the rate they grow, a kids' clothing budget can get way out of control. It doesn't have to, though. Here are three ways to clothe your kids without going broke. View post

Estimated mortgage payments listed on popular websites can be very misleading. Mortgage payments consist of a lot more than just principal and interest. View post

To get where you want to be financially, you will need to set some goals for yourself. However, not all goals are created equally. The actual goal that you set has a great affect on whether or not you will be able to achieve it. Here are 5 keys for setting financial goals that you can actually accomplish. View post

Federal tax laws are so complicated that most people outsource tax preparation and have little understanding of how it all works. Do you know how your taxes are calculated? Or the difference between a credit and a deduction? It's your hard-earned money and your government, so you really should. View post

The most powerful tool you have for accomplishing your financial goals isn’t what you think it is. It’s not your income. It’s something that everyone has equal access to, regardless of job, education, or expenses. And once you harness it, you will be unstoppable. View post

Once you start setting aside money for college, the next step is deciding how to invest it. Here are several of the common investment options and the different kinds of fees associated with them. View post

Taxes are a huge part of our lives as American citizens. However, there’s a lot of confusion when it comes to taxes. After all, the Federal Tax Code has about 3 million more words than the Bible. There are a lot of myths floating around regarding taxes, and it can be hard to separate fact from fiction. Here are some common beliefs regarding taxes and the truth behind them: View post

This is the story of a real life couple and the simple changes that they made in their financial life that transformed their marriage and family.  View post

This Valentine's Day, skip the flowers and chocolate and give your wife what she really wants. View post

Most suggestions for cutting back on expenses also drastically cut back on your lifestyle, like giving up restaurants and new clothes. Is it possible to reduce your expenses without altering your lifestyle? Yes, it is. And it's a lot easier than you think.View post