I got a weird phone call the other day. I thought it was a spam call, but decided to listen anyway. It was a call from my electric company saying that my account was past due and it gave me the option to pay by phone. Clearly, I did not choose the pay-by-phone option, as …
As we are coming to the end of the year, a lot of charities have really put on the push to get your donation dollars. Additionally, it’s Breast Cancer Awareness month, which also brings out the call for donations and purchases. I think donating to charity is an important part of your budget. (Of course, …
One of the things I like to do while working out or puttering around the house is listen to podcasts. One of my favorites is Stuff You Missed in History Class, who recently put out a two part episode on Redlining. As described by the Justice Department, “‘Redlining’ is the discriminatory practice by banks or …
I have yet to hear Christmas music in the store, but I’ve started to see commercials. The holiday season is quickly approaching. Are you ready? Every year, I say that I am going to set aside money every month so that I have money to buy little gifts for everyone I want to treat at …