For a long time, it seemed like PayPal was the primary way to electronically transfer money to your friends. Nowadays, there are a lot of different companies offering what seems like a similar service. So which one should you use? PayPal PayPal is sort of the old standard, the money transfer system that lots of people are familiar with. PayPal gives you a couple different ways to transfer money, which is what makes PayPal a smart choice for … [Read more...]
How to hide a purchase from your husband
In researching MLMs, Multi-Level Marketing companies, I've come across a very concerning trend: sellers encouraging purchasers to hide their purchases from their spouses. (Typically, women hiding purchases from their husbands.) Obviously, this benefits the seller - get the purchaser to spend a whole bunch of money. Who cares if it doesn't fit the family budget? The seller doesn't care - they just want to make more money.Sellers will offer … [Read more...]
How to Talk with Your Parents about Aging and Death
Getting older is just a part of life. As you get older, so do your parents. Eventually, your parents might start needing help. While many children tend to think that the most awkward conversation they have with their parents is about the birds and the bees, having to talk about aging and death can be pretty awkward as well. Still, it is a crucial conversation to have. … [Read more...]
Parent Teen Time: Budget-Friendly Things You Can Both Enjoy Doing Together
Having teenage children is always going to bring new challenges as they start to take that step from childhood and into the realms of becoming a young adult. But despite the fact that they might sometimes seem to want to shun your attention, you can still find things to do that give you some quality time together.Here is a look at some suitable activities to share together that won’t break the bank, including finding a way to get them to open … [Read more...]
Beach Weddings on a Budget: Simply Stunning Strategies for Stretching Your Dollar
Planning a beach or outdoor wedding isn't always seamless, but you can still have a beautiful wedding day, even if Mother Nature decides to bring rain your way. Here are some tips on how to plan a beach wedding on limited finances, and still make it stunning for everyone.Choosing a Beach Wedding DressBear in mind that you won’t want the same style wedding dress for the beach that you would want for a formal church wedding. Choose … [Read more...]