
How to Budget Charitable Giving
Donating to charity is not easy when finances already feel tight. Between medical expenses, college loans, car payments and rent, it can be hard to find room to give no matter how much you want to contribute to a good cause. But ...

Fun Ways to Make Money in Retirement
There’s an old saying that if you love what you do, you’ll never work a day in your life. With retirement on the horizon, you’ve already put in your lifetime of work and find yourself ready to kick back and do what you love ...

How to Budget for Your First Home
Homeownership is an exciting achievement, but it’s also a huge responsibility. Entering into home-ownership when you’re ready is more important than doing so right away. Starting off on the right foot can positively impact ...

How to Stay Motivated When You Don’t Want to Work Out
Staying motivated to work out can be difficult, especially during short winter days. If you’re struggling to stick to your fitness plan, be sure to follow these tips and tricks for making exercise a part of your daily routine.
Have ...

How to Volunteer Virtually
For those who are willing and able to give back, volunteering for various good causes can be a rewarding and even life-changing experience. While the idea of volunteering conjures images of outdoor activities and large crowds, ...

3 Creative Ideas for Your Vacation Photos
After taking a vacation, you return home with more photos than you know what to do with. If you’re looking for a new way to show these photos to your loved ones, try your hand at one of these creative ideas.
Make a photo map
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4 Tips for Decluttering Your Closet
Are the contents of your closet spilling out? Do you find yourself struggling to find what you need when you are getting ready for work? Do you dislike most of your clothing options? Sounds like it’s time for some closet care. ...

The Finances of Paying Your Own Salary
As an entrepreneur, you’ve probably considered and calculated a myriad of expenses, including the cost of inventory, rent, utilities, shipping and equipment. But have you considered how much you’ll be paid for your time and ...

Picking A Representative Payee
Handing over the rights to your Social Security or Supplemental Security Income benefits isn’t easy to do. But, just like millions of people, you may need help handling your monthly bills and health expenses, especially if your ...

Saving Energy in Warmer Weather
When the sweltering heat of summer hits its peak, you’ll be tempted to run your air conditioning nonstop. Doing so causes your electricity bill to skyrocket, unfortunately; unless you want your bank account to drain all season, ...
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