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My brother (left), father (center), myself (right) I share these frugal tips from my father with pride. My father is the most frugal...

My wife forgot her cup of water on the way out the door. She didn't realize it until it was too late when we were well on our way to our...

“Why would you spend $59 on a fantasy football championship ring?” That’s how it starts. One purchase your spouse doesn’t agree with, and...

43% of Americans experience a monthly income swing of 25% or greater . This is income volatility. Income swings can come from irregular...

February 3rd, 2025 Update In 2024, a mere 43 pounds of fentanyl were seized at America's northern border. On a percentage basis, Canada...

Early in my friend’s marriage, his wife insisted they purchase an elliptical machine. Just a cool grand for the promise of staying in...

My wife and I use Tiller to manage our own personal finances, and we love it! Here are three reasons why: 1. Time saver! We have far too...

Note: As of January 10th, 2025, the IRS free tax filing software is available for those who qualify. Click here for details. Table of...

Building a spending plan with your spouse is not only about managing finances; it's about creating a shared vision for your future,...

Military spouse Heidi Clemons AFC® MQFP® and her husband As a new military spouse, I would often talk about some of the challenges we...

Price complexity leads to consumer overspending The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) issued a new report  that suggests...

No, I am not trying to sell or lease you an electric vehicle (EV). And no, I do not have an affiliate relationship with anyone that has...

The holiday season is a time for joy but can also be stressful, especially when managing holiday shopping. Working together as a team can...

Money Quotes: Saving and Budgeting “Do not save what is left after spending, but spend what is left after saving.” – Warren Buffett “A...

There are many reasons why grocery prices are still higher than four years ago and will remain that way. High grocery prices are a...

Updated: 10/28/24 Our goal is to empower couples to manage money and the home as a team. There are certainly personal finance...

Combining bank accounts with your partner before tying the knot is a significant decision with benefits and considerations. This blog...

Tax Filing Basics for Couples [Updated] Answers to 13 common tax questions Updated: 10/22/25 Table of Contents NEW: Click here to skip...

The new high cost of food is frustrating for families like mine. Food price rises of late are not meaningful, but that doesn’t change the...

Buying a different vehicle can be challenging in a marriage, especially when one spouse isn't excited about it. Over the years, Hope and...