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23 Cheap Wedding Reception Food & Drink Menu Ideas on a Budget

{ Posted on Apr 12 2011 by Casey Slide }
When my husband and I were planning our wedding, we wanted to keep it simple, elegant, and most importantly under budget. So we were a little shocked when our caterer quoted us her lowest price of $35 per person for dinner ...Read More »

Filing Taxes for Kids: Does My Child Have to File a Tax Return?

{ Posted on Apr 11 2011 by Kira Botkin }
If your kid discovered the joys of capitalism this year, raking in the dough from paper routes or pizza delivery, or receiving stocks or bonds instead of toys for their birthday, they may also get to experience the joy of ...Read More »

Financial & Health Benefits of Breastfeeding for Mother and Baby – Tips & Advice

{ Posted on Apr 07 2011 by Casey Slide }
During my son’s recent one year check up, the pediatrician talked to us about many things, such as what to introduce into his diet, what skills we should be working on, and up-coming potential vaccines. None of these came as ...Read More »

10-Step Plan for How to Start a Mobile Food Truck Business

{ Posted on Apr 07 2011 by Suzanne Kearns }
The idea of “food trucks” used to conjure images of ugly gray trucks that sold unhealthy greasy food and doled out empty calories. Boy, have times changed. Now, popular chefs, successful restaurateurs, and quirky foodies are all getting in on ...Read More »

10 Extreme Ideas to Cut the Cost of Commuting to Work

{ Posted on Apr 06 2011 by Pat S }
How much is your commute costing you? If you’re like most Americans, the amount is probably way too much. According to ABC News, the average American worker lives 16 miles away from work, and with gas prices rising (currently at around ...Read More »

CarMD Review – Automotive Vehicle Diagnostic Scan Tool to Avoid Scams

{ Posted on Apr 04 2011 by Erik Folgate }
You take your car in for routine maintenance and the mechanic comes back saying that the car has about five different issues you weren’t expecting. You want to believe that they are telling you the truth, but mechanics in general ...Read More »

How to Prepare for Phone Interview Questions – Etiquette, Tips & Tricks

{ Posted on Apr 04 2011 by Casey Slide }
I have a good friend who is currently in an entry-level position for a major corporation. She loves her job, and she does it very well. Her boss knew she wanted to move up in the company and encouraged her to apply ...Read More »

Buying a House with Cash – Pros and Cons

{ Posted on Apr 04 2011 by Pat S }
Picture this: You find the perfect house, forgo the bank and the associated mortgage paperwork, and break out your checkbook to purchase a home outright. While paying cash for a home is a still a far-fetched dream for many people,  it’s actually ...Read More »

What Is Inflation Definition – Causes of Inflation Rate and How to Fight the Effects

{ Posted on Mar 24 2011 by Pat S }
In 1980 in the United States – just over 30 years ago – a new home in this country cost an average of $76,000, and the median income was $17,710 per year. Compare that to 2011, when even after the ...Read More »

Planning Group Vacation Travel Ideas on a Budget – Pros & Cons to Consider

{ Posted on Mar 24 2011 by Casey Slide }
It is starting to feel like spring across most of the U.S., and now is the time to start planning your summer vacation if you haven’t done so already. My friends and I are discussing various options for group travel, ...Read More »