Recent Money Blog | Budgets PostsRecession Planningby Debbie Vasen23 May 2008 12:01 PMI was talking to a friend this week who is very worried about the economy. She is a stay-at-home mom and they rely entirely on her husband's income. Recently there have been lay-offs at his workplace, so they are incredibly worried about their financial stability. Wow... Times Are Toughby Debbie Vasen12 May 2008 05:47 PMYou simply cannot pick up a paper without some headline about the real estate market's bursting bubble, the failing economy, gas price increases or worse. Basically, as the media presents it, our nation's finances are in the pits. No wonder so many of us are also feeling squeezed. List of Financial Goalsby Debbie Vasen29 Feb 2008 10:21 AMAs I was writing yesterday's blog entry on setting your financial priorities, I started thinking about all the different financial goals we might have. I thought it would be helpful to list some, and invite my readers to add any more in the comments. To Buy a Home or Notby Debbie Vasen10 Dec 2007 09:34 PMIs it financially better to own a home or rent? This is an interesting question. Let's put it to the test. To truly compare, let's look at the benefits and costs of each one. Then you will have to balance these out with your own individual goals and priorities. A Financial Planner to Save the Marriageby Debbie Vasen21 Nov 2007 09:11 AMFollowing along with the rest of my blogs this week, I wanted to also visit another option for money fighting. If your relationship is having some serious financial disagreements, it may be time to call in a third party. How to Fight About Moneyby Debbie Vasen19 Nov 2007 05:10 PMFight, you say?! Yes, it is true... all couples fight and all fight over money. Especially during the holidays, money is usually being tapped and emotional tensions are higher. This combination can make for some serious blow ups. Being able to discuss money is critical in all relationships. Organizing your Filesby Debbie Vasen13 Nov 2007 09:35 PMPart of good money management is staying organized. Do you have a good filing cabinet? If not, head to your local store or yard sale, buy yourself a sturdy filing cabinet and some good files - and let's get organized! Keeping track of old bills, receipts, warranties, product information, etc. Budgeting Is Emotionalby Miriam Caldwell29 Oct 2007 08:13 PMAre you truly ready to make the changes you need to with your finances? Let's face it, it is not easy to change your money habits. Often your spending habits affect more than just your pocketbook. You may eat out to spend time with friends and family or simply because you are too tired to cook. Money Discussionsby Debbie Vasen21 Oct 2007 07:23 PMDiscussing money as a couple is a complicated matter, but it is something you should find the time to do regularly and often. In addition to a habitual weekly money meeting, you should also consider a semi-annual money "retreat. Determining your Money Goalsby Debbie Vasen18 Oct 2007 09:17 PMWhen you first get married you don't typically choose a mate because you share the same money goals. Once the passion shifts and reality sets in though, you do learn that coming together in a marriage means coming together financially. Recent Blog Comments |
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