moneysaving tips: Don't Sweat the Small Stuff: How to Save Big on Smaller Expenses - 08/27/12 02:39 AM
Small costs can add up. 
For example, when renovating your home, a quick paint touch-up or new curtains may not seem like much money, but as the projects start piling up, you could be spending thousands of dollars.
You can find ways to save on seemingly cheap expenses that, in the long run, will amount to a large chunk of change. Eating out for lunch every day, for example, adds up extremely quickly, so packing your lunch is a great way to lower your food budget.  
Here are 3 ways you can keep lunch costs low: 
1. Ditch the deli: … (3 comments)

moneysaving tips: Starting Over Your Savings Account - 08/22/12 12:35 AM
Struggles happen. Unpredicted losses such as unemployment, losing a spouse or an unexpected illness can drain away your savings for retirement or a home. 
How do you start over when an emergency situation arises? 
Here are 3 steps to start rebuilding your savings:
1. Set a budget: Allocate where your money should go and reduce the amount of money you spend. The less you spend, the more you can put back in your savings. 
2. Get rid of debt: Ongoing debt makes it impossible to set money aside. Pay off owed money as soon as possible. If you have a mortgage, … (5 comments)

moneysaving tips: Teach Your Child to Save for a Home - 08/08/12 02:10 AM
 
How many times have you tried to explain to your child that money doesn’t grow on trees? Many of us out there may worry about the financial future of our kids, and as real estate professionals you know how important finances are to a family’s future.
How will they save up the money to buy a house and pay a mortgage if they don’t understand the value of a dollar?
Well, remember, you can teach them that, and the experts say start early.
Be up front with your children when they are young to instill good saving and spending habits. … (7 comments)

moneysaving tips: 6 Things You Can Do Now To Save Money On Your Tax Bill - 01/26/11 06:27 AM
Don’t you wish that you could just push taxes to the back of your mind and deal with them at the end of the year? Actually, that’s exactly what most taxpayers do. Which is why they end up overpaying their share of the tax burden. 
If you'd rather save that money, there are simple habits you can start now to reduce your year-end tax bill. My colleague and tax expert Eva Rosenberg has compiled a list of six easy (really!) tips you can work on right now. Be smart without being obsessive about your taxes, and you'll be surprised at what a difference … (4 comments)

 
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