by Savvy Ladies | Nov 16, 2009 | Blog, Budgeting
Ski season is almost, so here are some tips to get the most of your skinny skiing budget.Don’t Check Your Baggage, Compare FeesCalculate the cost of baggage fees for flying with your own equipment versus the cost of renting on-siteDon’t go Alone, The More the BetterGo...
by Savvy Ladies | Oct 6, 2009 | Blog, Debt Management
Even the most responsible borrowers slip up sometimes. Maybe a utility bill went unpaid after you moved and the missed payment went into collections. Or perhaps there are unpaid library fines or parking tickets in collections that are hanging on to your credit history...
by Stacy Francis, CFP®, CDFA | Sep 16, 2009 | Blog, Debt Management
There are so many credit cards to choose from to earn mileage points – a lot depends on your anticipated travel patterns and your preferred payment options.When reviewing your options, don’t forget to look at the small print and get a handle on the interest rate...
by Stacy Francis, CFP®, CDFA | Sep 14, 2009 | Blog, Budgeting, Stacy $avvy Advice
by Stacy Francis, CFP®, CDFAThis weekend, my family and I spent some time browsing plasma TVs at Best Buy. Strolling past walls of pulsating light and sharp-as-a-knife imagery, I was amazed at how much prices have dropped lately. In line, I was even more amazed at the...
by Stacy Francis, CFP®, CDFA | Aug 5, 2009 | Blog, Budgeting, Stacy $avvy Advice
by Stacy Francis, CFP®, CDFARecently, I received an email from one of my “Bounce Back Boot Camp” members who has difficulty planning a budget with a fluctuating income. I’ve found that uncertain incomes are a common occurrence and can make your wallet stretch...
by Stacy Francis, CFP®, CDFA | Jul 30, 2009 | Blog, Budgeting, Stacy $avvy Advice
by Stacy Francis, CFP®, CDFAAt a recent family get-together, the conversation turned to cell phones. More specifically, my sister-in-law had received a statement that morning. Stunned that she had used less than a third of the minutes she paid for, she wanted to know...
