Are CDs Obsolete?

Posted by Jill

Once upon a time, Certificates of Deposit (CDs) were a great way to put away money for a fixed period of time. A CD ladder could help you get the overall best interest rate by locking in funds for longer amounts of time while still giving you access to portions of your cash every month [...]

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How Much Does a Funeral Cost?

Posted by Guest Author

A loved one dying is always difficult and the stress can be overwhelming. Despite your grief you will probably find yourself asking, “How much does a funeral cost?” You may have life insurance to cover funeral expenses, but average funeral costs are still pretty steep. Researching the costs before planning your loved one’s funeral will [...]

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Bags Fly Free on Delta

Posted by Madison

Delta to the rescue! Just in time for our flights later this summer, Delta is offering free bags when you use their Platinum Delta SkyMiles American Express credit card. Since we have 7 people in our party, we’re going to save $350 with this week’s Free Money Friday offer! How to Get Your Free Bags [...]

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Six months after getting our Ooma phone, we’re still loving it! A reader, ElleX asked: Madison, how do you like Ooma? Did you keep your landline number? I want to rid myself of a landline phone so I am very interested in your results. To answer ElleX’s questions, here’s our Ooma review! Ooma Review Our [...]

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We got engaged, we took the plunge, and we survived! My husband and I are now happily married, and have settled back into our home in Houston, TX. I am now contentedly sitting back, enjoying all of the free time that has crept back into my schedule. You know what else I am enjoying? All [...]

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