Northern Poconos Real Estate News
Overspending is easy to do with a credit card – way too easy – and can often lead to debt.
Researchers have found that even for people who don’t carry a balance each month on their credit card, they overspend when using a credit card instead of cash. Credit cards can make people more willing to spend twice as much for something than they would when using cash.
A simple solution can be to keep your credit cards out of your wallet or purse so that you don’t conveniently have them at hand when you...
Your purse or wallet can be more than just a place to pull your money out of so you can spend it. It can also store a few things to remind you to use less money, or at least use it well.
Here are five things to keep in your wallet that can help you use your money well:
CashIf you follow the rule of only spending the amount of cash you have on you, then you’ll never have to pay credit card late fees or interest rates on charges, or pay to withdraw your money from an ATM not connected to your ban...
When it comes to creating your own monthly budget, sometimes planning is easier than the practice. Keeping track of finances can be tricky, but, with a few guidelines and time, you can take charge of your bank account once and for all.
Adopt a weekly allowanceParents offer their children an allowance to teach them about saving money, and the same principles can be applied to your own spending as an adult. Set aside a specific amount for treats and other nonessential expenditures, and vow t...
Insurance is necessary to protect you from financial ruin, but it can be expensive. If you own a home and a vehicle, you might be able to save a substantial amount of money by bundling your policies with one carrier. Many insurance companies offer discounts of 20 percent or more to customers who purchase both auto and homeowners policies. Savings depend on the company and the location. In some circumstances, however, bundling is not the best move.
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Disney World in Orlando, Florida, is an iconic vacation spot not only for American families, but globally too. Children, teens, and adults of all ages enjoy Disney, but not their prices if you’re on a budget. If you’re looking to spend less on your next Disney excursion, follow these money-saving tips!
The sticker price of Walt Disney World trips
There are a lot of factors that go into calculating the cost of a Disney trip. Flights, hotel, meal plans, and tickets are all a variable. A family...
According to the latest statistics, right now is a great time to put your home on the market. In many areas, homeowners are fielding multiple offers within hours or days of going live on the MLS. How can you ensure that your home will be greeted warmly by buyers in your area? Often, it only takes a little bit of outlay to create big results when it’s time to market your property.
According to the National Association of Realtors’ Remodeling Impact Report, it’s not always the expensive upgrade...
One of the biggest responsibilities a child—or a family—can take on is adopting a dog as a pet.
Feeding, walking, grooming and cleaning up after a dog are daily responsibilities that everyone can do, and will also help teach children how to take care of something they love. For parents, however, there’s the extra task of paying for all the costs associated with the dog.
Here are some of the primary expenses of owning a dog that a family should consider before bringing one home:
Upfront FeesAdop...
