Free money? Seems to good to be true but when it comes to funding your child’s education it can be reality. Colleges control over 95% of the money that students receive every year. Apply to at least 10 schools: We have students apply to 10, get into 6 then leverage one school versus another. Go back and visit your top…read more →
The year’s end is hectic between the holidays, parties and kids being home from school. It’s easy to get off track during the 4th quarter. Follow these 6 tips and with a little time and effort your 2019 finances will be more organized and less stressful. Organize your paperwork: It’s hard to feel in control when you can’t find anything. …read more →
If there’s one place I love to visit it is ‘old country’, Sicily that is. If there is one destination that is ‘bucket list worthy’ it is Sicily. Taormina: Sicily’s greatest resort, Taormina was built on a cliff overlooking the Ionian Sea. With great shopping and panoramic views of the sea and Mount Etna, Taormina is a must for Sicily visitors….read more →
If your parents are getting older and have begun to develop medical problems, now may be a good time to accompany them on their doctor’s visits. The following tips can help you make the most out of those visits. 1. Look for signs: If they can’t remember what happened on their last visit or the reason for medications, it’s probably…read more →
After a tenten-day visit, I can say that London is a fantastic place to visit however it can burn a hole in your wallet or purse. Today’s exchange rate is about $1.30 US dollars for every 1 pound (Lb). Check out these 6 FREE must see options below: 1. The British Museum: Ranked #15 of top 25 places to visit…read more →
Six out of ten American’s will make some type of financial based new year’s resolution for 2019. Usually, there’s a triggering event like receiving your December 2018 credit card bill or spousal pressure to name two. Follow these tips: Consolidate Financial accounts: Close 1 or 2 existing financial accounts that you are not tracking or have insignificant monies in. This…read more →
The holiday party season is in gear right now up until the last week of December! For guys it’s time to consider adding pocket squares to your attire. People are judging you: Unfortunately for some and fortunately for others, people judge you on what you are wearing. Bag the stuffy tie: The pocket square with a suit gives a dressy…read more →
Since it’s Hanukkah time and my sister in law is Jewish, I decided it was time to deepen my knowledge of the holiday. The holiday with the most different spellings I have ever seen. Happy Hanukkah, here’s what I found out; 1 ) Spinning the dreidel was originally done by students illegally studying torah . When Greek soldiers would make…read more →
Last year people spent on average $1,000 per child for the holidays. Heed these tips to avoid out of control spending: JoinHoney.com: On your iPad, desktop or laptop click www.JoinHoney.com and add the extension. This extension (not for phones) automatically searches for the best price and attaches coupons, often cheaper than Amazon when you are checking out! Make a budget:…read more →
Yes, folks it’s that time again. Open enrollment time! Now you can enroll or switch group & individual plans, no questions asked. Is the system broken, of course! Follow these tips to save money on premiums and big claims. Call your important doctors now: Make a list of which company(s) AND networks they accept. Oxford has 3 NY networks Freedom,…read more →
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