As we enter the post-Thanksgiving holiday season, I was thinking about what I am thankful for. In addition to good health, my family, and friends, I am thankful to “The Wave” for giving me the opportunity to create “The Financial Wave” column back on May 1st, 2020! I saw a piece on the news this week that people are feeling…read more →
Now that we are in the first quarter of 2020 it’s easy to get off track from our goals. Follow these 6 tips and with a little time and effort your 2020 finances will be more organized and less stressful. Organize your paperwork: It’s hard to feel in control when you can’t find anything. Gather all papers, shred duplicates/old statements…read more →
The holidays are here, which means the shopping season is in full swing. Some of this year’s most popular wish list items are digital devices that entertain and make life easier. Check out the highest-rated Family gifts and gadgets iPhone 11: Apple’s newest series of iPhones, the iPhone 11, 11Pro and !!Pro Max was released two months ago and reviews remain the…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 →
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 →
Having touched foot on 5 of the 7 continents, I have learned a lot. With solid planning, I was able to do 3 weeks in Thailand, Myanmar, and Cambodia with 1 carry-on bag and 1 computer bag. My top travel tips are: Call your credit card companies in advance: and tell them where you are going and what dates. I…read more →
Ten last minute Mother’s day gifts on a budget under $100 Mothers usually appreciate the little things that are thoughtful and lasting so most of these ideas will have that theme and some are do-it-yourselfers. 1. The store “things remembered” will do custom engraving on short notice. They are located in most malls and their “custom couture jewelry” is drawing…read more →
This weekend will have millions of Americans on the road most of them to see relatives to celebrate the upcoming holidays. Traffic and unprepared parents can put a damper on the family trip. Enjoy these tips to smoothen your ride! Check traffic in advance: We prefer Waze or Google Maps to check for accidents and weather delays Gas up in…read more →
Now that we are in the final month of 2016 it’s easy to get off track from our goals. Follow these 6 tips and with a little time and effort your 2017 finances will be more organized and less stressful. Organize your paperwork: It’s hard to feel in control when you can’t find anything. Gather all papers, shred duplicates/old statements…read more →
If you do the proper research you will find Kansas City to be a fun, underrated and interesting place to visit. We just returned from a 4 day long weekend and suggest the following; 1. KC Barbecue: KC BBQ is the real deal! My suggestions are Joe’s, the most famous place as well as Arthur Bryant’s and Gates BBQ. You…read more →
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