While many moms would love to be stay-at-home moms, the reality is that few families can afford to survive on one income these days. There is a way, however, to be around for your children while also contributing financially to the household- working from home. There are so many different opportunities to work from home these days that anybody could find something which suited them. Here are seven of the best flexible jobs for moms to work … [Read more...]
5 Lessons You Need To Teach Your Teens About Cars
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Teaching your child to learn how to drive can be a scary and surreal experience. On the one hand, you’re happy for their independence, but on the other, your maternal instincts are nervous to know they’ll be out there on the road alone. There are plenty of manuals and online guides to help teach your children how to drive, but they also need to know how to manage a car like an adult. Robert Foss, a senior research scientist at the Highway … [Read more...]
How To Plan Your Child’s Birthday Party
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Planning a child’s birthday party can be hectic, but if you keep yourself organized it can be a fun and rewarding experience. Making sure your child has a perfect day is part of the joy of organizing a party, for friends and family to also enjoy. Below are some handy tips to help you on your way to organizing the perfect birthday bash. Plan well Planning in advance is essential for a birthday party, especially with little ones! It is … [Read more...]
How to Reduce Wear and Tear on Your Family Vehicle
How to Reduce Wear and Tear on Your Family Vehicle When we buy something expensive, we want it to last for a long time. Unless you’re wealthy, you can’t easily afford to buy a new vehicle any time you want. We use our cars every day to drive ourselves to work, take our children to school, run our weekly errands, and many other things. Over time, our vehicle will sustain wear and tear. If you’re on a tight budget, reducing vehicle wear … [Read more...]
4 Simple Steps to Help Your Child Refinance Their Student Loans
According to Forbes Magazine, student debt in America is higher than both credit card and auto loan debt, with over 44 million borrowers and over $1.3 trillion in outstanding loans. With these numbers, it is no surprise that your child may be feeling a crunch on their finances as a result of student loan payments. Many graduates find it difficult or nearly impossible to make their student loan payments every month, while others just want to … [Read more...]
Eliminating Debt for the Modern Mom
Graduating from college is one of the happiest, momentous, exciting, saddest, horrifying, and turbulent times for any adult, nonetheless a mother also dealing with the needs of a family. With such a large range of emotions, focusing on the next steps in life becomes difficult. Life altering decisions hang in the balance while you transition from a student to a full-time participant in the world of capitalism as an employee or entrepreneur. … [Read more...]
McKenna’s Preteen Bedroom Makeover | Scrabble Wall Tiles & Crate Walls
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McKenna's Preteen Bedroom Makeover | Scrabble Wall Tiles & Crate Walls So as all us parents know our kids grow way too fast. It really hit me a couple months ago when my daughter came to me and told me that she wanted a new bed that was more grown up. Well, little did I know that this one request was going to open a big can of worms and get me into way more work than I realized. It was time for a preteen bedroom makeover. When we first … [Read more...]
To Buy a Car, or Not to Buy: Which Should You Choose for Your Family?
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To Buy a Car, or Not to Buy: Which Should You Choose for Your Family? You’ve been plugging along just fine in your decade-old vehicle until you see Miss Jones pull up to the school in her shiny new SUV. Hmm, is it time for a new car? What would you choose? Would you buy or lease? We’ve all been in that position before. And it’s a huge decision, especially if your current vehicle is in good working order. Let’s explore the pros and cons … [Read more...]
Signs of Hidden Water Leaks You Shouldn’t Ignore
The source of some water leaks in your home, like a leaky faucet, is very obvious and therefore, easy to fix. But what about those leaks that are not as obvious and exist for days or even months? Before you can fix a problem, you have to know where it is. Because water leaks can cause a lot of damage, it is important to understand the signs of water leaks so you can identify and then fix them. If you live in Melbourne, visit … [Read more...]
Top 5 Attic Pests & How To Remove Them
Top 5 Attic Pests & How To Remove Them Do you constantly hear scraping coming from your attic? Before you write it off as just the wind, you should have a professional pest removal expert inspect the area to see if you have any unwanted visitors. Many pests prefer the attic because it is a secluded area of the home to give them shelter. Look into the numerous pest services available the next time you start thinking, “I need some wildlife … [Read more...]
