Community, Saving
Fabulous, Yet Thrifty Gifts!
Hi Money Masters! I cannot believe that Christmas is 3 weeks away! Some of you probably have everything ready to go; the tree is decorated, the cards are sent, and the gifts are wrapped. WAY TO GO! Some of you have more to do and THAT’S OK, TOO! Face it, we are busy, but I… Read More
Saving
Let Your Brain Help You Save
Hello Money Masters! I hope you had a great weekend! I wanted to share with you a realization I had recently. Thanksgiving is over and “Black Friday” has come and gone. If that craze wasn’t enough, there was “Cyber Monday” and, in some cases, “Cyber Week” after that. These are the biggest spending days of… Read More
Community, Saving, Science & Home Ownership
Give and Get Back: Tax Deductible Donations
Hi Money Masters, With Thanksgiving a few days away, we are all probably focusing on the many blessings we have. With this grateful feeling also comes a sense of social responsibility and communal support. While we are preparing our turkey dinners and various side dishes and desserts, we think of those who are in need… Read More
Community, Saving
Power of the Purse Conference w/ Helen Crawley-Austin
Hi Money Masters! I am honored and excited to be the closing session keynote speaker at The Power of the Purse Conference on November 18, 2017 at Embassy Suites Hotel located at 2886 Airport Drive in Columbus. This event is for minority high school girls designed to provide valuable strategies for building character and integrity… Read More
Saving
Thrifty Thanksgiving Tips!
Hello Money Masters! Welcome to the holiday season! I like to define “The Holidays” as a trifecta consisting of Halloween, Thanksgiving, and Christmas. The least expensive of these, in my opinion, is Halloween. But, Halloween and all its spooky glamour has come and gone. Next up… THANKSGIVING! This holiday has the potential of becoming quite… Read More
Saving, Science & Home Ownership
Get a Holiday Head Start!
Money Masters! Now that the leftover Halloween candy pile is getting smaller and the stores are beginning to display Seasonal decorations and merchandise, I ask you: “Are you an early bird or a last-minute type of person?” If you are like me, you like to be prepared when the Holiday season nears. Stores are always… Read More
Saving, Science & Home Ownership
Kids and Cash
Hi, Money Masters! For all the Money Master parents- Halloween is approaching and I bet you’ve had a discussion with your kids about stranger danger, street safety and checking candy before eating it, right? These are all very important topics, however, have you talked to your children about money? In this day and age, cold… Read More
Mortgage, Science & Home Ownership
DIY Credit Repair
Hi Money Masters! Let’s talk about the “C” word…CREDIT. Good, Average, or Bad; you have credit. If you are trying to improve your credit score and polish up that report ’til it’s sparkling clean, there’s good news- There are steps YOU can take on your own! Get your credit report for free once a year:… Read More
Mortgage, Science & Home Ownership
YES- Save Money on a Tight Budget!
Hello Money Masters! I know you! You have a GOAL. A DREAM. A MISSION. You are saving money for a certain purpose. Whether you are saving for a house, a car, a vacation, or even holiday gifts; this is not always an easy thing to do. Also, I know there can be financial restraints as well that… Read More
Mortgage, Science & Home Ownership
Be Prepared! End of the Year Expenses are Coming
Hey there, Money Masters! The leaves are just starting to change color. Pumpkins and scarecrows festively adorn porches and yards all around town. Ah, Autumn! What a beautiful time of year! It’s too early to think about holidays or snow. BUT…. WINTER IS COMING! So why not get a head start on all those expenses… Read More
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