Money & Marriage: What to Expect at Each Stage Article by | Rachel Cruze, Ramsey Solutions When you first get engaged or married, everything seems perfect. You can’t imagine anything ever going wrong. It’s all red roses and fancy chocolate, right? But if you’re like most … [Read more...]
Five Common Money Management Mistakes
5 Common Money Management Mistakes Article by Paul Schattenberg, Texas A&M AgriLife Communications From creating a budget to planning for retirement, Texas A&M financial planning experts offer money management tips. Many people gain their expertise in money management by trial and error. … [Read more...]
5 Weekend Curb Appeal Ideas That Add Value to Your Home
5 Weekend Curb Appeal Ideas That Add Value to Your Home Article by | Tom Kraeutler, The Money Pit In today’s hot real estate market, whether you’re moving on or hunkering down, enhancing the exterior home appearance is a top goal for homeowners. During National Curb Appeal Month in August, … [Read more...]
Xeriscape: Best Plants for a Low-Water Landscape
Xeriscape: Best Plants for a Low-Water Landscape Article by | Rachael Baihn Courtesy of Tom Kraeutler, The Money Pit https://www.moneypit.com/xeriscape-best-plants-for-a-low-water-landscape/ Xeriscaping doesn’t mean zero flowers and plants in your landscape. You can conserve water by using more … [Read more...]
Combining Finances As Newlyweds
Combining Finances As Newlyweds Article courtesy of Ramsey Solutions If you’re a newlywed or getting married soon, it’s time to start talking with your significant other about money. Super romantic, we know, but listen: Being on the same page about money is a key part of having a successful … [Read more...]
How to Reupholster a Dining Room Chair
How to Reupholster a Dining Room Chair Article By | Leslie Segrete, The Money Pit If you enjoy hosting large gatherings, figuring out how to fit twenty people around a table for twelve while having living and dining rooms that are both well-designed and functional can be a challenge! You can … [Read more...]
How Your High Schooler Can Save for College (Even During the School Year!)
How Your High Schooler Can Save for College (Even During the School Year!) Article By Anthony O’Neal, Ramsey Solutions So, your kids are in high school. Honestly, you’re already crushing it as a parent, especially if you still have your sanity! Before you celebrate too hard, though, there’s one … [Read more...]
Enter The Money Pit’s $3,900 Safe at Home Sweepstakes TODAY!
Enter The Money Pit's $3,900 Safe at Home Sweepstakes TODAY! Information+Images courtesy of The MoneyPit Did you know that 3 out of 4 homes will be burglarized in the next 20 years? On top of that, package theft is at an all-time high, with 1.7 million packages stolen every day. And, in at least … [Read more...]
Save the Date: Celebrate the Arts on September 1, 2021
Save the Date: Celebrate the Arts Information Courtesy of The Arts Council of Brazos Valley The Arts Council announces the date of their annual fundraising event, Celebrate the Arts. The Arts Council was unable to host the event in 2020. So, we are thrilled to announce that we will be returning … [Read more...]
Starting Over: 5 Ways to Reset Your Money Goals in 2021
Starting Over: 5 Ways to Reset Your Money Goals in 2021 Article By Chris Hogan, Ramsey Solutions One time, Mama Hogan looked at me and said, “Christopher”—she had my attention when she said my full name— “I don’t ever want you to be a ‘been’ brother.” I said, “Huh?” She explained: “A coulda … [Read more...]
4 Lies Everyone Believes About Weddings
4 Lies Everyone Believes About Weddings Article By | Rachel Cruze, Ramsey Solutions Everyone has high expectations of what their wedding day will look like. A lot of that comes from the status quo we’ve been sold for decades: Saying yes to the perfect dress, an Instagram-worthy venue, and the most … [Read more...]
How to Manage Your Money During a Pandemic
How to Manage Your Money During a Pandemic Article By Rachel Cruze, Ramsey Solutions I know the world is panicking right now, and you’re probably a little worried. How could you not be? But I’m glad you found this article, because I want to help you weather this storm. You can have peace during … [Read more...]
How Your Teen Can Earn Money For College This Summer
How Your Teen Can Earn Money For College This Summer By Anthony ONeal, Ramsey Solutions Okay, I get it. The last thing your teen probably wants to think about this summer is saving money for college. But let’s be real. There’s no better time. They’re free from their normal responsibilities with … [Read more...]
3 Money Lessons to Teach Your Kids
3 Money Lessons to Teach Your Kids Article Courtesy of Rachel Cruze, Ramsey Solutions Have you been stressed during budget conversations? Are you anxious at the grocery store checkout when you hear the total? Do you seem to be buying more and more stuff to make yourself feel better about … [Read more...]
Five Ways a Home Security System Can Save You Money
Five Ways a Home Security System Can Save You Money Article By | Christy Matte When you think of a home security system, what do you imagine? You may picture loud alarms going off as someone tries to break into your house and maybe fire protection, too. But, today’s systems are much more than … [Read more...]