One of the biggest concerns I faced, when I became a new stay-at-home mom, was how to manage our finances. We were used to being a two-income household with no kids, to going down to one income with a new baby. But let me back up. When I got pregnant, I knew that I would […]
Six Ways to Fund Your Summer Vacation
By Christy Schutz Now that Spring has officially sprung, and as the school year winds down to a close, I can’t stop daydreaming about taking a summer vacation. Vacations are few and far between in our family. With all the commitments my husband and I have professionally, coupled with the school activities my daughter has […]
Saving for Retirement When You WFH & Have Unpredictable Income
By Sarah Landrum The work-from-home life is the best and also the worst. On one hand, you have a somewhat flexible schedule, a cozy environment, a private supply of coffee, and no one physically breathing down your neck. On the other, you might find yourself scrambling to convert prospects into clients and maintain a predictable […]
Seeking Small Business Capital? Check Out These 5 Financing Options
A couple of years ago, I wrote a post on how to fund your work-at-home business with tips for gaining the necessary money. I like to think of that post as a basic introduction for what entrepreneurs should do if they’re seeking capital. You’ll want to draft up a business plan that outlines your financial […]
How to Make Tax Time Easy Peasy
Sponsored by H&R Block For information only. Not all tax situations are the same. It’s tax time again, and if you’re anything like me, this time of year tends to generate a little bit of stress. Even though I’ve been filing tax returns since I was 15, with new tax rules and IRS jargon the […]
Disability Insurance and the Stay-at-Home Mom
Sponsored by brightpeak financial Imagine this scenario: It’s the middle of the night, and you’re asleep. You’re awakened by the sound of your daughter crying in her bedroom, so you get out of bed to check on her. As you’re shuffling down the dark hallway toward her room half-awake, you slip on one of her […]
5 Ways To Fund Your Business Without a Credit Check
Recently I ran into a little financial challenge with my business. It’s one of those exhausting hurdles that’s never fun but hopefully someday, when looking back, will be just another funny story of “remember when … ?” In my case, I needed to raise an enormous amount of money (six-figures huge) to pay for a […]