Category Archives: Saving & Budgeting Tips

Most Americans planned some form of leisure travel this summer, but not everyone has made it happen. Yet. Here are some ideas to help folks yearning to leave town think further outside the box.

A contingency budget is an important tool to help families plan for the unexpected. Contingency is just a way of describing something that could happen in the future but can’t be predicted with certainty.

Ever wonder how some people get to be so financially independent? It takes a lot of hard work and sacrifice, but it can be worth it.

If you feel overwhelmed over what to do with your school-age children, you are not alone. Just don’t assume you need to spend a lot of your hard-earned dollars on summer activities to occupy your youngsters or teens.

Financial fraud is on the rise, leaving folks wondering what they can do to keep themselves from becoming victims. Now more than ever, it’s important to know the signs to keep from being victimized.

The return of live events, office life, and the upcoming holiday season are certainly reasons to celebrate. The only downside is having to commute, travel to events, and deal with parking once you get there. For residents in need of options, Pace Suburban Bus is a suburban commuter and paratransit service that fills in the gaps in Chicago’s suburbs.

As you prepare to clean, drain, and winterize your boat, you’ll need to follow a thorough checklist before putting old faithful back in storage.

Following these tips for working from home can help to stretch your hard-earned dollars further and make sure you’re financially protected.

When you can’t pay down your debts, debt settlement has some potential upsides. Learn about the pros and cons here.