What’s It Cost to Mint & Print Money?
It takes more than spare change to manufacture the money we wear out every year. Just how long can a $1 bill be used before it’s…
Can You Cover the Unexpected Bad Day?
Budgeting doesn’t sound like fun? It really isn’t. But what a difference budgets can make in financial security, especially when you meet the inevitable rainy day or unexpected…
Price of Freedom – It’s Not Free
As you celebrate this three-day weekend and look forward to Independence Day on July 4th, take a moment to savor the freedom of living in the U.S.…
Financial Checklist – You Can Do This!
So many graduations, so much advice dispensed! It all sounds so inspiring and logical to accomplish, but where do you start? Having a plan – a…
Get Rick Quick? Think About Trees
As you go about gardening and planting flowers this spring, don’t forget to plant a young tree. And, appreciate the larger shade trees someone planted years ago in your…
When Is the Best Time to Invest?
It’s easy to tell when May arrives…farmers start planting, trees are greening up and about 40,000 trek to Omaha, NE, to watch Warren Buffett preside over the Berkshire Hathaway…
Why Your Credit Score May Jump in July
Credit scores for millions of Americans may get a boost after July 1. It’s not because these consumers suddenly became more creditworthy or got better at…
It’s Money Smart Week – Do Something!
This week, you’ll find dozens of free events with plenty of financial tips – it’s Money Smart Week! Time to boost your money smarts and develop…
Get Set, Go! Egg Hunts for Nest Eggs
Easter egg hunts are sooooo much fun when you’re a kid…oh, the thrill of racing to scoop ‘em up. But hunting to find a big enough nest egg…
Oh No…Dandelion Is Retired?!
Last week was National Retirement Planning Week – did it pass by unnoticed? Life got in your way? Or, you decided to put off planning, like so…
The Money Godmother 