Tania Galloway
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More Than A Dozen Ways To Make Sure You Get The Most Bang For Your Buck
Published 02/12/2015 by Tania Galloway
When it comes to shopping, you’ve got it down to a science; you budget, haggle, comparison shop, and find the bargains. You always make sure you’re getting maximum bang for your buck. But what about those everyday household products? Are you sure you’re getting all your money’s worth? Most household product packaging just isn’t designed to get every single drop out. You’re very likely wasting valuable dollars throwing out the last of those cleaners, lotions, soaps, and some food.
Credit 101: The Basics of Credit – Why You Need It, How You Get It, How To Keep It Good
Published 02/05/2015 by Tania Galloway
It was only one generation ago that people had no choice but to live on cash alone. Credit was a very new concept when my parents were my age. My dad would get his pay and they had to make it last. They tell stories about going to the grocery store with only $6 to spend because payday was still 2 days away. You had to get a pay advance from your employer if you wanted to take a vacation, and never mind buying big-ticket items if you didn’t save up for months ahead of time.
How To Use Credit Card Rewards Points To Fund Your Next Vacation
Published 01/05/2015 by Tania Galloway
Do you hate winter as much as I do? Here’s a quick test to know for sure. When the forecast calls for snow, do you make sure to get every possible thing you might need in the next week at the grocery, even if it’s only flurries? Do you start wearing gloves and a scarf in mid-September? Do you feel just a little nauseous if you look out the window and see snowflakes you didn’t realize were coming? If you’ve answered yes to any of these questions, then you definitely need to get working on your plan to escape this winter season.
Why Successful People Achieve Their Financial Goals And You Don’t!
Published 01/01/2015 by Tania Galloway
Well, here we are, starting another new year! It’s the time of year when we’re all inspired to work on improving our health, lifestyle, and finances once again. We renew our commitment to betterment in general and promise ourselves that this is the year we make it happen. Then, usually by about February or so, most of us forget all about the determination we felt on January 1st and quietly fall back into our old habits.
How To Find The Best Deals On Travel: 12 Tips
Published 12/08/2014 by Tania Galloway
Wondering what to give your loved one as a gift this holiday season? What do you give the person who seems to already have it all? How about something different this year that you can both enjoy – like a vacation to your dream destination!
5 Reasons to Transfer Your Money From a Bank to a Credit Union Today
Published 12/04/2014 by Tania Galloway
Dealing with the bank is a necessary evil in today’s world. It’s impossible to get through life without some major dealings with those huge, faceless institutions. For starters, this isn’t our grandmother’s world where we can keep our money safely tucked away under our mattress, right? So, right from the get-go, you’re almost paralyzed if you don’t establish a relationship with a bank. Not to mention, all the other necessities of modern life, like credit cards, savings accounts, mortgages, etc. When you’re finally ready to choose a credit union our guide on top credit unions in US can help you choose the best one for you.
12 Expensive Recipe Ingredients You Can Easily Replace
Published 11/21/2014 by Tania Galloway
With the holidays quickly approaching, there may not be much time left before your house is filled with hungry holiday revelers. Baking or cooking super fancy, impressive dishes can seem like an intimidating task to take on but is usually more straightforward than it looks. After all, you’ve been on Pinterest for a month solid, finding awesome and easy ideas to try, right?
The Ultimate Guide on How to Plan Your Wedding Finances Effectively
Published 10/06/2014 by Tania Galloway
You’re getting married!! Woot, woot! Well, that gives you about a year to save up for your big day, but how do you know how much you’ll need? That depends, of course on what your idea of a dream wedding is.
10 Stupid Things People with Excellent Credit Never Do
Published 09/17/2014 by Tania Galloway
You may be asking yourself: What do people with excellent credit even need credit for, anyway? They’re clearly good with money, can obviously afford to pay with cash, so what gives?