God and money make many people think about tithing. Tithing is the practice of giving 10% of your income to the church. The second thing we think about is the scripture Malachi 3:8 – 10. Many Christians can quote these verses by heart because they have heard them so many times in church. Especially during […]
Read MoreParenting is not easy. In fact, it has been said that “parenting is not for cowards.” I can attest to that being a parent of three adult children. Parents often put their needs on the back burner to take care of the needs of their children. Often that means forgetting about planning for the future. […]
Read MoreMany of us are familiar with the proverb that says, “waste not, want not.” Those who are not familiar with it might be wondering what it means. The premise is that if you use your money and/or resources wisely, then you will never be in need. According the the IRS the average income tax refund […]
Read MoreI have said it before, and I will say it again, “Everyone values money differently.” It is just a fact. Today I would like to talk about those who value money for security. They would have PINK as their “Money Color“. They are more likely to have family members and friends come to them for loans. Also, […]
Read MoreIn the Money Color Survey, found here, if your Money Color is Blue, money is valued for pampering or treating oneself. You are less likely to have a reason for spending, less likely to have a spending plan, and less likely to have savings you can stick to. They are also more likely to shop […]
Read MoreBy ELYSSA KIRKHAM / GOBANKINGRATES May 6, 2016 Many Americans are clearly not experts at managing their own finances and end up broke month after month. The cycle of overspending leaves them poor, even if their income means they are considered well above the poverty line. A third of higher-income households — those that bring in […]
Read MorePrioritizing is an important part of budgeting and money management. There are several choices you have to make and steps you have to take. It’s up to you to decide which step to take first. It’s also up to you to decide whether or not to follow the steps and order laid out by an […]
Read MoreOften when I do Financial Education workshops, I will start off with an ice breaker to get the attendees engaged and thinking about the subject matter I am about to present. I enjoy using a particular ice breaker that has to do with choices. I put a slide from a PowerPoint presentation on the screen […]
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