50 realistic New Year’s resolutions
It’s the New Year, which is the best time to reflect on all the money things you did (or didn’t) do in the past 365 days and set financial goals for next year. New year, […]
5 ways to make 2019 a greener year
Trying to reduce your carbon footprint? Perhaps you want to turn that leftover food into compost? Alexa has skills for these and other ecological tricks. Plus, there are some fun green habits to teach your children. Alexa […]
9 reasons dating is better as a single mom
Through my circle of friends and single moms I meet through this blog, I often hear cries of horror about the thought of single-mom dating. What man in his right mind would consider dating a single […]
Forget making New Year’s resolutions — take action instead
Making New Year’s resolutions is a time-honored tradition of paying attention to something important for a short period of time. Then it’s back to business as usual. In the long run, a couple of weeks of working […]
7 ways to simplify your subway commute in 2019
The only thing worse than a long commute is a public transportation commute, which can be uncomfortably crowded, often cold (or hot) and surely not in your control. However, devices and apps can help you […]
Considering self-employment? Start with these 4 conversations
“Honey, I’m thinking I should quit my job and work for myself…what do you think?” When you’re self-employed, you don’t operate in a vacuum. There are other people—like your partner, your children, and even your […]
9 ways to beat those winter blues
As the days get shorter and the nights get longer, some of us may be affected by the winter blues that come with sudden temperature changes and loss of sunlight. Staying active and productive can […]
These smart-home predictions for 2030 are already coming true
A future vision of drones, smart kitchens and augmented reality came true quicker than anyone expected. Back in 2015, the Near Future Laboratory, Mobile Life Center and Boris Design Studio produced their impression of an […]
28 ways to be a better co-parent
It is not divorce or separated families that harm children — but conflict between parents. Together, we can work to stop that from happening and promote shared parenting — no matter how many hours each parent […]
Last-minute Christmas shopping tips & ideas
Christmas, if you celebrate, is right around the corner. Whether you have a tiny number of gifts yet to buy, or if you haven’t started yet, don’t add procrastination to your list of holiday stressors… last-minute Christmas […]
The most expensive collectibles ever sold at auction
Back in August, a record price of $48.4 million was paid for a collector car sold at public auction. The car was a 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO and the sale was RM Sotheby’s in Monterey, […]
8 ways to add a little tech to your Hanukkah celebration
There are still several nights of Hanukkah left to celebrate.with loved ones as you light nightly candles on the menorah. Consider adding some of these smartphone apps to help you add some joy, education, art and […]
15 ways to protect your home (& yourself) this winter
Winter weather can take a toll on a house. Frozen water pipes, icy walkways and sudden windstorms that send tree branches ripping through your roof are just a few of the problems your home (and […]
The 13 most expensive U.S. metro areas for raising a baby
Everyone knows that having a baby is incredibly expensive, from delivery or adoption costs to outfitting a household with strollers, bottles, cribs and layettes. But even if friends and family come together to provide everything […]
How to take time off if you’re self-employed
Taking time off when you’re self-employed is a challenge. Whether you’re jetting off on a tropical vacation for a week or enjoying a break for the holiday season for only a few days, stepping away […]
5 holiday nightmares that can break the bank
It’s the most wonderful time of the year — weeks of hustle and bustle, spending time with friends and family, giving and receiving, and eating to your heart’s content. What can go wrong? A lot, […]
The best holiday market in each state
The holidays are here, and with them comes the pop up of holiday markets — offering food, decorations and winter activities to get you into the holiday spirit. While big-name department stores may offer discounts, […]
8 great holiday tech gifts for students
As the holiday shopping season begins, it can be difficult to buy for the student in your life. College demands a certain level of tech savvy, which means that many students already have the latest […]
50 nifty & thrifty holiday gift ideas
Every year, our group of friends does a white elephant gift exchange. We bring gifts that cost less than $25, then alternate between opening them and “stealing” them from others. It’s a fun way to conduct […]
Give your parents the gift of tech this holiday season
Parents work double time to make the holidays magical for their children. As such, presents for them often take second place. That’s why it’s a great idea to consider thoughtful, helpful gifts for them as […]
10 gifts that will have your favorite geek totally geeking out
We all have a geek in our life who’s first to buy new tech or fix our smartphone. Their early bird attitude can make buying them gifts difficult, since they’re so often the ones standing […]
Holiday gift guide: Premium smart speakers for the audiophile in your life
Budget smart speakers like the $50 Amazon Echo Dot and Google Home Mini are great gifts for anyone who is new to smart home tech – but what if they value high-quality music as much […]
2-in-3 Americans agree: Shopping is most stressful part of holiday season
Forget hectic travel, unpredictable weather or awkward conversations with the in-laws. According to a new report from CompareCards.com, nothing stresses Americans out during the holiday season like shopping. Nearly two-thirds of Americans agreed with […]
9 great holiday tech gift ideas for grandparents
Whether the grandparents in your life are travelers, gamers or fitness enthusiasts, these nine gadgets can make great holiday gifts for them. Image Credit: DepositPhotos.com. 1. Lenovo Smart Display The Lenovo Smart Display is a […]
5 tips to help you win Black Friday
Black Friday may be rife with bargains, but it’s also stressful, crowded and can be expensive if you don’t plan ahead. To make your Black Friday less stressful, here are five tips from retail and […]
Thanksgiving hosts sacrifice a lot – but they love it, anyway
Thanksgiving is a time for family, food and making lasting memories. But it’s also a time of overspending. Those who host Thanksgiving sacrifice a lot of time and money during this holiday — however, it […]
5 reasons women need life insurance more than men do
Women need life insurance more than men do, yet we are less likely to be covered. According to the Life Insurance Marketing and Research Association, 56 percent of women and 62 percent of men had […]
5 steps to stop procrastinating once and for all
Small business owners often waste time. Even though a study conducted by TSheets found that nearly 60% of self-employed workers said they either worked every weekend or every other weekend, if you’re truly honest with […]
50 things that can make your holidays more affordable
The holidays don’t come cheap — I start saving for my holiday trip home months in advance, so it’s not so detrimental to my budget. There’s the cost of the flight, which is the biggest […]
How much money can you make as an Airbnb host, and is it worth it?
You may have heard about people earning big bucks by sharing their home with travelers through Airbnb. You might even be part of the Airbnb community already. You are if you’ve ever used the service to […]