by Susanne Dwyer | Dec 16, 2018 | Advice, Home Spun Wisdom, Latest News, Lifestyle |
(TNS)—Looking for a clever way to give money—something beyond shoving cash in an envelope—remains a fun challenge during the holidays. I was thrilled, for example, when I spotted some clear plastic ornaments in a dollar store. My brainstorm: Use some shredded currency...
by Susanne Dwyer | Dec 9, 2018 | Advice, Consumer, Home Spun Wisdom, How-To, Latest News, Lifestyle, News |
(TNS)—Older retirees may save Christmas for charities. Donors gave a record $410 billion to nonprofit causes last year, according to Giving USA Foundation, in part because taxpayers were bunching contributions ahead of this year’s higher standard income tax...
by Susanne Dwyer | Dec 6, 2018 | Advice, Home Spun Wisdom, Latest News, Lifestyle, Tip of the Day |
Getting a bargain is good, but getting something you want for free is even better. The hot deal sleuths at Kiplinger’s Magazine have found a host of cool things anyone can get for free. Here are a few worth checking out: Free College You don’t need to...
by Susanne Dwyer | Dec 5, 2018 | Consumer, Home Spun Wisdom, Latest News, News |
(TNS)—For many Americans, the holidays mean family, food and overspending. More than two in five gift shoppers feel pressured to reach deeper into their wallets than they’re comfortable with, according to the 2018 Bankrate Holiday Gifting Survey. Despite budget...
by Susanne Dwyer | Nov 11, 2018 | Consumer, Home Spun Wisdom, Latest News, News, Tip of the Day |
(TNS)—When the Federal Reserve raises interest rates, you feel it. “The Federal Reserve has its fingers in your pocketbook to a greater degree than the IRS,” says Michael Reese, a certified financial planner in Traverse City, Mich. In September, the Fed...
by Susanne Dwyer | Nov 5, 2018 | Advice, Home Spun Wisdom, Latest News, Lifestyle |
(TNS)—Will you be traveling solo with kids or grandkids? Here are five ideas to ensure that good times are had by all. Bring backup. Of course you want to spend time with the kids, but every grown-up deserves a little R&R on their own holiday. Bring along a...