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Lessons from Grandma and Grandpa - financial advice from a past era

There's no question that our economy has endured some extreme challenges and tough times over the past year or so. Everyone agrees that we're officially in a recession, but the question has now become: how long will it last? Is the end near or do we have a longer road to recovery? Regardless of how you feel about our current economic state or the time till recovery, one thing is certain: a lot of people have taken a good hard look at their finances, cut back spending and paid close attention to… Continue

Added by Laura M. Rodebaugh on February 4, 2009 at 2:00pm — 2 Comments

Budgeting blog: Start off 2009 the right way by developing a budget

A new year brings new possibilities and new beginnings. With 2008 behind us, this is an opportunity for a fresh start. Each new year, many people make new year's resolutions, which commonly include intentions to eat right or start an exercise program. These resolutions often don't last beyond the month of January. Sure, we all start off with the best of intentions, but life happens and usually that means our new year's resolutions quickly disappear. At this time of making new year's resolutions,… Continue

Added by Laura M. Rodebaugh on January 8, 2009 at 10:37pm — No Comments

Count your blessings

Ahhh, the holidays. What an interesting time of year. So much going on, so many different views and beliefs. The holiday season tends to evoke a wide range of emotions in people. Some are incredibly happy, excited or sentimental. Some do not celebrate or avoid the holidays altogether. Some seem to experience nothing but stress as they prepare for the celebrations, gift-giving or time with family and friends. Others approach the season nonchalantly or with lukewarm feelings. Still others are sad… Continue

Added by Laura M. Rodebaugh on December 29, 2008 at 11:43pm — 1 Comment

To blog or not to blog?

Okay. I'll be honest. I've never been into online social media that much. With the exception of LinkedIn (and now Smaller Indiana), I don't have a profile page posted anywhere. I've never had a blog or a photo gallery or a personal website. These things are all fine and good, and I've enjoyed viewing the blogs, websites and photo galleries of friends and relatives. I've just never done it myself. But now I think that the times have finally caught up with me and I've decided to make that irrevoca… Continue

Added by Laura M. Rodebaugh on December 21, 2008 at 1:58pm — 6 Comments

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