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How to Maximize Your Budget When Booking Corporate Event Venues in NJ

Post author:Jason L
Post published:August 31, 2024
Post category:Budgeting Planning

Hosting an impressive corporate event while staying within budget can be a complex task, especially in a competitive market like New Jersey. This endeavor requires understanding the art of strategic planning, negotiation, and the utilization of cost-effective services. While off-peak booking benefits and venue package deals can provide significant savings, many overlook the potential impact…

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How to Manage Money in a Relationship

Post author:Jason L
Post published:August 2, 2024
Post category:Budgeting Finance

Money and how we manage it can cause conflict in relationships. Good financial management involves talking openly, sharing goals, and understanding each other's financial habits and expectations. Handling money in a relationship means clear communication, shared goals, and defined responsibilities. Following practical strategies can address issues early, stay focused on your goals, and strengthen your…

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Top 4 Tips for a Budget-Friendly Wedding

Post author:Jason L
Post published:July 19, 2024
Post category:Budgeting wedding

We all want to have the wedding of our dreams, but sometimes, the price tags we see can put a real damper on the whole experience. Getting married to the person you love should be an exciting time, not a stressful one. Luckily, a beautiful wedding doesn't have to put you in lifelong debt if…

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How to Budget for an Outdoor Kitchen

Post author:Jason L
Post published:May 23, 2024
Post category:Budgeting Home Management

Building an outdoor kitchen can give you more cooking options, force you to spend more time outside, allow you to socialize more, and even boost the value of your home. But how are you supposed to budget for this large installation? And is it always worth saving up the money for it? Why Build a Custom Outdoor…

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How to avoid costly car expenses

Post author:Jason L
Post published:February 1, 2024
Post category:Automobile Budgeting Home Management

Having access to a car can make your life easier in lots of ways, particularly if you have a growing family or don't live centrally. But it can also be a significant financial commitment when you factor in fuel, insurance, repairs, servicing, and other car expenses. With car ownership on the rise since the pandemic,…

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Breaking Down the True Cost of Car Ownership

Post author:Diane L
Post published:November 8, 2023
Post category:Automobile Budgeting

Car dealerships do not advertise the actual cost of owning a motor vehicle. If they did, fewer people would be willing to buy one. The truth is owning a car can be more expensive than you initially thought, whether you’re leasing, financing, or paying in cash. That’s because there are many other factors to consider…

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Top Tips for Planning a Secure and Happy Retirement

Post author:Diane L
Post published:July 1, 2023
Post category:Budgeting Money Taking Care of Yourself

Many people don't realize that old age comes along faster than you might think. One day you're partying with your friends, and the next day you're trying to locate the social security office in your area so you can apply for social security benefits. The thing is, those benefits aren't going to be enough for you to…

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5 Ways to Save Money on Groceries

Post author:Jason L
Post published:May 30, 2023
Post category:Advice Budgeting Frugal Living

An American household's average food spending was $438 in 2021. However, food prices rose by 11.4% from 2021 to 2022, leading to increased grocery costs. Grocery costs differ from one household to another based on what they purchase, their consumption rate, state prices, and shopping frequency. While grocery spending and inflation are inevitable, being careless about…

5 Smart Ways to Get Extra Funding

Post author:Jenny
Post published:February 6, 2023
Post category:Budgeting Money

As a mother, there is only so much free time in the world. And as a stay-at-home mom, free time is a luxury that only comes once the children are fed or leave to school. But what to do with your free time? You could enjoy your free time by popping on the couch and…

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How to Budget for Winter and Beyond

Post author:Diane L
Post published:November 24, 2022
Post category:Budgeting

A family’s budget fluctuates throughout the year. Winter and summer are potentially more expensive than spring and fall. Winter has holidays, increased heating expenses, the need for warmer clothes, and school expenses. Summer is when people travel, the kids are out of school, and more meals are provided at home, and there are summer activities…