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Can You Help with Money Saving Tips?
Asked by A.H. from Chicago
on October 21, 2008
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My retirement savings just took a major nosedive with the recent stockmarket drops so I am going to need all the help I can get with saving money. Is there one major ...
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- Hi A., Things we have done: -Switched to CD One Price Cleaners instead of using regular drycleaners for almost all of our clothes, only $2.29/item, even a dress and ...
- Sounds like there's lots of good advice. Skimming through, however, I didn't see anyone put down http://www.freecycle.org. This, and other swap-type groups help peop...
- Did you do the typical things they suggest on money saving websites? -Change to fluorescent coil light bulbs -Lower your thermostat a degree or two in the winter- ...
Who Do I Go to for This? Seeking Possible Financial Advisor
Asked by K.P. from Kansas City
on July 11, 2008
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I am seeking someone who can teach me about financial issues. Right now my husband and I could die and I don't know what would happen to our home, our child etc. I kn...
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- I highly recommend Martin Meyers- financial planner with Edward Jones. His number is ###-###-####. Our friends recommended him a few months ago. He is by far one o...
- I would recommend that you visit with a couple of different folks and learn about their particular philosophies and values. It is important to take a look at the whole...
- We used a group called Lighthouse investments (I know it is lighthouse but not sure about the investments part). The financial planner we saw was Rick Bain. We set up ...
Savings for Junior
Asked by A.E. from Minneapolis
on January 12, 2009
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Hello, Supermoms!
My hubby and I have received some cash gifts for various occasions since our boy was born. We've just been tucking them in his "piggy bank" so far...
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- We have our daughter's money in a CD. At our Credit Union it is called a certificate plus because you can add money to it. It has a slightly lower interest rate than...
- We have our kids' money in CD's. Just shop around for the best interest rates, and don't forget to renew them when they mature. They do make money.
- I use the MN college savings plan for my children and my nephews. It's a 529 plan through TIAA Cref. The cool thing is that MN has a matching program for MN resident...
Does Anyone Else Really Miss Their Kids While at Work?
Asked by C.C. from Chicago
on April 22, 2009
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I work full time - corporate job downtown with a 2 hour commute. I leave my kids at home with a babysitter, but I miss them so much each day. I try not to think abou...
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- Since your commute is so long, would your employer let you work 4 long days instead of 5? Or, could you work from home one day a week but still keep your babysitter on...
- HI C.. Just like you I was the main bread winner, with all the insurance and other benefits. After my first was born I went back to work and worked 3 years while he ...
- I miss my son during the day too. I have to admit, I'm not as productive as I was at work before I had him, but luckily, my office is very understanding. I just think ...
Took in 2 Grandkids Full Time and Living on Fixed Income - Help
Asked by N.Y. from Dallas
on August 10, 2009
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Hi moms, I have some friends who have taken in their two grandchildren to care for full time. They are living off their retirement savings and now have expenses such ...
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- You didn't say how old they were but one of the suggestions I didn't see listed was for one of them to go back to work at a job that provides medical benefits -- or bo...
- Also, check with some local churches. For example, Oak Cliff Bible Fellowship has a clothes pantry, food pantry, and a Family Center which helps with baby items. Angel...
- You might want to suggest they go to this website www.raisingyourgrandchildren.com It has a lot of information of resources and legal issues that they need to conside...
Preschool and Elementary in bradenton/Sarasota
Asked by M.H. from Sarasota
on August 24, 2007
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Ok, I know I am getting way ahead of myself here, but school is really weighing on my mind. My son is only 2.5 years old, but I already want to look ahead to his educ...
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- My son went to Kinnan last year and it was HORRIBLE! We moved to Sarasota for this year so that he could go to a better school! As far as preschools go my 4 yer old we...
- For elementary schools, i suggest you give Rowlett Magnet Elementary a good look. You can schedule a tour, talk to the principal, etc. It is in Manatee Cty, so anyone ...
- I have to say that for a Public school, Gocio Elementary in Sarasota is AWESOME!! My daughter went from K-5 and is now in 7th and my 2 sons are in 4th and 1st at Goci...
My Mother...
Asked by T.S. from San Francisco
on December 2, 2008
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I don't know where to start...
My mom is almost 60 and I have no idea what to do about her situation. She lives near Chicago, she just changed jobs again (she's neve...
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- HI, I totally sympathize and identify with your situation. I also have a similar situation and recently took in my mother due to her circumstances. I don't recommend...
- Dear T., Sounds like your Mom may have raised you and your siblings on her own? You said you moved a lot, were you ever homeless, cold or hungry? Your mom may not...
- Hi T. I've been in a similar situation (mine was with both my mother and brother)who drank.... and you feel guilty if you do give and guilty if you don't. My best a...
Opinion on Tampa Bay Women's Care
Asked by T.W. from Tampa
on March 9, 2007
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I am still searching for an OB for my second pregnancy and heard about Tampa Bay Women's Care. Does anyone recommend this group? The doctors are Joseph J. Saavedra, ...
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- I actually go there, I see the nurse Practicioner & she's great, she has a baby that's about 6 months old, that's who they assigned me to, I only go there for paps, bu...
- Dr. Riemer delivered both of my boys, I wouldn't go anywhere else!!!! The office in brandon was never so busy that I waited for more than 20 minutes....and that was th...
- T., I went to the location in Brandon in 2003. I ended up there after my original OB/ GYN office could not squeeze me in when I was spotting in my 3rd month. I ca...
Do You Know a Lovable, Reliable Pet Sitter in SW Grapevine/Southlake Area?
Asked by C.H. from Dallas
on November 9, 2009
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I'm having no luck! We just moved from Flower Mound and we're looking for an experienced pet sitter/house sitter for our occasional travels. We live in the Ira Woods...
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- Check out www.dfwpetnanny.com. Robbie Thomason LOVES animals and is very reasonable. I've known her for over 10 years and she takes care of my pets frequently. Her ...
- My daughter Alex just started her own business a month ago called "Go Girl Errands and Gifts". She runs errands for people, dog sits, house sits and sells candles. She...
- Awesome, reliable, VERY CARING, dependable, reliable, responsible, reliable, dependable, reliable....did I mention reliable? We've used them several times plus we g...
In Financial Crisis While Fighting for Support from Dead Beat Dad!
Asked by P.L. from Chicago
on September 28, 2006
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Does anyone have any suggestions or any experience with trying to get financial assistance while dealing with a dead beat dad who is 5 months behind in child support? ...
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- Hi...U also need to streamline your finances..my husband can help you at doing that. And you can also talk about possibility of getting involved with him on part time ...
- about the only thing i could think of was tutoring - is there anything you can teach from your home? piano, software, cooking? maybe you could babysit? i hope you get ...
- Depending on what your qualifications and schooling background are, some community colleges will hire professionals to teach their online classes. Be careful of som...
