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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- ...
My 11 Yr Old Wants to Buy Stock
Asked by F.C. from Los Angeles
on December 18, 2011
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So I recently open up a student saving account for my son who is 11years old, I asked my son what he like to save up to and he told me he wants to buy stock in SONY. H...
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- Go to your bank, or a Financial Advisor and ask them. There are many ways to do this and buy stock. Being he is a minor, you have to be the parental sign off on it a...
- Some great advice from the other moms. I, too, would suggest seeing an investment counselor; check out E-Trade, Charles Schwab, or Fidelity. At his age, or for 1st t...
- Google "stock market simulation." You'll find a lot of simulations to help both you and your son learn about the stock market without risking anything right away. ...
Childbirth Dvd's
Asked by J.P. from Chicago
on August 16, 2006
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Has anyone used a DVD rather than attending classes. Becaue of work schedules we are unable to attend classes at our hopsital and are thinking about buying a dvd. Any ...
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- Hi there, I worked up until both my kids were born & we took weekend classes. We watched some videos also, but I found that the hands on was better. If that won't w...
- We did a weekend class at U of C which was helpful. You can look on their website to see about classes - http://uchospitals.edu/programs/lamaze.html . They are open t...
- Hi, did you check around for weekend classes. Some hospitals understand the working parents. Check it out. J. www.noahsarkworkshop.com/jodigilbert18
Should I Quit Working? I Am So Torn! PLEASE No Bashing!
Asked by K.H. from Reno
on November 17, 2011
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I started a new seasonal job at a warehouse last week. It's ok, I work 7-5:30 but I am away from my family 12 hours a day. I got the job to get back into the workforce...
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- I recommend you also become more educated about kidney failure due to diabetes. Kidney's operating at 60% is pretty good actually, not bad at all. Your husband can liv...
- So many places are hiring for retail seasonal help. The hours are only part-time and seem better suited to your needs. If you don't need to work right now, cherish t...
- I think if you don't need the money, stay home with your family, you said your husband has health issues, so you want to spend as much time with him as possible. Why ...
Seeking Moms' Advice for Homeschooling
Asked by B.P. from Houston
on November 2, 2008
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My daughter has been extremely ill and I'm thinking I may withdraw her from school and homeschool her. She's in 5th grade. Does anyone have any suggestions on what cur...
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- I homeschooled using Clonlara school out of Michigan. They are accredited and give you great support when getting started. They also have lots of courses online if t...
- I have been really happy with the A-Beka curriculum. My kids are in pre-school but were reading by four. I know they have the same curriculum for older children. It ...
- We home school and I'm involved in helping with Smoothing the Way (smoothingtheway.org) South Austin which is a support group for 1st year home schoolers. Your questi...
