Happy New Year, Now What?
Happy New Year 2011! We’re already six days into the New Year, so how does it feel? Many of you have probably already written down your New Year’s Resolutions. Better yet, some of you have already started working on your New Year’s resolutions. As for me, I started...
Wishing You Happy Holidays!
As 2010 comes to an end, I'd like to wish you a Happy Holiday Season! May your New Year be filled with peace, happiness, good health and prosperity. Click Here to view my formal Holiday Wishes message. "The best and most beautiful things in the world cannot be seen or...
How I Saved on Emergency Travel
Last month I shared tips on How to Save Money on Emergency Airfares. And just recently we had to put those emergency airfare tips into action when I loss my dear Aunt Ginny, after a courageous six year battle with cancer. She was my motivation and a very special...
Do You Really Need That?
It’s been awhile since my last blog post, Black Friday’s Almost Here – Are You Ready? I asked the question and a loyal Gain Money Control reader responded with a well thought out and intriguing perspective on Black Friday. While he did not list the best deals to catch...
Black Friday’s Almost Here – Are You Ready?
This year Black Friday promotions seem bigger than ever. With sales starting back in July and unexpected Black Friday ads leaked revealing rock bottom prices. Are you ready for Black Friday? Do you even shop on Black Friday? My husband never does, he just watches the...
Should You Really Change Your Oil Every 3,000 Miles?
Have you ever been told to change your oil every 3,000 miles? Back in the ‘90s this recommendation was made to consumers everywhere. The message: If you want to take care of your car, then you’d better change your oil every 3,000 miles. Sometimes the message was less...
Give Your Time to Make a Difference
Life is a journey and sometimes it feels like we’re living it on a speedway. We’ve become masters of multi-tasking, yet it still feels like there are never enough hours in a day. Time is very precious and the art of prioritization helps us decide how we’re going to...
How to Save Money on Emergency Airfares
When it comes to airline travel, we always hear the words Plan Ahead. Well, it’s hard to plan ahead for unexpected emergencies when the top concern is getting there. Traveling for emergencies like a death in the family or sick relative. Last week on my way down to...
Support Hunger-Free Families
During these challenging economic times, food banks need your support to help feed hungry families. I joined Feeding America’s Tell 10 campaign and I encourage you to do the same. Feeding America “is the largest domestic hunger relief organization with over 200 member...
Happy Veterans Day
Today is Veterans Day, a day we honor the men and women who served in the military. We salute our veterans today - Thank You for your service and dedication to our country. For those of you in Chicago, check out the Events Planned Across Chicago To Honor Veterans. "As...
