2009 Tuition Assistance Info

January 07, 2009 | Kate

Elsewhere on Military.com, you can find a brief overview of the Armed Forces Tuition Assistance program, as well as links to the individual services websites.  The reimbursement limit for 2009 … [Read more...]

A New Year's Revelation

January 07, 2009 | Kate

I have an unusual New Year's tradition.  Sometime in the month of January, I sit down and figure out our family's net worth.  It is always interesting, sometimes delighting, and occasionally … [Read more...]

Making Menus

January 06, 2009 | Kate

 Well, as part of my goal of getting out of debt in 2009, I'm going to cut back my food budget.  Making a menu in advance has always worked for me, so I'm sitting down right now to … [Read more...]

New to Consignment or Thrift Shops?

January 06, 2009 | Kate

I've always enjoyed shopping at consignment shops or thrift shops.  However, I get that many people are put off by the thought of buying used clothes.  If you are one of those people, check … [Read more...]

What's Obama's Plan?

January 05, 2009 | Kate

On my long drive last weekend, I kept hearing about Obama's economic stimulus package.  What I didn't hear, however, was any concrete information.  In case you've been wondering what all the … [Read more...]

How I'm Going to Meet My Financial Goal for 2009

January 05, 2009 | Kate

I've been trying to make some new goals for 2009.  It is so hard!  Well, making the goals isn't hard.  What is hard is making goals that are managable, then working out a plan for … [Read more...]

No Credit Needed: 20 Things That Rock About Being Debt Free

January 04, 2009 | Kate

Over at No Credit Needed, another fantastic post:  20 Things That Rock About Being Debt Free.  I have to say, NCN does good work at his site.  In addition to the great articles at his … [Read more...]

More Free Antibiotics (Prenatal Vitamins, too!)

January 03, 2009 | Kate

I'm not sure if there's a connection, but I read in my local Giant grocery store advertisement that they are offering free antibiotics now, too.  The list of included medications is available … [Read more...]

Tara Talks with a Money Therapist

January 03, 2009 | Kate

Elsewhere at Military.com, Tara Crooks interviews Marcia Brixey, author of The Money Therapist.  The podcast can be listened to on your computer, or downloaded to your MP3 player.  Marcia … [Read more...]

Quotable: Francis Bacon

January 02, 2009 | Kate

"Money is like muck - not good unless it be spread." … [Read more...]

A Unique Perspective on Clearing Your Closet

January 02, 2009 | Kate

Technically, this article isn't about saving money.  But over at BlogHer, Susan Wagner writes Celebrate the New Year with the Wear Everything Challenge.  It is an interesting take on the … [Read more...]

Reflecting on the Christmas Past

January 01, 2009 | Kate

Now that we've had a few days to recover from Christmas and all the associated eating, shopping and traveling, it is time for me to reflect on my planning and spending.  I tend to be a little … [Read more...]

Dust on Your Crockpot? Not Anymore

December 31, 2008 | Kate

I like my slow cooker - I like it a lot.  Putting food in while I'm still firing on all cylinders (which seems to end around lunch) make dinner time a lot more pleasant at Casa Kate.  But I … [Read more...]