Looking to orchestrate a Thanksgiving meal that’s both easy on the host and budget friendly for everyone? Check out this economical holiday menu. All that’s left is to delegate. For the host: Roasted Herb Chicken (Instead of Turkey) Why it’s budget-friendly: Chicken is often cheaper and more accessible than turkey, plus roasting a whole chicken…
Forget the fear. Let’s scream with laughter at these clever Halloween commentators: “Heard a rival dad is planning to hand out king size candy bars for Halloween so now every trick or treater that comes to my house is getting a full rack of ribs.” – Simon Holland “I don’t have to worry about…
No need to break the bank or dress like a healthcare worker with loose morals this Halloween! Here are a few budget friendly ideas that can be put together at the last minute that will have your fellow party goers in stitches. Bonus, no itchy make-up or uncomfortable shoes required. Ceiling Fan: This costume…
What, too much cash? Never. Agreed! The green I’m speaking of that you may have too much of is that summer bumper crop of zucchini. Here are three ideas for using that stunning summer squash. Zucchini Noodles (Zoodles) I tried a zucchini noodle dish at a restaurant recently and immediately wanted to try it at…
Do we have to be serious all the time about investments? Here’s hoping that even when stocks and bonds go down, a sense of humor can keep us from making emotional trading mistakes.
It’s the time of year where summer plans are top of mind. Here are three reasonably affordable Colorado hot weather activities – whether you live here (as many of my readers do), or are drawn to the state for the beauty and climate. Visit Ouray, CO! Men’s Journal recently named the Southern Colorado town of…
Thanks to alert reader and social media expert Catherine Tidd for bringing to my attention an article about unusual jobs. Many clients would do anything to retire tomorrow but can’t afford it. Maybe I need to have some handy alternative careers ready. In some cases, it’s much better to make less money at work you…
…and anyone else who may deserve a show of gratitude, need a pick-me-up, or merit a congratulations. First of all, I’d like to publicly thank my CPA, Elizabeth Moore of Ryan Gunsauls, O’Donnell, PC. Not only does she put up with my chronically late information submissions, but there is also no one I’d rather have…
It was suggested that I write an article about the Delta Dental annual report about the average Tooth Fairy payout decreasing in 2023. And I just couldn’t figure out anything to say about it. The a-ha moment I got from USA Today article discussing the report is that people actually try to extrapolate serious economic…
You know I love a guest interview to break up the monotony of relentless financial topics. This month, I’m thrilled to feature Devon DeLong of Landscape Connection. Devon has some quick tips for perking up your garden with plants that thrive in Colorado. Kristi: Is it true that you can’t plant in Colorado before…
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