Welcome back to the Costco Boxing Ring! This week, to counter the non-love of Rebecca Kennedy, we have Addie McHale, CFP ® to extoll the virtues of a Costco membership. Kristi: When did you get your first Costco membership? Why? How long did you have it? Addie McHale: I have been going to…
I hate clutter. And most anything that doesn’t have immediate use to me is clutter. My mom once said about me, “Don’t stand still in Kristi’s house for more than two minutes or she’ll donate you to Goodwill.” Some people might be insulted by that statement, but it made me proud. Now it’s summer…
Well, these are more like quotes about motherhood, but what better time of year to share them? Happy Mother’s Day! “Mothers of teenagers know why animals eat their young.” ~ Author Unknown “It would seem that something which means poverty, disorder and violence every single day should be avoided entirely, but the desire…
According to a survey of 5,000 people by GoBankingRates in 2016 the top five New Year’s Resolutions were: Enjoy Life to the Fullest Live a Healthier Lifestyle Lose Weight Spend more time with family and friends Spend less, save more In order to achieve Resolutions 2 and 3, many people joined a new…
Let’s face it there are just some traits you are born with. For example, you are either a runner or not a runner. I fall firmly in the not runner camp. You are a dog/cat/reptile/no-pet person. You are a saver or a spender. You are a morning person or a night owl. You are an…
I think this is the blog where I am supposed to gush about my wonderful family and brag to you about all of my successes in 2016. Gobble, gobble, who wants to read that? So, in no particular order: 1.The election is over, so I can quit coming up with excuses why I’m not…
People often ask, “Kristi, how do I look fabulous while keeping my financial goals on track?” Okay, that never really happens, but it’s a fun blog topic! Here are some fashion on a budget tips from my friend and professional image consultant, Dana Lynch (www.elementsofimage.com). Q: What are fashion purchases that should be avoided…
#1: Buy discount team merchandise featuring your club’s latest incarcerated player that was traded to the Baltimore Ravens. #2: For your tailgating or game viewing party, purchase beer that is on sale because it’s approaching 90 days since the born-on-date. Your guests will never know the difference. Also, stock up on Velveeta and Rotel…
Okay it’s the middle of summer and some of us may be questioning some major life choices – like the decision to procreate. Here are some funny quotes about parenting to distract you for a few minutes. “If you don’t want your kid to be late for camp because ‘the cat isn’t being…
Who hasn’t told someone or been told, “Money doesn’t grow on trees?” Money through the ages hasn’t always been valued by gold, silver, and copper. Money is often a reflection of what was valued as a society. Here is a small sampling of ancient currencies to give you some perspective on our changing values over…
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