KateHorrell

You know what is really easy? Noticing when other people say something not-so-smart. It is a lot harder to hear when YOU are the person saying something not-so-smart. A couple of months ago, I was chatting with an acquaintance about their upcoming cruise. I asked if they were doing anything at the various port calls…. | Read More…

I haven’t posted recently, but not because I have been sitting on my bum and eating bon-bons.  Though that sounds lovely. I’ve been up to my ears researching two topics that are super-important to me right now:  being a long-distance landlord, and how being military might affect my kids’ chances of receiving need-based financial aid… | Read More…

A reporter recently asked me for some homebuying tips.  I could probably write a book, but there are plenty of those out there already! Here are the things I said: 1.  Everything is negotiable, even if you are buying new construction.  In addition to negotiating price, ask for stuff:  closing cost help, a new fridge… | Read More…

D. Trinidad Hunt is an educator, consultant and trainer.  She once said, “Life is made of millions of moments, but we live only one of these moments at a time. As we begin to change this moment, we begin to change our lives.” What does this have to do with your money? Changing your financial… | Read More…

Volunteering is a great thing, and I encourage everyone to volunteer in some fashion. Be sure, however, to consider the costs before jumping head-first into a situation that might not be right for your finances. Travel Usually, volunteering requires traveling to some location or another. Some organizations reimburse for mileage, or you can deduct the costs… | Read More…

Even before we were married, my husband and I agreed that I would be a stay-at-home mom with our children when they were small.  His job in the military isn’t really family-friendly, and we thought it was important that the kids were cared for by a parent. By great chance, my job was eliminated shortly… | Read More…