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Tips on how to Create a Reasonable Budget for Your Family. Living on a budget can seem daunting. Creating one can seem even worse. Believe it or not, knowing where to start is the toughest part. Here are a few tips for jump starting your home budget after you've built up a $1000 emergency fund … [Read more...]
If you are wanting to stand out as a virtual assistant or are already one but really want to learn how to stand out from the crowd I have some tips for you to keep in mind. You can rise above the rest with excellence, perseverance, and a willingness to always learn more. Good luck on your VA … [Read more...]
If you are looking for a fairly flexible work from home job becoming a VA or Virtual Assistant may be just the thing for you. It is a job that really offers a lot of options to stay at home moms, college students, or as a secondary job. While many clients like to have an assistant during set … [Read more...]
Tips for Building up a $1,000 Emergency Fund Quickly You know what is nice? Having an emergency fund put together for when an emergency happens. Financial emergencies happen all the time, but most Americans resort to using credit cards. Not anymore! You do not have to be a slave to credit. Here … [Read more...]
7 Reasons Why Becoming a Minimalist is a Good Idea Are you kicking around the idea of becoming a minimalist? You know, you’re not the only one that is considering becoming a minimalist! It’s a way of life that is unlike anything else out there. Minimalism encourages you to live off what you need. … [Read more...]
If you live in the Chicago area or are planning on visiting during the holiday season you want to consider making the BMO Harris Magnificent Mile Lights Festival a part of you and your family's plans this year! This is the 5th consecutive year that BMO Harris has been the title sponsor of the BMO … [Read more...]
Over the summer my Mom plants the largest garden anyone has ever seen, I'm pretty sure that everyone in town could be fed fresh delicious tomatoes all summer long from her garden. It's one of the huge benefits to living close to family. Canning and freezing vegetables from the garden has turned … [Read more...]
Disclosure: This post is sponsored by FoodSaver® Are you looking for a great way to save time and money when it comes to meals and feeding your family? We have a great way to save money while still getting a nutritious breakfast into your family before they head out the door. To be honest, I … [Read more...]
Making the decision to take your blog into a professional and full-time career is not for the light at heart. The hours involved are nothing short of insane and in the beginning it probably makes more sense to work a part time job bagging groceries. Not kidding in the slightest, making money in … [Read more...]
Last week we talked about ways to Cut Your Grocery Bill in Half, I mean, let's face it - feeding our families is not cheap. The older they get, the more the eat and the more we spend! We shared some great tips and ideas on cutting back on your grocery spending that are sure to help … [Read more...]
Let's be honest - feeding your family is expensive! It seems to be getting worse and worse the older my boys are getting, I can barely keep my cabinet and refrigerator stocked with enough food to fill them up and that means I'm spending more and more on groceries. I wanted to dive into a few tips … [Read more...]
If I'm totally honest with myself, I'm a little bit addicted to online shopping. There's nothing better than being able to shop from the comfort of my house, with a cup of hot coffee and without having to get all "done up" to do you. You guys know what I mean, we're not always in the mood to put … [Read more...]
This post brought to you by DeMet’s TURTLES®. The content and opinions expressed below are that of The Taylor House. It's the season for giving and who doesn't love TURTLES® clusters? Those delicious creamy treats are high up on my favorite goodie ever list! This year I thought I would put … [Read more...]
Is your house ready for company and guests? Maybe you have your tree up and the mantel is decorated but your table needs a little love? I feel like I really struggle with what the right thing to put as my centerpiece is but lately I've decided that you just can't go wrong with beautiful flowers. … [Read more...]
Disclosure: I partnered with Lutron for this post, all thoughts and opinions are 100% my own. One of my favorite parts of the holiday is decorating my house and getting it ready for company. I adore putting up several tree's, garland, and all those beautiful decorations that come with holiday. … [Read more...]
Can you believe that Christmas is just a few weeks away? My boys always know it's that time of year when the Toys R' Us Big Book of Awesome arrives in our mailbox! They pour over this book, circling gift ideas and adding things to their wish list for Christmas. This year our Toys R' Us guide … [Read more...]
