Yes, we have too much stuff – both our own and inherited items. We have greatly reduced the items in our home by scanning and tossing/shredding paper / photos, giving away, trashing and selling, tag sale, but there is a long way to go. We’re in a Craig’s List phase now of posting items and selling one by one. Our goal is to make significant progress before Labor Day. What have you done? What suggestions do you have for us?
Too much stuff in your home?
We have been dealing with this at our home. We have inherited our parents stuff. We cleaned out the stuff, but now we are on a mission to clean out the personal items – family photos, slides & movies, stuff that may be worth money. Do we really need all this stuff?
Need some encouragement to live within your means
What destinations are on your travel bucket list?
If money and time weren’t an issue, where you you travel to?
Spring Cleaning Your Finances
Spring is a great time of year! One of my favorites, as the weather turns warmer and the days are longer. For us, it means more time outside and that can be from getting my garden planted and the thrill of fresh vegetables right in my backyard, to having meals outside; either just us or with friends and family. We can open the windows to air out the winter stale indoor air and sleep comfortably with the windows open all night. It means exploring the outdoors, maybe taking a walk in a new neighborhood or park, picnics and movies in the park.
With spring comes weddings and graduations – new beginnings. This can be true for all of us, even if we don’t have a milestone event coming up.
Traditionally, spring makes me think of spring cleaning and tackling the heavier cleaning throughout the house. We can do the same for our finances. For the graduate, you can start them off with the gift of good finances – being able to start to plan their money and finance proactively and make planned purchases versus impulse buying. A great way to start would be the gift of my book, Cash Credit and Your Finances: The Teen Years.
For those who want to get your own finances back on track, 111 Ways to Save or Thrive In Five: Take Charge of Your Finances in 5 Minutes a Day will give you the push you need to get your finances in order.
You can order my books through my website or by order form. If you use the order form, you have the option of me personalizing the book. Just print the order form, fill out the recipient information section, and mail it to the address on the form or fax it to 203-504-7995. For the month of June 2017, we are also offering free shipping on all book sales that are ordered with the order form via mail or fax.
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Got vacation plans coming up?
We always recheck the pricing on hotels, cruises, rental cars and more. Just last week, we found our hotel room was $60 less per night. Made a new reservation and cancelled the original. Make sure to check your reservations to save more money.
New uses for things to travel with
I always use travel pill cases when I travel – but not for pills. This time I used it to take my earrings, necklaces and other jewelry. All stays organized and it’s easy to carry or pack. For more tips, follow my blog at www.JillRussoFoster.com.
Saving money with our garden
The first strawberries of the season! Organic, home-grown strawberries ready for the picking. All you pay for is the cost of the plants. These come back each year. Remember to use netting so the birds don’t get them first.
Is your recent grad looking for their first job?
This is a great article about recent grads and tips for getting their first time job. Read more
Graduation is nearing …
Do you want your teen to start off their money and finances is a good way? Teach them to make choices that are right for them and come from a place of understanding. Give them the gift of Cash, Credit and Your Finances: The Teen Years. It’s simple to order at JillRussoFoster.com. If you want them book personalized to them, use this order form to order from us directly.
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