What people with a lot of money teach their kids about money
Everyone either learns about money or learns about money the hard way People who have $3 million or more usually have learned how to handle money, and…
Month: August 2023
The man who paid himself in $1 bills
In 2015, Scott Parker told The New York Times about a fascinating lesson he taught his six children about the value of money. One day, he had his bank pay…
Use your inheritance wisely
Traditional advice on handling a windfall such as an inheritance is all about the one-third plan. Spend a third on something you want or need. Pay off…
Insure collectibles
Most home insurance policies do not cover collectibles, but if they do, the coverage limits may be just $1,500 to $2,000, according to Go Banking. If you…
Purpose for money
“Give your income a purpose. Whether it’s paying off debt, saving for an emergency fund or investing for retirement, there should be clear long-term goals…
Avoid nosebleeds from nasal sprays
Prescription nasal steroids such as Flonase, Nasonex, and others are often more effective than antihistamines for stuffy noses due to fall allergies. But…
Three ways to freeze tomatoes
From the University of Minnesota Extension: 1. Slice tomatoes into at least 1/2-inch slices. Put slices on a cookie sheet and freeze for 2 hours. Remove…
Many families care for loved ones
Your neighbors are caring for a loved one. According to the White House, at least 53 million people are family caregivers in the United States. Of those,…
Get the most from a small space
* Hang mirrors to reflect light into the room. * Use slim decorative window shades, not draperies. * Use tables topped with glass. * Mix smaller pieces of…
Tricky names of luxury brands
It’s one thing when you don’t know how to say quinoa (it’s keen-wah) or that Chinese chicken dish named for the General Tso (tsah-ow). But, luxury brands…