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This week I would like to talk about not only places to save money, but also places to save our time and frustration. Many times a week we look at a place or tool and think that would be nice, however the money involved is not worth the purchase. This can be true and when it is we need to weigh the... Sign in to see full entry.

I want to thank each of you for reading my blog this week. This is a difficult subject and due to the subject has definitely put some people off. Please feel free to invite them back. Next week will be something much lighter. Have a great weekend and enjoy the weather. I am sure it is nice in some... Sign in to see full entry.

Security is a large stressor during this emotional time when we have lost someone close to us. We come to think of everything as a violation of self. So here are some hints which may help. If the deceased is cremated and in an urn in your home. Make sure to let the important people know, especially... Sign in to see full entry.

There are two more ways to help conserve on final expenses. One of them is by donating your body to science. This must be done prior to death and in most states must have a notarized document accompanying the death certificate from the attending physician. This is not a free service. We need to be... Sign in to see full entry.

One of the biggest expenses involved when a person passes is the services and especially the vessel used to contain the remains. Please remember that there is no right or wrong answer here, this is strictly a matter of personal preference. Of course, the desire of interment means not only an... Sign in to see full entry.

Yes the medical cost can be extremely high during the last few months of a persons life. It is also true that the emotional toll be very high. However none of this compares to the cost of final disposition if not planned out it can be ten fold the medical cost. It is good to plan in advance but it... Sign in to see full entry.

There are so many reasons why death is expensive in our culture and we need to take the time to look at our life and expectations for the cost involved. There is no right or wrong here. Personal beliefs no matter what they are should be honored and never scrutinized. We each are raised to have... Sign in to see full entry.

This week’s blog will look at the cost of dying. To be clear, this is not a discussion of spirituality, religion, ethnic guides, personal beliefs; it is directed at the financial side of a passage we all must take at one time or another. First let’s look at the financial and personal side of the act... Sign in to see full entry.

There is a most effective way to save money twice. Windows, yes the energy company will help with the cost and installation; while as the days wear on the windows themselves will serve to cost less in energy use. Double paned windows are so good at keeping the temperature inside comfortable while... Sign in to see full entry.

The world of automobiles is certainly different, from say ten years ago. Not only the price of cars, fuel and upkeep but the kind of driving we now do. Most of the people seem to think that fixing their car and continuing to drive it is the way to go. And frankly I agree in most cases. However, if... Sign in to see full entry.