If you have children, it seems to happen nearly every year as your child’s birthday approaches -- the requests for an amazing birthday party. Birthday parties are expensive, and if you have a tight household budget, birthday parties may seem impossible to pull off.  When you consider venue, food,...

It’s the time of year when everyone is thinking of a vacation.  A couple of days of rest and relaxation sounds wonderful and would help you and your family to recharge. There’s only one problem: vacations are expensive. Thankfully, with a few minor adjustments, saving for your vacation ...

The crooked front teeth and massive overbite were probably a clue. But, for many parents, the news that your child needs braces and the details about just how much it’s all going to cost can cause anxiety and prompt you to wonder if there is a way to make braces more affordable. Ready for some sti...