Phone Apps That Help Keep Your Kids Safe
Money, Technology
Motherhood is without a doubt one of the most challenging and exhausting roles a woman will ever experience. Endless responsibilities can sometimes leave you feeling both physically and emotionally drained, especially with the challenges of…
Celebrating Mardi Gras with the Kids in New Orleans
Money, Traveling
Living in New Orleans during Mardi Gras is a lot of fun. I will first tell you that it’s a myth that Mardi Gras is a tourist-only holiday. And you may also be surprised to know that this holiday is very kid-friendly. All you have to do…
8 Essential and Free Apps For Moms
Money, Technology
So your tween has had an allergic reaction to the lip gloss she wasn’t supposed to have on in the first place, and you have to check those symptoms before you decide if a trip to Urgent Care is really necessary. Meanwhile, has your bestie…
Couponing Tips For Busy Moms
Dollars and Sense, Money
I am not ashamed of my mad coupling skills and I'm willing to share my coupling tips with you. The fact of the matter is that I have only a few simple principles that help me save 30 to 60 percent on my grocery bill every single time I shop…
Why I Left My Heart In Haiti
Money, Traveling
It´s hard to imagine the beauty of a country like Haiti unless you’ve traveled there. Even after the devastating 2010 earthquake that put Haiti in the news for unfortunate reasons, its natural charisma shines through. I was lucky to spend…
Why You Need a Marital Agreement
Dollars and Sense, Money
Contrary to common belief, prenuptial agreements (aka premarital agreements) are not just for wealthy tycoons and celebrities deemed most likely to divorce. While legal agreements of this type are commonly used to protect the assets of a wealthy…
Apps to Help You Kick Bad Habits & Shape Up
Money, Technology, Ticker
No matter what your New Year’s resolutions were, there are plenty of apps out there to help you stick to them. And if you’ve fallen off the wagon, don’t despair. It’s never too late to start over and kick your bad habit once and for…
Can a Coke Commercial Divide America?
Money, News & Politics
Maybe the marketing executives at Coca-Cola knew what they were getting into when they dreamed up this year’s Super Bowl commercial. The 60-second spot, which celebrates the diversity of America through music and imagery, has stirred up…
7 Tips for Managing Money & Relationships
Dollars and Sense, Money
Carmen Wong Ulrich is President and Co-Founder of ALTA Wealth Management, an independent financial planning firm that advises clients on financial issues and growing wealth. She is nationally recognized for her frank advice on money matters…