college savings
A Florida 529 Savings Plan
“But mom, can’t we go to the movies again this weekend?” whined my tween. I knew she wouldn’t like my answer but it was important for her to understand why we didn’t want to spend another $100 going to the movies with the family a second weekend in a row. “Sweetheart, although going to the […]
Gift a College Education
We are often stuck with what to get a baby as his/her first gift. Another blanket? Another board book? A cute outfit for his/her next party? While each of these gifts are darling and will be well-appreciated, Smart Mamas and Grand Mamas ought to consider gifting that baby a college education instead. Yes, you can […]
Celebrating College Savings with Florida Prepaid
2019 has hit the ground running. Can you believe that we are already in February? The first month of the year always seems to be the fastest and the longest for whatever reason. I’m ready for February. Are you? The start of this cupid month not only means that we will be buying class Valentine’s […]
Back to School with Batch Cooking Tips and More
Managing the school day schedule can be daunting. After school activities and commitments take up our days. We drive to soccer, dance, piano lessons, the orthodontist and birthday parties to name a few. By the time we settle at home, it’s time to quickly get the kids bathed, fed and put to bed. There is […]
Kids Earning & Saving Money this Summer
This post is done in partnership with the Florida Prepaid. All opinion are my own. Kids are home from school. Summer camp, while great to get them out of the house, gets costly. Why not take these 8 weeks having the kids earn some money rather than spend so much? Kids earning money can be […]
Saving Dollars & Cents with a Florida 529 Savings Plan
They say that the days are long and the years are fast. I couldn’t agree more. We just wrapped up 1st grade and 5th grade in this house. Where has the time gone? Where are the dirty diapers and watching their first steps? Those milestones have passed all too quickly. I cannot believe my oldest, […]