Category Archives: FICO

One Tip To Save Thousands Each Year!

Posted on May 1, 2012 by elliek

When I was a little girl I was a big fan of Peter Pan (the Lost boy not the peanut butter) and I believed in fairies. I remember making fairy wings with my seven-year-old girlfriend, they were beautiful. We would … Continue reading →

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Quick and Easy Steps to Healthy Finances in the New Year

Posted on January 3, 2012 by elliek

With the hustle and bustle of the holidays at a close, I remember what it was like to play with the new toys from Christmas long after ringing in the New Year. It was the time of marbles, pick up … Continue reading →

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Black Friday: Fact or Fiction?

Posted on November 21, 2011 by elliek

The Kay family has been waking at the crack of dawn the Friday after Thanksgiving for almost two decades in order to save as much as 50% on our Christmas purchases. But does all that hot chocolate and bleary-eyed effort … Continue reading →

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ABC NEWS – Q&A From Military Members & Families

Posted on October 31, 2010 by elliek

Here’s a “Hero Shot” of hubby Bob and his F-4 Phantom, that he flew up until last year when a jet incident caused him to break his back. Thankfully, he is fully functional, but his injuries will not allow him … Continue reading →

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What Should You Teach Your Three Year Old About Money?

Posted on August 30, 2010 by elliek

Here we have the world’s cutest four year old, three year old and 7 month old! But what should they be learning about money right now? So how do you raise a kid that owns his car, debt free, owes … Continue reading →

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