Ok, so it wasn’t exactly a practical new year’s resolution…it was actually a “new house” resolution this past spring…but regardless, I was really surprised the impact just five minutes could have on myself, my kids, and husband. Here are my three 5-minute practical new year’s resolutions (or for any time of the year when you are ready […]
Everything you need to know about home office tax deductions
As tax time fast approaches, make sure that you have everything in order for home office tax deductions. According to Forbes, an estimated 26 million Americans have home offices, but just 3.4 million taxpayers actually claim home-office deductions. Why? In the past home office deductions often triggered red flags with the IRS. But, with the invent of […]
Best Appetizer Recipe: Spinach and Artichoke Dip
Looking for an easy, crowd pleasing appetizer to bring to the party? From tail-gating, to New Year’s Eve, birthday parties, to casual get togethers, this spinach and artichoke dip is EASY to prepare and will please EVERY palette! PROS of this Spinach and Artichoke Dip Recipe: Easy to make (basically, you end up throwing everything […]
2017 Christmas Gift Guide & ideas for Men, Women, Teens & kids!
Gift giving can be stressful…and tiring…and EXPENSIVE…but, it doesn’t have to be! First, let’s look at what makes a great gift. FIRST: What makes a great gift? Innately, people are relational and study after study show that the majority of people are most happy when they are spending time with other people. In fact, […]
Is it ok if we talk about this? Why We Tithe
Finance Video – Testimony from The House on Vimeo. (A note before we start: Regardless if you practice the Christian faith, another faith, or no faith at all, tithing or making offerings is found in all major world religions and is a universal principal of the earth. What you sow, you will reap from. You […]
How to get or opt out of Christmas Gift Exchanges (without looking like a Scrooge!)
A few years ago, my husband was laid off from his job and we told our family that we wanted to opt out of gift exchanges. And we did. Given our financial circumstances it was gladly accepted. And it was great! Less stress and LESS MONEY spent, but we still enjoyed time with our family and […]