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GED vs High School Diploma

by Karin D. Thompson

So you have a high school student struggling to pass the standardized tests to graduate? Or, maybe you had to drop out of high school to help the family or because you just didn't think that diploma was... published 2 years ago

5 comments    family education finance

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My child didn't pass the FCAT, now what?

by Karin D. Thompson

A friend of mine came to me about two weeks before the end of the school year in a panic. Her son, a third grader at a local public school, did not pass the FCAT reading test. She was devastated. Now what?... published 18 months ago

4 comments    family technology education

Dealing with creditors doesn't have to be a humiliating experience85

How to Negotiate with Creditors

by Karin D. Thompson

When the phone rings do you cringe, worried it's another bill collector? Do you hate going to the mail box because you know another creditor is sending a letter asking for payment? Dreading the mail box and... published 17 months ago

2 comments    finance money credit

Paying Down Debt Can Be Fun, If You Know Where to Look72

How To Find Extra Cash to Pay Down Debt

by Karin D. Thompson

Since my hub is dedicated to two major aspects of life, education and money management, I've been doing a lot of research to continue to bring information you can use. Today I listened to a clip on the... published 16 months ago

1 comment    money internet how to

Freezing leftovers can make a meal for later a snap with the right tools.71

Alright, Freeze! Packing up leftovers

by Karin D. Thompson

So you made a big dinner, spaghetti and meatballs or lasagna. And what started out as enough ingredients for one meal has somehow filled one big pot or two casserole dishes. After two nights of the pasta,... published 2 years ago

0 comments    health family home

Dual Enrollment Classes are a great way to earn college credit for free62

How your high school student can receive college credit for free

by Karin D. Thompson

Can you believe we are in the middle of July? In Florida, that means the days students have to sleep the day away are numbered. If you haven't started already, it will soon be time to determine what classes... published 17 months ago

1 comment    family education home

Getting a loan is harder than ever but not impossible71

How Your Credit Score Can Change Youre Life

by Karin D. Thompson

My husband and I bought our current home about six years ago. Back then, the price we paid for our 4 bedroom 2/12 bath home seemed like an enormous amount. Then, the market in Florida went nuts and people in... published 16 months ago

2 comments    life home money

Baking soda has more uses than you may know, including removing stains from clothing66

How Baking Soda Can Save You Money

by Karin D. Thompson

Every Sunday evening I do the same thing. I drive home from church with my family, drop them off and head to the grocery store for the week. With my list, I head inside and purchase the fruits, vegetables,... published 16 months ago

1 comment    family life home

Be sure to read the fineprint to find out more about fees your bank may levy51

How Your Bank is Costing You Money

by Karin D. Thompson

A few months ago I thought I'd try something a little different. I basically have all of my money in one credit union. I have a long term savings account for emergencies and then a regular savings for... published 15 months ago

1 comment    finance money how

There are great deals for back-to-school if you know where to look.52

How to Find the Best Deals for Back to School

by Karin D. Thompson

In Florida and in many other states, tax free week is about to begin. So while you begin to buy school supplies and clothes for your kids, be sure you consider more than just the fact that you can pick up a... published 16 months ago

0 comments    family money how to


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