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This is where I will be sharing what I hope will be helpful and encouraging advice, funny stories, and valuable guidance.

Join the iValue Photo Challenge

Join the iValue Photo Challenge

How would you like a chance to win a $25 Amazon Gift Card?!  (You know how much I love Amazon!!!) You may have heard I recently revamped my iValue Quiz. (It took a long time and I so excited to have it ready to share!) Not only is it a bit more entertaining to take...

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Why Budgeting Fails

Why Budgeting Fails

It's obvious right? You're just not disciplined enough, not dedicated enough, not committed enough to stick to your budget.  If that's the voice you hear in your head, listen up.  I have some information you may want to consider before you try to muscle your way...

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Actually Enjoy Your Holidays This Season

Actually Enjoy Your Holidays This Season

Can you hear it? The excited chatter, little squeals of joy and your favorite Christmas carols.... Can you smell it? Pine, cinnamon, ginger bread, and cookies baking in the oven... Can you feel it? It's the magic of the holidays! It sounds so nice doesn't it? But...

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Money Anxiety – Calm It Now!

Money Anxiety – Calm It Now!

You know the type of anxiety attack I’m talking about. We’ve all been there. The shortness of breath, the tightness in the chest, the world closing in, the dread in the pit of your stomach (that’s always the worst for me), the hotness on the back of your neck, or...

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Say “Yes” Instead

I have trouble saying “no”.  And I know I’m not alone in that boat! (Right?) Many of us have trouble saying “no”. And while we may be very aware of that and are working to change. The mere thought of having to say “no” for fear of disappointing someone or missing out on something can […]

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Can Money Really Buy Happiness?

Good question.  Can money really buy happiness? My automatic response used to be, of course not.  Happiness can’t be bought! Then I’d think about it again.  I suppose money can provide opportunities that lead to happiness. Not to mention that if you look around it seems like most of us are chasing after happiness with our money.  So […]

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