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Is It Better To Sell Home By Owner Or Use Real Estate Agent?

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If you’re thinking about selling your home, you want to get the best price possible. Eliminating realtors’ commissions puts more money in your pocket. But does it make sense to sell your house without a realtor? Will it save you money in the long run? And how much work will it be? There are benefits […]

How Can I Save Money On Moving Expenses?

Moving to a new house or apartment can be exciting. It can also be stressful, especially if you’re on a budget. Between the phone calls, paperwork, and heavy lifting, the time and money it takes to move adds up. But with a little planning, you can reduce stress and save money when you move. Research […]

Budgeting for New Baby: How Do I Prepare Without Breaking the Bank?

Baby care products make up a $74 billion industry in the US, and it’s estimated the average new parent will spend tens of thousands of dollars in the first year alone. If you’re not careful, preparing for your new baby can quickly bust your budget. The industry heavily markets “must-have” products you and your baby […]

Is It Worth The Money To Have Someone Do My Taxes?

Whether you’re excited your last tax statements arrived or you’re dreading pulling all of your tax paperwork together, it’s time to do your taxes. Aside from wondering if you’ll owe the IRS or get a refund this year, you might also wonder if it’s worth the money to have someone else prepare your taxes. Either […]

Are There Advantages To Buying A House In The Winter?

Ready to buy your first home or move up to your ‘forever’ home, but waiting for winter to pass first? For many, the cold winter winds and snow squalls put house hunting plans on hold. But, could waiting for flowers to bloom and backyard pools to open stop you from finding a home you love […]

Is There Value In Buying An Extended Warranty?

You’ve budgeted for it for months. Now, finally, you’re in the store, buying your long-awaited (fill-in-the-blank: dishwasher, iPhone, smartwatch, used car). “Would you like an extended warranty with that?” you’re asked. Hmmm. “Do I?” you think. Typically, extended warranties are a relatively low-cost add-on to your pricey electronic, car, or even home purchase. So it […]

Is Pet Insurance Really Worth The Money?

There’s no denying we love our pets. They’re even considered family members by many owners. With 68% of all households in the United States owning at least one pet, it won’t surprise you plenty of money is spent on our furry, feathery, and scaly friends. According to the American Pet Products Association, close to $70 […]

What Are The Best Ways To Save Money On Dental Care?

You wonder how much insurance will cover when a reminder for your next dentist appointment pops up on your calendar. You can’t sleep because of a toothache, but insurance coverage through your new job doesn’t start for weeks. You’ve put off routine cleanings the last few years because you don’t have dental insurance and you’re […]

What Can I Do Now To Save Big On Next Summer’s Vacation?

If you’re already thinking about your summer vacation amid this dreary winter weather, who can blame you? And if you’re thinking of using credit card travel rewards to book your summer trip, now is definitely a good time to start planning your vacation. How to Plan Your Summer Vacation with Travel Rewards First, you need […]

What Are The Best Ways To Save For College?

The growing cost of college for our children can be downright overwhelming. Many parents are still paying off their own student loan debt. So thinking about the best ways to save for their kids’ college often gets delayed. College costs in the US have steeply increased over the past few decades. From 1985 to 2011, the […]

How Can I Save Money On Prescription Medications?

According to the Kaiser Family Foundation, well over 4 billion retail prescription drugs were filled at pharmacies in the United States in 2017. If you’re generally healthy, have good insurance, and only need to fill a prescription a few times a year (or less), you may not worry about how to save money on prescription medications. […]

How Can I Optimize Holiday Shopping For Savings And Rewards?

It’s that time of year again! The time when most of us get our credit cards out and spend more than we usually do. Holiday shopping is so much more than just buying gifts though – think about the amount of money you spend on groceries for the holidays! If you’ve ever hosted a Thanksgiving […]

Is Opening A Store Credit Card The Best Way To Save Money?

The holiday season is here, and you’re beginning to think about all of the shopping you need to do! Whether you did some planning and set a budget for the holidays or not, it’s important to think about what you can afford to spend. Clever marketing by retailers can have you believing you’re saving when […]

How Can I Save Money On Glasses, Contacts, And Eye Care?

An unfair truth of life: if you lost the DNA vision lottery and need corrective lenses, not only do you have to deal with the hassle of eye exams, glasses, or contacts, you have to pay for it, too. We at Women Who Money understand as a lot of us wear glasses or contacts. So […]

What Auto Insurance Coverage Do You Need For An Older Car?

If you drive an older vehicle, you’ve probably wondered what insurance you really need and how you can save money on it. You don’t want to spend more than you need to when insuring an older car. At the same time, you want to make sure you have the right coverage in case you’re in […]

How Do I Save Money and Have a Happy Halloween?

Kids are back in school, leaves are changing colors, and the scent of pumpkin spice is in the air. Skeletons, ghosts, and spider webs decorate store aisles, and candy sales are popping up everywhere. We’re fast approaching the day that brings out the kid in all of us each year – Halloween! If you’re not […]

Google’s Project Fi Review: Is It As Good As They Say?

The Women Who Money Team and their family members use a variety of cell phone carriers. We’ve researched and used MVNO’s (Mobile Virtual Network Operators) and some of us still contract with the “Big 4” services (Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile, and Sprint.) There are so many MVNO’s now and we’ve reviewed a couple – Total Wireless, […]

What Are The Best Ways To Furnish A Home On A Budget?

No matter your position in life – whether you are just starting out and need pretty much everything for your first place or if the kids have left the nest and you need to replace a few worn out items – you want to furnish your home on a budget. You’ll always love the couch […]

What Should I Watch Out For When Buying A New Car?

New car models have hit the showroom floor, your current vehicle’s transmission just died, or your family expanded and it’s time to get a minivan. Whatever your reason for buying a new car, you’re hesitant about jumping into the whole vehicle shopping experience. You’re not alone. According to a 2016 study by Beepi Consumer Automotive […]

Is Graduating From College In Three Years Good To Do?

It’s no surprise people are looking at alternatives to traditional four-year undergraduate degree programs. One popular option is graduating from college in three years to avoid significant costs of a fourth year. According to the College Board, average public in-state tuition runs about $10,000 per year, and average private college tuition costs are more than […]

Republic Wireless Review: Save Money With Good Service

The Women Who Money Team and their family members use a variety of cell phone carriers. We’ve researched and used MVNO’s (Mobile Virtual Network Operators) and some of us still contract with the “Big 4” services (Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile, and Sprint.) We hope highlighting our experiences will help you make better decisions about what cell […]

How Can I Avoid Paying PMI (Private Mortgage Insurance)?

You’ve been saving for months (or years!). But you’re still far short of the amount you need for the traditionally advised 20% down payment on a new house to avoid paying private mortgage insurance. When saving up for a new home, especially your first, it can feel like forever before you’re able to save the […]

Want to Earn Cash Back When Shopping? Try BeFrugal

The Women Who Money Team uses different cash back and coupon sites, along with a variety of apps to save money when we shop in-store and online. This review is on the cash back and coupon site BeFrugal. It was written by Vicki, co-founder of Women Who Money and founder of Make Smarter Decisions. She’s […]

What Home DIY Projects Are The Best To Tackle?

If you’re thinking about a home project or renovation, you’ve probably thought about doing it yourself. All the popular home DIY shows make it look easy and even fun! It’s only human to want to save money, learn new skills, tap into your creativity and bask in the glow of a finished project you did […]

Eating Healthy Foods While Traveling or On The Go

A big struggle many people face while traveling is eating healthy foods. While enjoying delicious tasting food is often a big part of vacations, it’s wise to choose the healthiest food options available for on-the-go eating during travel times. You want to feel good and enjoy your trip, not endure an upset stomach and gain ten […]

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Is It Better To Sell Home By Owner Or Use Real Estate Agent?

How Can I Save Money On Moving Expenses?

Budgeting for New Baby: How Do I Prepare Without Breaking the Bank?

Is It Worth The Money To Have Someone Do My Taxes?

Are There Advantages To Buying A House In The Winter?

Is There Value In Buying An Extended Warranty?

Is Pet Insurance Really Worth The Money?

What Are The Best Ways To Save Money On Dental Care?

What Can I Do Now To Save Big On Next Summer’s Vacation?

What Are The Best Ways To Save For College?

How Can I Save Money On Prescription Medications?

How Can I Optimize Holiday Shopping For Savings And Rewards?

Is Opening A Store Credit Card The Best Way To Save Money?

How Can I Save Money On Glasses, Contacts, And Eye Care?

What Auto Insurance Coverage Do You Need For An Older Car?

How Do I Save Money and Have a Happy Halloween?

Google’s Project Fi Review: Is It As Good As They Say?

What Are The Best Ways To Furnish A Home On A Budget?

What Should I Watch Out For When Buying A New Car?

Is Graduating From College In Three Years Good To Do?

Republic Wireless Review: Save Money With Good Service

How Can I Avoid Paying PMI (Private Mortgage Insurance)?

Want to Earn Cash Back When Shopping? Try BeFrugal

What Home DIY Projects Are The Best To Tackle?

Eating Healthy Foods While Traveling or On The Go

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