By: Kara Stevens
Every day, many people are looking for an apartment, condo, or home to rent. In most cases, the landlord of the property will more than likely give you an application to fill out and charge an application fee as well. With so many people applying for the same complex or units, there are a list
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By: Kara Stevens
The holiday season can be very stressful for a number of reasons. People may feel alone, there is more traffic than normal in the malls, and there is the pressure to buy the perfect gift. It can definitely be overwhelming, but here are some tips on how to stay calm, maintain your sanity, and actually
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By: Kara Stevens
I know that I am not the only one that gets in their emotions when the sun sets early and the weather starts to get frigid and evil. Sidenote: The older I get, the more I identify with Blanche, Rose, and Dorothy from The Golden Girls. I was watching some reruns the other day and
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By: Kara Stevens
Thanksgiving is my favorite holiday. With tons of great food, good conversation, and laughter I am always thankful for a full belly and a smile on my face by the end of the night. But not everyone gets excited about Thanksgiving or the holiday season. Trouble with finances, ended relationships, death, challenging family situations, and
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By: Kara Stevens
At some point over the next day or so, you will think about what you are most thankful for this holiday season. While this a good practice, sometimes we think more about what we don’t have or what we currently need. When we are struggling these feeling are natural, however, don’t let it turn you
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By: Kara Stevens
One of the great things about working as a personal finance coach is that I get to help women enjoy breakthroughs as it relates to their relationship with money. Recently, I was working with Susan, a client who was accustomed to relieving stress through shopping and eating. She recently had a breakdown and resorted
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By: Kara Stevens
Recently one of our consulting clients called me to ask a question about payment. My first thought was, “Oh no, I did something wrong!” In that moment I realized a pattern of defaulting to the thought that I made a mistake when it comes to money. In truth I have made mistakes in the past.
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By: Kara Stevens
“My family has money and we still shop secondhand. How do you think the rich stay rich? Did you know Mary Kay clipped coupons?” One day, I was on a plane to San Diego and, I was speaking to the guy next to me about investing in yourself and the conversation expanded to the difference
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By: Kara Stevens
“Remember, you have been criticizing yourself for years and it hasn’t worked. Try approving of yourself and see what happens.” ~Louise L. Hay Do you agree with the following statements?: We tend to be harder on ourselves than we are on others. We often forgive others for mistakes before we forgive our own
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By: Kara Stevens
Hey Frugal Feministas, You know that I have been serious about helping you break-up with broke! I launched my FREE four-part video series How to Break-up with Being Broke last week to give you tips and tools to make you financial life robust and juicy. If you haven’t seen these videos, then you can get
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