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Designate a Family Office Manager | Marriage & Money

Family Balance Sheet

Chapter 17 in this book is titled, “Why not run the family office?” ” Stanley wrote about Susan, a wife and mother who handled all of the financial tasks in her home, from budgeting to making investment decisions. She treated her role like a job and helped her family achieve financial independence.

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Meet a Reader | Mid-Atlantic Julia

The Frugal Girl

My husband and I have four kids ranging from age 3-8, and I am a stay-at-home mom. Last year, to make a little extra cash, I started boarding dogs through Rover, and I am about to start a very very part time job using my RN license for a home care company. Fancy haircuts, color, etc.

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What’s Next for ME?

Family Balance Sheet

Since the fall of 2005, I have primarily been a stay at home mother to our two daughters. My husband and I agreed early in our marriage that our goal was for me to stay at home with our children. Does back-to-school mean big changes for your family too? I’ve laughed hysterically and giggled uncontrollably.

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Book Nook: But Definitely Wear Mascara: Hacks to Help you Love Your Mom Life (and Yourself) a Little More

Motherhood Moments

Oden walked away from a lucrative career as a lawyer to be a stay-at-home mom before eventually returning to the legal field part time to strike the balance she needed. Nurturing your career while nurturing your family is not easy, and there are a ton of opportunities to find yourself on the Hot Mess Express along the way.

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Increase Your Income | 31 Days to Find $1000

Family Balance Sheet

Find a Part-Time Job. Years ago, a neighbor started delivering newspapers to increase their family’s income. She was a stay at home mother and the hours fit her husband’s work schedule. Find a Seasonal Part-Time Retail Job. Find a Seasonal Part-Time Retail Job. Can you tutor?

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Celebrating Your Season

Family Balance Sheet

I'm no longer a stay-at-home mom. I'm working part-time outside of the home, 3 days a week, while our 4 year old attends pre-K. If I could only squeeze those chubby little baby thighs just one more time. Celebrate it.one math page at a time. I don't want to wish this season away.

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25 Ways to Find Money for Your Emergency Fund

Family Balance Sheet

If you are self-employed, work for a company or in an industry that is unstable, or maybe you or someone in your family has medical issues, you might want to save 6-12 months of expenses. It sounds dreadful, but it is possible to reduce your grocery bill without making everyone in your family miserable. 6 – Eat dinner at home.