Author Archives: Jenni Snook

Today, with the current economic and debt crisis, we are getting advised to continue saving money. Although the country has enjoyed a great economic boom in the 90s and other times in the past, there could still come a time when you and your partner could find yourselves out of work. In order to avoid economic hardship, it is advisable to put aside 2-3 months worth of salary in case you find yourself in unemployment. Continue reading →

Credit card debt is not something that is unavoidable, and despite it being the cause of over a million bankruptcies every year, it is something that can be successfully avoiding with some simply home budget planning on your behalf. This is because many apply for and obtain credit cards without fully understanding the contract. Moreover, people with credit cards go on to spend like crazy without keeping track of expenses, miss payments, and get the shock of their lives when they have to pay annual fees, and as a result their debt increases enormously. Continue reading →