Dear Piggy Bank, It’s most of the way through July and we’re going to blow our summer budget if we’re not careful. How do we stay on track during the summer? The kids are out of school, we’re taking some holidays, there are bbq’s and less hours at work? Simmering Summer Budget Dear Simmering Summer […]

Dear Piggy Bank, I am expecting my first child and just about to go on maternity leave but I’ve been so excited about the baby I haven’t really thought past getting ready for the baby to arrive. I finish work in a couple weeks and realize we haven’t thought much (ok, at all) about how […]

Dear Piggy Bank, I’ve always wanted to travel but there doesn’t seem to be the money to take a trip longer than long weekends or a flight home at Christmas to see my family. How do I make this happen? Hopeful Traveler

Dear Piggy Bank, I’m an elementary school teacher and as June draws to a close I battle with two feelings. I can’t wait for the break after another busy year but I also feel guilty that I haven’t set aside the money. I know that I’ll have a big credit card bill by September. I […]