If the check engine light is a constant companion in your car, this post is for you. And we get it, we really do. Money’s tight, and you can only pay for so many things before whipping out the credit card. We have a few reasons why being proactive can cost you the least amount […]
How to Make Paying Your Taxes Easy (and Maybe Groovy)
It’s about time to make Uncle Sam one happy fellow, but before you dig into W-2s, 1098’s, tax credits, tax deductions, and online software like H&R Block or TurboTax, let’s answer the more important questions, like what music will get you through this hours-long slog of adulthood? Step One: Katy Perry Let’s just start by […]
Make Roads Trips Bearable With Podcasts
A podcast is a downloadable audio program. It’s like downloading a radio show that you can listen to whenever you want. Better yet, you can subscribe and it will download new shows automatically. Whenever you’re bored and have some time to kill, you can pick up your phone and choose the new episodes you’ve signed […]
Adopting a Highway in North Carolina: How It Works
Almost daily we drive by Adopt-a-Highway signs and think little of them. It’s a community service thing, we think, for fraternities and nonprofits and people who like to volunteer on the weekends. That’s all well and good, we think, but shouldn’t the state be responsible for maintaining the roads? Why are some people taking custodial […]
Thinking About Donating to Charity? Here’s Why You Should
Charitable giving increases at the year’s end thanks to tax deduction offers and the reminder that many people are in need. In case you need a clear reason to take the plunge, we’ve assembled a couple of points to think about when writing a check or reaching for your wallet. We hope you have a […]