If you’re thinking about applying for a new U.S. passport, sooner is better than later, as the fee is set to increase $10, to a total of $145 for an adult, on April 2. The increase, aimed at recapturing the true cost of issuing a new passport, will not affect passport renewals by mail, according to the U.S. Department … Continued
Oh, the woes of being popular during the holidays. Each party invitation comes with an unwritten expectation to spend money on transportation, a host gift and a festive outfit. But party hopping doesn’t have to be expensive. Cut yourself some slack and accept these three fundamental truths. 1. You don’t have to attend every party … Continued
As soon as the Halloween decorations come down — BAM! — it’s Christmas shopping time. Radio stations are playing Christmas music, stores add to the displays they’ve had up since September and next thing you know, the holiday season is in full swing. Thanksgiving gets squeezed tighter and tighter every year. It’s hard to see … Continued