Tagged with "Home"
19 Tips for Keeping Home a Safe Haven
MR says: What else do you do to help make your home a safe and happy haven? When you step out the door and walk down the street, you are surrounded by a deluge of influences, some of which are temptations from Satan. Parents may wonder how they can keep their children safe from the prevalent influences of...
The Secret Formula for Making A Heaven On Earth
MR says: A great reminder that there is no perfect person or family. When I was 14 years old I received my Patriarchal Blessing. This is a very special blessing for Mormons which is given by a man holding the...
Dave Says: How to Transfer Your 401k
If you move to a new job, what should you do with your 401k? Dave has the answer to this tricky question. Dear Dave, How should I handle my 401(k) when moving from one job to another? Tracy Dear Tracy, I would roll it to an IRA. Your new company, if you move it there, will have limited...
SPONSORED: Benefits of Homeownership for Younger Adults
Young couples just starting a life together may view homeownership as an impossible goal, or at least something to consider years down the line. But according to the National Association of REALTORS®, home affordability is at a record high for all Americans. Younger adults starting out in the...
FHE: The Importance of the Family
"The family is ordained of God. Families are central to our Heavenly Father’s plan here on earth and through the eternities." -Neil L. Andersen Conference Talk: For more information on this topic read “ Children ,” by Elder Neil L. Andersen, Ensign, Nov 2011, 28. Thought: The family...
Power Parenting in the LDS Home: 5 Mistakes to Avoid
In a day when the family is being attacked from all sides, it’s important to keep this fundamental unit of society strong from within. Luckily, parents can help their children and strengthen their families if they avoid making some common parenting mistakes. This article originally...
SPONSORED: How to Plan for a Successful Retirement
Women may face unique circumstances when it comes to retirement planning. All retirement planning brings challenges and requires careful research, but women may face certain unique circumstances that often place them at greater risk when it comes to achieving financial security in their later years.
Dave Says: The Importance of Being Kind in Business
This is great advice on how to be merciful and kind in the business world. When should we be merciful and when should we expect justice? Dear Dave, I own a one-bedroom condo that I’m using as a rental property. The current tenant’s old agreement is up soon, but she signed a new lease less...
Dave Says: How Should You Use Your Pay Raise?
What do you do when you finally get that pay raise that you've been hoping for? How should you spend it? Dave says use it to help you get out of debt faster! Dear Dave, I recently got a new job that will increase my income by $20,000 a year. I’ve got $65,000 in debt, and I’m trying to pay...
Ultimate Disaster Preparedness Guide
Don't let a natural disaster catch you off guard this year. Get prepared with this ultimate guide. Home fires, downed power lines, and winter weather can be just as deadly as earthquakes and tornadoes. It’s important to prepare for natural disasters, but our NEW Disaster Preparedness Guide ,...
Making Your Home a Temple
MR says: A home should be a sacred, special place, just like the temple. For more ideas to bring a peaceful spirit to your home, check out this great article by LDS Living on creating a faith-focused home.
Dave Says: How to Manage Stock
When your company gives you stock, how should you go about managing it? Dave has some words to the wise about stock. Dear Dave, My wife started working at a pharmaceutical company that gave her a few thousand dollars’ worth of stock. In the last year that stock has doubled in value. We’ve...
5 Easy Ways to Create a Faith-focused Home
Our homes are reflections of our unique personalities, and as such they are a great way to quietly share our beliefs with those who visit them. Check out these five quick tips to help your home reflect your beliefs. An LDS visitors' center is a great place to take a gander if you’re looking...
Dave Says: Top Tip to Getting Out of Debt
How much does transferring funds to a lower interest rate really help you in your efforts to get out of debt? Dear Dave, I’m trying to pay off my credit card and get out of debt. Do you think I should transfer the balance to one with a lower interest rate while I do this? Kelsey Dear...
Dave Says: How to Invest in a Roth IRA
When your employers don't offer to match your 401(K), then how should you invest your money to make sure you're safely growing your bank account? Dear Dave, I’m 26, and I just started a new job making $50,000. I’ve also been offered a 401(k) with no match. Should I put money into the 401(k)...
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