Paying in Cash?

How would you feel if your service employees asked to be paid in cash? Would you suspect that they were trying to shave a little off of their taxes? Is it your job to “police” the people you employee for various jobs around your home? Many couples face this dilemma and may not be in agreement with each other. The Ethicist addresses this question and details why it is best to report all income when filing taxes, in his April 9, 2025 response, Our Gardener Wants to Avoid Taxes. Should We Pay Him in Cash?

Save Now, Save Later

pink_piggy_bank250x250Up for a challenge?  Then give “No-Spend-November” a try.  Be part of this new trend and see what it can do for you.  The woman featured in the article says it saved her finances and even helped her get on the path to saving for various goals.  Just imagine if skipping the takeout for a month could free up the cash to pay-off a credit card or finance that trip you’ve been wanting to take?  Would you be willing to try it?  You know you want to, so get thinking and stop spending!

No-Spend November’ Can Help You Find Leaks in Your Budget