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What Does It Take to Reclaim an Acreage?

Jenny Smedra / June 9th, 2022 / No Comments

My dad was a dreamer. And about 30 years ago, he made his biggest one come true. All he had ever wanted was to move to the country. So, after saving for several years, he and my mom finally found the perfect property. Over the next five years, he built our family home where they raised kids and then grandchildren. However, my dad was diagnosed with a terminal illness that brought his dream to a halt....

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How To Make Money by Renting Out Exotic Pets

Jenny Smedra / May 19th, 2022 / No Comments

Many animal lovers look for ways to turn their passion into a fulfilling, lifelong career. In addition to caring for these animals, some people have found ways to make money by renting out exotic pets. What Are Exotic Pets? Although the definition varies by culture and location, exotic pets are rare animals that are not typically kept as pets. This includes any animal that isn’t native to the...

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The 10 Highest Paying Jobs for Women

Jenny Smedra / May 5th, 2022 / No Comments

I come from a very large, matriarchal family. My husband can tell you that he is far outnumbered by women at all of our family gatherings. And, it seems like this trend is continuing into the next generation with several nieces and cousins. I also take an active role in my nieces’ education and want to help them become strong, ambitious independent women. As they enter their high school years,...

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7 Bad Effects of Saving Too Much Money

The Bad Effects of Saving Too Much Money

Jenny Smedra / April 28th, 2022 / No Comments

The first piece of financial advice we receive as children is to “save your pennies.” Although this is a good standard for most people, there are times when penny-pinching can affect your mental, physical, and fiscal health. Here are 7 bad effects of saving too much money to watch out for. 7 Bad Effects 0f Saving Too Much Money 1. Your savings isn’t working to your benefit. If you...

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