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1. Is the Freshman 15 a Myth?
[DIET&FITNESS]
Among the perils of a new school and entirely new environment lies the myth - or is it? - of the Freshman 15, those 15 or more extra pounds gained during the freshman year. Many factors cause weight gain in college - heavy drinking, all-you-can-eat dining plans, late-night binges, no more high school sports and a lack of Mom's wholesome cooking all contribute. {relatedarticles}The situation isn't as dire as imagined; a 2008 study... Read More
Among the perils of a new school and entirely new environment lies the myth - or is it? - of the Freshman 15, those 15 or more extra pounds gained during the freshman year. Many factors cause weight gain in college - heavy drinking, all-you-can-eat dining plans, late-night binges, no more high school sports and a lack of Mom's wholesome cooking all contribute. {relatedarticles}The situation isn't as dire as imagined; a 2008 study... Read More
2. Saving For Your Child's College Education
[MOMS]
Paying for college is one of the largest expenses a parent will face in their lifetime, other than paying for a house. Because of this, care needs to be taken as well as special planning and allocations of finances in order to take the burden away from this expense. Starting early is the best option, even when your child is a toddler is not too soon. Consider the following timeline for saving for your child's college education. ... Read More
Paying for college is one of the largest expenses a parent will face in their lifetime, other than paying for a house. Because of this, care needs to be taken as well as special planning and allocations of finances in order to take the burden away from this expense. Starting early is the best option, even when your child is a toddler is not too soon. Consider the following timeline for saving for your child's college education. ... Read More
3. Income Tax: What You Can Deduct
[MOMS]
The tax man cometh. But are you taking advantage of all the credits to which you're entitled? The cost of child-rearing is mind-blowing, which is why Uncle Sam feels inclined to cut you a break -- literally. Before you complete your taxes this year, make sure you've taken advantage of these tips for you filing. Are you aware of the child and dependent care credit ? If your child is in daycare, you can report up to $3,000 for one... Read More
The tax man cometh. But are you taking advantage of all the credits to which you're entitled? The cost of child-rearing is mind-blowing, which is why Uncle Sam feels inclined to cut you a break -- literally. Before you complete your taxes this year, make sure you've taken advantage of these tips for you filing. Are you aware of the child and dependent care credit ? If your child is in daycare, you can report up to $3,000 for one... Read More
4. 10 Ways to Know if Your Child is Ready for College
[MOMS]
Spring is the time of year when high school juniors are learning about different colleges and high school seniors are receiving their acceptance letters. Yes, and a great many high school seniors will receive those other kinds of letters as well: You’ve been waitlisted, or even worse, the rejection letter. But sometimes a rejection letter means a college is... Read More
Spring is the time of year when high school juniors are learning about different colleges and high school seniors are receiving their acceptance letters. Yes, and a great many high school seniors will receive those other kinds of letters as well: You’ve been waitlisted, or even worse, the rejection letter. But sometimes a rejection letter means a college is... Read More
