Daily Money Manager Archives

Aging without Family – It’s Not as Scary as You Think!

Post category:Seniors & Caregiving
Post last modified:December 1, 2023

A growing number of Americans are retiring and aging without a spouse or adult children to help them. In fact, research by Dr. Maria Torroella Carney, chief of geriatric and palliative medicine at Northwell Health in Great Neck, New York, states that 22% of people over 65 are “solo seniors” or “elder orphans.” And that number is only going up. In 2016, Carol Marak set out to make life easier for these people. She started the Elder Orphans Facebook…

Simple Money Management Skills to Develop Today

Post category:Personal Finance
Post last modified:December 1, 2023

Do you make a good salary but still feel like you struggle to find money to pay the bills every month? Or maybe you run out and spend your paycheck the minute it hits your bank account – forgetting that you've already got bills and credit cards to pay. Money management sounds scary, and many people are overwhelmed and don't know where to start. The good news is that with just a few simple skills, you can change how…

Budgeting Apps to Simplify Your Life

Post category:Personal Finance
Post last modified:March 6, 2024

For many people, budgeting can be tedious and stressful. It seems easier to avoid it – and in the short term, it may be. But you know that long-term you need to have a budget. Thankfully, it's a lot easier to create a budget with the help of some great apps. No more tearing your hair out in front of an Excel spreadsheet – try one of these specialty apps instead. Disclosure: This post may contain affiliate links, which…

Daily Money Manager: A Key to Streamline Personal Finance

Post category:Personal Finance
Post last modified:January 9, 2025

In the hustle and bustle of modern life, managing day-to-day financial tasks can become overwhelming. This is where a Daily Money Manager (DMM) can be a game-changer. But what is a Daily Money Manager, and how can they help you? The Role of a Daily Money Manager Explained A Daily Money Manager is a professional who assists with everyday financial tasks. Their expertise spans a broad spectrum of services, including bill payments, bank account reconciliation, budgeting, financial organization, document…

How a Personal Assistant Can Help with Your Finances

Post category:Organizing & Productivity Personal Finance Shopping
Post last modified:February 3, 2023

You’ve indeed got it all. Great family, adorable kids and a career you’ve worked hard for, perhaps one that takes you out of town with some regularity. You’ve finally achieved the success you’ve been looking for, and you couldn’t be prouder if a bit pressed for time and a bit stressed. Sometimes you wish you had an “elf” (aka a personal assistant) to help with it all. And then you get the call; your aging parents need help. After…