News headlines continue to detail the struggles homeowners face keeping up with escalating adjustable rate mortgage payments, the collapse of subprime lenders and mounting home foreclosures nationwide.

When it comes to gifts, guys like a little romance just as much as the gals do. And for many men, nothing says “romance” like luxury – from their grooming items right down to their power tools.

Winter is here and nothing says comfort like coming in the door and smelling a delicious and nutritious dinner just a moment away.

Each holiday season families across the country are faced with the classic entertaining conundrum – how to put a special meal on the table without spending an eternity in the kitchen. In recent years there has been an increase in classic holiday comfort foods made in shorter preparation times. These time-saving innovations deliver “convenience cooking” that doesn’t skimp on homemade flavor.

The holiday season is an exciting time -- people look forward to time off from school and work to see friends and family, and to indulge in the spirit of the season. Keep in mind that this time of year also offers wealth building opportunities that are frequently overlooked by the average consumer.

It won't be long before the familiar melody of “Pomp and Circumstance” will be floating through the air in gymnasiums, stadiums and even kindergarten classrooms as graduates of all ages embark on a new journey.

Back-to-school shopping can be an exhausting and expensive experience and many parents start off on the wrong foot before they even get to the store. But there are simple ways to make this annual shopping trip efficient and affordable.