Elle Martinez

Money Saving Ways to Help Your Child Stay Active on this National Child Health Day

October 3, 2016 / Elle Martinez

While it can be hard to keep up with little ones, being active is a natural way for kids to stay healthy along with eating well. As a mom with two kids, I know how they love to mix things...

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Education

Going Back to School After 40: Know The Tax Benefits

September 21, 2016 September 26, 2016 / Elle Martinez

Going back to school, whether to start a degree, finish up one from years ago, or pursue an advanced degree can be both rewarding and stressful. Working on papers, handling work assignments, and/or taking care of family can be a...

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Home

Five Rules to Deduct Your Home Office

August 8, 2016 September 7, 2017 / Elle Martinez

Starting and running your business from home can bring tremendous benefits besides the pay. Without a long commute, you can have more time for family and since you probably have lower expenses (no rent and utilities for an off-site office space), you...

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Family

Back to School Savings for Families

August 2, 2016 / Elle Martinez

With another school year starting soon, many families are hitting the stores to go back to school shopping. Before you head out the door or go online, make sure you are armed with two basics things: a list of what you need...

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Tax Planning

2016 Tax Holiday Savings

July 5, 2016 / Elle Martinez

With the warm weather and vacation season here, it’s easy to take a mental break from the regular routine. However, to help you remember that summer can also be a big time for saving, and here are some tax free opportunities for you to...

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Income and Investments

How To Throw Your Own Budget-Friendly Staycation

June 24, 2016 June 27, 2016 / Elle Martinez

Want to have a great time this summer, but you’re low on cash? Taking a staycation can be the perfect solution. Here are ten ways you can truly get away from it all and recharge without leaving your town limits. Live Like a Local, Enjoy...

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Income and Investments

3 Ways to Celebrate National Best Friends Day

June 8, 2016 / Elle Martinez

Everything is better when you add the right company and best friends definitely count as some of the best company. With so much going on, time can slip by and before you know it, it’s been months since you and...

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Tax Deductions and Credits

Your Guide to Vacations and Taxes

May 24, 2016 / Elle Martinez

Taking the family along on a business trip this summer? Learn how to save on your taxes and take the tax deductions you’re entitled to on your working vacation. It’s tricky to mix, but with the right mindset and careful...

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Income and Investments

4 Frugal Fun Vacation Tips

May 2, 2016 March 15, 2017 / Elle Martinez

Summer is coming soon and for many families, it means time for vacation. While Disney World can extremely fun (I know I’ve been there a few times), it can be expensive, but it’s not the only kid friendly destination for...

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Income and Investments

Time to Save for Vacation

April 28, 2016 / Elle Martinez

Spring is the perfect time to plan ahead and save for your trips. We’ve actually been doing that ourselves, both for business and for vacations. Since we recently bought a house, we’re sticking with a debt free policy on our trips...

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