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In these financially-strapped times, the thought of using money you barely have to enjoy yourself might ignite stressful feelings. In fact, a lack of disposable income can lead some to almost never involve themselves in fun or extracurricular activities outside of basic cost of living. However, some mental health experts believe working to pay bills without making time for recreation can lead to major stress. If you desire to have fun but you’re constantly void of funds, here are seven ways to have a good time on a budget. —Quassan Castro

7 Ways To Have Fun On A Budget

You don't always have to spend money to have a good time

In this economy everyone is about saving money which leaves fun by the wayside, well…

By Quassan Castro

Posted: November 29, 2011 Tags: A Purse of Your Own, board games, budget, date, Deborah Owens, economic downturn, family fun, Netflix, recession, recreation, resources, save money, Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture, stress

From Black Friday door buster specials to pre- and after-Christmas sales, the start of the holiday shopping frenzy may soon engage your inner shopaholic—and leave you with a mound of debt by New Year’s. The average American is expected to spend a little more than $700 on holiday gifts and seasonal merchandise in 2011, according to the National Retail Federation’s 2011 Holiday Consumer Intentions and Actions Survey. Nationwide, sales are expected to reach $465.6 billion, putting retailers in the black.

If the shopaholic in you is ready to be unleashed, take steps to control your spending habits so you aren’t left in the red, with credit card debt and an empty savings account before the year is over. Here are some useful tips to control your inner shopaholic this holiday season. —Lynette Khalfani-Cox

5 Holiday Shopping Tips for Shopaholics

Don't get caught up in the craziness of the holiday shopping season, here are a few tips to stay on course

It’s holiday shopping season and shopaholics need be wary of falling into financial trouble. Here…

By Lynnette Khalfani-Cox

Posted: November 28, 2011 Tags: Black Friday, budget, Christmas, Christmas list, credit card debt, Cyber Monday, holiday shopping, online shopping, shopaholic, shopaholics anonymous, shopping, Thanksgiving

Ask the Money Coach: A Super Easy Budgeting Tip That Works

Learn how to make the most of your money with this simple rule

Money Coach Lynnette Khalfani-Cox tells you how to budget and make the most of your…

By Lynnette Khalfani-Cox

Posted: November 15, 2011 Tags: budget, budgeting, Lynnette Khalfani-Cox, Money, planning and budgeting

Even Millionaires Have Budgets. Two Reasons You Should, Too

Two rules to help you create a successful budget

No matter how you configure your budget, the money coach Lynnette Khalfani-Cox says to have…

By Lynnette Khalfani-Cox

Posted: November 9, 2011 Tags: Ask the Money Coach, budget, budgeting and planning, budgets, Lynnette Khalfani-Cox, millionaires

Getting On Track

White, who at one time had a credit score of 710 before filing for Chapter…

By Sakina P. Spruell

Posted: October 21, 2011 Tags: budget, budgeting, money habits, money management, wealth strategies, women and money

When a Relative Dies and You Can’t Afford the Funeral

The Money Coach tells you what to do if a relative passes away and the burial costs are out of your budget

Money Coach Lynnette Khalfani-Cox tells you what to do if a relative passes away and…

By Lynnette Khalfani-Cox

Posted: October 17, 2011 Tags: Ask the Money Coach, budget, cosumer affairs, Finances, funeral, Lynnette Khalfani-Cox, Money

3 Signs Your Man is Bad with Money

Here's how to handle a beau who spends beyond his means

Madame Noire details 3 signs that your gent isn’t good with his finances. Take note…

By BlackEnterprise.com

Posted: September 12, 2011 Tags: budget, couple finances, couples, dating, financial fitness, marriage finances, money management, Personal Finance

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Get it Together, Diva: Plans B, C, and D are Always a Good Look

Proper prioritizing and preparation can help to cushion life's bumps

When it comes to life, prioritizing and practicing due diligence in all aspects is def.…

By Janell Hazelwood

Posted: August 16, 2011 Tags: budget, emergency plan, financial disaster, financial planning, financial preparation, money management, planning and budgeting

Stop Burning Cash!

In three real-life situations, experts show how to create a workable budget so you can take control of your money and meet your short- and long-term goals.

Do you smell the odor of burning currency? If you ever find yourself wondering where…

By Bridget McCrea

Posted: August 1, 2011 Tags: budget, budgeting, debt, debt elimination, debt management, debt reduction, paying down debt

Nelson Mandela turns 93 (Photo by Media24/Gallo Images/Getty Images)

In the News: Nelson Mandela Turns 93; UConn Alumna Fights for 13-Year-Old Prodigy and More

Headlines around the web

See what’s going on in the world with today’s compilation of news around the web

By Janel Martinez

Posted: July 18, 2011 Tags: Apartheid, Autum Ashante, budget, Congress, debt ceiling, federal debt ceiling, health care, In the News, Nelson Mandela, Sierra Leone, Single Ladies, South Africa, Stacy Littlejohn, UConn, VH1, White House