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April
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Posted by: Melissa @ Mommy Living the Life of Riley on April 15th, 2013    Filed in: Product Reviews

The Neat Company Today is April 15th, the end of another hectic tax season.  I finished my taxes last month, but have to admit that it took an entire weekend to get all of my receipts, documents and other information organized and totaled up.  Swimming in a sea of paperwork is absolutely no fun at all and it's so easy to make a mistake once it comes to itemizing the numerous deductions most of us take on our taxes.

Every year, I vow to be more organized so that next year's taxes won't be such a chore, but I've never really found a great way to do so.  That is, until I discovered the brand new document scanning system from The Neat Company.  Keep reading to learn more about the one tool that will simplify your tax preparation once and for all!

I reviewed the NeatReceipts Portable Scanner from The Neat Company, which retails for $179.95 FREE SHIPPING.

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February
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Posted by: Melissa @ Mommy Living the Life of Riley on February 2nd, 2013    Filed in: Tips, Techniques, How-Tos & Advice
Saving Money

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Losing weight used to be the numero uno New Year's resolution, but the ugly economy has shoved this lofty goal down to second place on 2013 lists.  A survey commissioned by Fidelity Investments found 46 percent of respondents said their highest priority was to save more money.

Eating right and exercising are straightforward, however, in comparison to paying off debts and socking away rainy-day cash. Of late, it feels like slipping on a Walmart sidewalk is the only feasible retirement plan; yet the top long-term goal cited in the survey was to make retirement a financial reality.

If solvency and savings are at the top of your resolution list, you'll want to give a gander at these top tips for 2013.

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January
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Posted by: Melissa @ Mommy Living the Life of Riley on January 30th, 2013    Filed in: Tips, Techniques, How-Tos & Advice

Super Bowl PartyWith New Year's Eve a distant (and possibly hazy) memory and Memorial Day still months away, the Super Bowl is one of the only party-worthy occasions of the season. Last year's game saw more than 111 million viewers, making it the most-watched TV show in US history.

Though Americans gather around the television in droves to take in the big game, it comes at a time when money is tight. Between catching up on Christmas credit card bills and dreading impending taxes, most aren't spending more than they have to. Luckily, celebrating the Super Bowl doesn't require much expense or extravagance; try these tips for a fun and frugal Super Bowl party.

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January
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Posted by: Melissa @ Mommy Living the Life of Riley on January 10th, 2013    Filed in: Tips, Techniques, How-Tos & Advice
Health Food Shopping

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By now you know which foods are healthy and which are not. Fruits and veggies should be snack staples, while Doritos and Red Bull really shouldn't be part of your daily intake. Though you have a handle on where and what to buy, your new year's resolution to eat healthier seemingly conflicts with your other goal to spend less money.

According to the USDA Economic Research Service, the average cost of fresh fruits and vegetables will increase between 3.5 and 4 percent in 2013. Not surprisingly, that's higher than the estimated increase for sugar and sweets.

Despite these projections, healthy food doesn't have to put a huge dent in your bank account. Follow these 13 strategies for smarter health food shopping on a budget.

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January
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Posted by: Melissa @ Mommy Living the Life of Riley on January 5th, 2013    Filed in: Tips, Techniques, How-Tos & Advice
Saving Money in 2013

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Spending less and saving more money are among the top goals on typical New Year's resolution lists. Heavy holiday spending coupled with potential tax hikes from the fiscal cliff make these goals even more important in 2013. To help, here are 13 easy ways to save more in 2013.

1. Dine Out Less
Have you ever calculated how much eating out eats into your budget? In 2011, the average family dished out $2,620 for dining out. Year-end bank and credit card statement summaries should quickly show you how much you spent at restaurants this year. You'll likely be surprised to learn how much you can save by staying home.

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January
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Posted by: Melissa @ Mommy Living the Life of Riley on January 3rd, 2013    Filed in: Tips, Techniques, How-Tos & Advice

PBS KidsWas one of your resolutions for 2013 to get your mobile app library in order? Or better yet, to focus on finding better quality apps? In a recent survey of parents of kids 2-10, parents reported that the number one factor for selecting an app was the educational quality.

To help parents and kids start the 2013 year off right, PBS KIDS has compiled a list of some of the best FREE and educational apps for kids. Not only are they learning tools, but they are also fun, engaging and feature some of their favorite PBS KIDS characters. Here’s a look at what should be in everyone’s 2013 App Library:

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