Budget Plans

Every business plan includes a budget. A nursing home budget should cover a myriad of income and expenses that cover operations, staffing, medical equipment, housing and all the furnishings, insurance, licenses and marketing. The Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality, a division of the U.S. Health and Human Services department,... more »

These days, retirement or sending the kids to college takes planning ahead. Financial planners--professionals once accessible only to the wealthy---are now available to the general public to help plan future financial needs and strategies. Always look for a financial planner who is a Certified Financial Planner (CFP). The CFP... more »

Hard times call for drastic measures, and some families are forced to choose between heating their residence or filling the refrigerator. Local energy-assistance plans attempt to keep people connected, but it's an uphill battle against rising energy costs. Congressman John McHugh (R-New York) has introduced a bill to Congress that may... more »

Living by a budget is a sound way to control finances and save for major purchases, such as a house, college and retirement. If you constantly have difficulty managing your finances, a budget can put you back on track and strengthen your financial skills. more »