{Every Woman Should Know} How To Jump A Car

Published on November 24, 2014November 24, 2014 by Danielle YB VasonLeave a comment

I had to learn how to “jump” a car out of necessity. It was a reactive skill because for months, my then new Mercedes C-Class had major battery drainage issues. Instead of being a damsel in distress, I became the type of woman who could jump a car in 4 ½ stilettos thanks to my Dad and the Mr. Let’s be honest, what’s the good in keeping jumper cables in your trunk for emergencies if you don’t know how to use them? I remember years ago having to jump my car from my friends Mercedes SUV. Her instinct was to call AAA because she was sure I was going to blow up her truck. We both drove off happy and inspired. I was happy to be on the road again and watching me doing it for myself inspired her because she had always depended on others in situations like.

Check out this super easy chart as a refresher for a skill “Every Woman Should Know

What Was The 1st Car You Ever Had?

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{Wise Words} Are You Attractive?

Published on November 19, 2014January 2, 2015 by Danielle YB VasonLeave a comment

{50/20/30} Beginner’s Guide To Saving, Spending, & Living Life

Published on October 21, 2014November 24, 2014 by Danielle YB VasonLeave a comment

I always say that every financial rules may not work for you and your financial situation. No one can tell you exactly what amount to save, what amount to spend, and how exactly you should invest; however, when people find something that works…you should find a way to make it work for you.

Three percentages that may change the way you live, spend, and save are the 50-20-30 rule, as explained by the good folks over at Forbes.

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{Wise Words} Quote of the Week

Published on August 1, 2014July 31, 2014 by Danielle YB VasonLeave a comment

This is an oldie, but goodie. Instead of doing my normal “Wise Words“, I’d like to share a quote with you that shows, it’s not smart to mess with a smart woman. During a radio interview with Sway and Lauren Conrad, a caller asked her, “What’s Your Favorite Position”? Her answer, well, it’s a classic!

Oh Lauren Conrad… I remember being in high school watching her on MTV during her high school days in Laguna and then her Teen Vogue days in Hollywood. Now she is all grown up and clearly a Woman to Watch.

{Splurge or Save} Christian Louboutin Nail Polish

Published on July 24, 2014August 13, 2016 by Danielle YB Vason2 Comments

Anyone who knows me personally, knows that I have an affinity toward nail polish. The Mr. once described my behavior in a Sephora on the Las Vegas strip as a “lioness approaching her prey”. With that being said, I have tried it all and I must say, nail polish should not be a splurge. Take the Christian Louboutin nail lacquer that was released yesterday. For $50.00 a bottle, that is smaller than the average nail polish bottle I might add, what are you getting?- A nice rouge polish that can be replicated with OPI or even NYX polish (which is becoming my new favorite because of how long it lasts). You see, you are paying for a name, cool branding with the spiked top, and for people to see you wearing Christian Louboutin. But unlike his shoes, which can be readily identified by their distinctive red bottoms, no one is going to recognize your Rouge Louboutin polish. Think about it like this, 12 bottles of polish could buy you a pair of Louboutin heels…which I would consider a better investment, by far.

Splurge or Save? : SAVE

Would you spend $50.00 for nail polish?

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{Wedding Budget} Could My Wedding Expenses Be Tax Deductible?

Published on July 22, 2014January 22, 2017 by Danielle YB Vason4 Comments

Have you ever had an ah-ha moment in front of total strangers? You know, when the light bulb goes off and your mind starts racing. Well, I had that moment early this summer when meeting with a bride and her CPA father to discuss her décor for her wedding. We were talking trends in weddings, when someone asked, “what happens to the wedding flowers after the wedding?”. I told them of the article I read that inspired me for my own wedding (which then was just a daydream). The article suggested that couples donate extra floral left from the wedding to the residents of a senior care facility. While there, ask the residents for their wedding advice so that they get visitors and the newlyweds get advice from generations before. I thought it was a great idea and a sweet way to start a marriage- giving. The bride’s father interjected agreeing that it was a great idea! Especially since, you could write it off on your taxes. AH….HA…..MOMENT!

Who knew that some wedding expenses are tax-deductible? I starting researching wedding related tax-deductions using an online tax calculator in planning my own wedding and I was surprised by what I found.

Click here to find the secrets behind tax-deductible wedding expenses and how they can work for you!

What are your thoughts on tax-deductible wedding expenses?

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{Wise Words} Be Happy!

Published on June 30, 2014June 26, 2014 by Danielle YB VasonLeave a comment

For those of you suffering from a case of the Mondays, hopefully this is a little something from one of the most chic women ever…Audrey Hepburn.

Happy Monday Lovelies…

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{Personal Story} The Mr. Asked Me to be His Mrs.

Published on June 26, 2014June 26, 2014 by Danielle YB Vason9 Comments

He stole my heart, so I’m stealing his last name!

It’s been a minute, but I have a really great reason for getting slightly off the editorial schedule. One week ago, the Mr. asked me to be his Mrs. That’s right folks, I’m GETTING MARRIED!! Every since I was a little girl I have dreamed of this moment. Yesterday, when visiting my dad, he reminded me of a school project I had when I was five or six years old. Then when asked to write about what I wanted to be when I grew up, my proudly wrote a ballerina, a bride, and a firefighter. Well, at least I got two out of three. Ever since he proposed, life has been a complete whirlwind in the best kind of way. In honor of this exciting time, I’d like to share some of my favorite Money and Relationship posts of the past.