When it comes to saving money there are a multitude of ways to get started; but, all too often good intentions can fall by the wayside after a good month or two. Here are some long-term, effective ways to get your cash flow "back into the black" without it being too painful a process. Different …
Funancials – Through the Years
February 22, 2014 marked the 3-year anniversary of Funancials. Although the idea (to begin a blog) started brewing years before, I officially grew a pair of testicles and wrote my first blog post on February 22, 2011. It's interesting to look back and compare my first blog post to my most recent …
Running A Business From Home
How to run a business from home? It’s a thornier question than it might at first appear and one that has puzzled and occasionally frustrated many small business owners. Let’s assume that question applies to someone who already has a great business idea rather than someone trying to think of …
Attention Millennials, Stop Being Such Weenies
My very first job (that didn't include selling lemonade) was as a Busboy at a restaurant. This wasn't a chain that you can find anywhere in the United States. It was a very simple, small-town type of restaurant where "regulars" would often come together. The restaurant was officially established in …
5 Side Hustles That Can Help You Get Out of Debt Sooner
Being in debt can sometimes bring the hustler out of us. There’s nothing worse than having looming debts hanging over your head, and no doubt you’ll want to get back into the clear as soon as possible. If you’re looking for some ideas on just how you can hustle your way out of debt, and get back …
The Productivity Myth: Why Cell Phones Are More Than a Distraction
Cell phones have become immersed in our daily lives, especially the time we spend punching the clock. Cell phones have given a whole new meaning to the word productivity, and while some studies are quick to point out that phones can be a distraction and nuisance, they very often leave out the myriad …
Would You Be Happy If 500,000 Americans Lost Their Jobs?
Would you be happy if 500,000 Americans lost their jobs? I assume the answer is an overwhelming "no." Why would I ask such a ridiculous question? With the exception of personal grudges, I don't think any American would want their fellow American to lose his or her job. Let's try another …
