I had a rare day off of work yesterday, which I’m always thankful for. A mid-week day off allows me to scatter about the city running errands I typically would be unable to do. Today, however, I’ve been glued to the TV. It’s not because Aladdin is making a mid-day appearance or because it’s Adam …
Future of Funancials: Blog Update II
What’s been a horrible month in the stock market has been an outstanding month for Funancials. If my investment portfolio had the growth of Funancials, I would have developed scoliosis from my unusually fat wallet. Although my spine didn't need corrective surgery, I suffered much pain. Any number I …
How To Make Your Bank Account Overdraft-Proof
Overdrafts occur when you write a check, use a debit card, or make an automatic bill payment without having adequate funds in your account. The bank may or may not cover the purchase amount (and probably disclosed their policy upon opening the account), but you are left with overdraft fees …
US Government Lays Off 30,000 & Charges $5 Fee
Bank of America announced it will begin charging certain checking accounts a $5 fee for debit card usage. They are actually late to the party as other larger banks (Wells Fargo, Suntrust, Chase) have already announced they’ll be giving away feebies. Most consumers will immediately become outraged …
Win A Free $25 Gift Card!
A few weeks ago I played in a work-related softball game, which I haven't done in years. My deteriorating eyesight always prevented me from partaking in any softball games. The thought of me in the outfield - ball getting lost in the lights - and ball finding my face - never seemed appealing to me. …
The Double Standard Of Car Buying
Imagine I come to you with “an investment.” I ask you for $20,000. A second after you sign on the dotted line, this investment will be worth $15,000; a year later $14000. Your investment value will continue to diminish each and every year. If you decide you want out, you can return the investment …
Favorite 5ive: Link Wit It, Rock Wit It
Each week I scour the internet for entertaining and informative articles. Here are my Favorite 5ive from this past week: Darwin's Money: What If Unemployment Benefits Were Structured As A Loan Instead Of A Freebie? Retire By 40: Should I Invest In 401(k) Or Roth IRA? Weakonomics: Jobs And …
