I'm at the beach for the second time this month. It's a different feeling than I'm used to. Typically, our bodies and minds are in desperate need of rest by the time vacation rolls around but not this time. I'm hoping my already-rejuvenated body is more productive this trip than I was 2 weeks ago. …
Your Obsession With FREE
A few weeks ago I asked "Who Wants A FREE Gift Card?" The generosity was a combination of - a "thank you" to my readers - and - an experiment on consumerism. You may be surprised by the results. Let me first announce the winner of the FREE gift card before I get too tangled in the tests. And …
Dump Your Girlfriend & Eat Whichever TV Dinner You Want
Welcome back to another episode of The Dating Game! I have really enjoyed the similarities between finding love and managing money. A few of the comparisons I have made are a stretch, but others are undeniable. Today, I’m confident, will be undeniable. I have spent much of my time recently …
Sunday Funday: A Life Update
It's been two weeks since I've written a blog post and I'm getting antsy. It's bad that the two weeks have felt like forever, but I suppose I could have worse addictions. Blogging about personal finance shouldn't hurt my health too badly. Where Have I Been? Odds are you probably haven't even …
Payplan: Laugh In The Face Of Debt
When confronted with a challenge that seems too tough to do, your first instinct may be to walk away, saying “I give up” as quickly as possible. This is often the case if you’ve got a mountain of debt which seems impossible to clear. You might have used a credit card to buy an awesome new 3D TV or …
I Was Housed By A Homeless Guy
Sounds ironic, doesn't it? How could "he who don't own home" be capable of housing "he who own home?" Confucius can't even provide understanding on this matter so I suppose I'll have to explain further. I typically take about an hour each day to escape from the office. Even if you're swamped, I …
How I Got Engaged: A Love-Love Story (Part II)
If you’re already sick of reading about my blossoming love then come back tomorrow as I’ll have some fresh new content focusing on how you can improve the relationship between you and your money. However, if you cried during The Notebook or find yourself with a cheesy grin during an entire episode …