Every successful business has a value proposition; a purpose. Why should a blog be any different? What makes me different? Among the millions of blogs out there (thousands focused on personal finance), why should you read mine over any of the others? That's a legitimate question that I'll gladly …
Saving Money On Airline Fees: NerdWallet’s Quick Tips
Summer has arrived, and that means it’s vacation time! If you’re planning a trip to a far-off destination, you’re in good company. The industry association Airlines for America is predicting a record number of airplane passengers this summer, with an especially noticeable increase in international …
Sunday Funday: Weekly Recap
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 …
