The series/eBook basically takes you through all the things that my wife (Linda) and I have done to pay down our debts. When we got married we had about $40,000 of debt. Even though that was a sizeable amount of debt, we had a very strong desire to get rid of it. This intense desire drove us to make sacrifices that seemed pretty uncommon when we looked at those around us. But, as Dave Ramsey often says, “You have to live like no one else (now), so that you can live like no one else (in the future)”…
Managing Money
Buying life insurance for your parents: Is it wise? Is it wrong?
Would you take out life insurance on your parents? Why or why not? Recently my siblings have been talking to my mother and I about taking a life insurance out for her, in the case that she passes, a sum of money could be left for her kids and grandkids. The idea would be that we would all co-fund this insurance with her and them.
How I used a 3rd car to prevent financial catastrophe
As some of you all know my car had to be put to sleep a few months ago. I am not really sure why I am just writing about it now – maybe because the grieving period lasted this long? 😉 But anyway, it’s passing marked a significant point in my financial life: It was […]
Will Social Security be around when you retire?
While I am pleased that the government is being honest about challenges ahead for the Social Security program, I shutter to think that many people plan on it being around when they retire…
What is a Roth 401(k)? 6 benefits you might care about…
The Roth 401k offers a lot of benefits that traditional 401ks do not. These are 6 great benefits and reasons you might want to sign up for the Roth option of 401k…
Why spending money wisely is a life-skill
It is incredibly important to start spending money wisely…
Whats the best personal finance software?
These are about 15 of the best personal finance software options… Which is your favorite?
The best place to save money
Where is the best place to open a savings account? I often get asked where the best place to save money is. I think it depends a little bit on your goals, but for now the simple answer is ING Direct. If you are stocking away a quarter million dollars in your savings account, I wouldn’t recommend them since they do not have the highest interest rates.
