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Should Rich People Tip More?
Because apparently every post I do for this website involves sports [Editor’s Note: No, you wrote one about Las Vegas…which involved sports.],…
July 17, 2013Articles
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About Me
My Debt Story Interview
I had the opportunity to speak with Gerri Detweiler the credit expert at Talk Credit Radio about my debt story. I spoke…
July 16, 2013
Off The Reservation
College Degrees Are Sometimes Bullshit
I’m going off the reservation again. This is all stream of consciousness, so, I’m apologizing up front. The other half and I…
July 15, 2013
Learn Something
Take the Stress Out of Retirement Planning
If you’re not good at saving money, saving for your retirement can be stressful and overwhelming. But don’t let the pressure get…
July 10, 2013
News
Student Loan Rates Double
Planning on taking out student loans? On July 1, 2013, subsidized Federal Stafford student loan interest rates doubled from 3.4% to 6.8%…
July 1, 2013
Investing
5 Ways to Invest Your Money
Are you currently in a position to invest? Congratulations! This is a very exciting time for you and I’m sure you have…
July 1, 2013
Save Money
How to Mitigate Spending
Despite the recession, many people have still enjoyed comfortable lifestyles where they can pick up new gadgets and re-dress themselves on a…
June 23, 2013
Partner Posts
Ecologically Sound Ways To Reduce Your Living Costs
The entire world is struggling with inflation. Some countries have recuperated from the economic catastrophe while others are still months or perhaps…
June 22, 2013YIAC
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Shift In Spending From Cash to Credit
Do you know why many businesses choose to accept credit cards? It’s not for their convenience, it’s for their bottom line. Studies…
June 21, 2013
Partner Posts
Debt Management Scoring Reveals Practical Data to Save Money
According to a report by the Federal Reserve, Americans are more than $3 trillion in debt. If you’re not constantly assessing and…
June 17, 2013
Partner Posts
Tips for Gambling Responsibly
Editor’s Note: A favorite summer destination for my brother and I (back in our 20’s) was Las Vegas. There my brother discovered…
June 16, 2013
Save Money
Saving Money on Sports Tickets
As I type this, I’m watching the Miami Heat play the Indiana Pacers in some exciting game 7 basketball. It’s a tied…
June 4, 2013