For as long as I can remember, my family has purchased used and inexpensive cars. Subsequently, I never used a car that cost our family more than $5,000. I recently wrote about my decision between buying a used car or leasing a new one. If I decided to buy used, I would be on the hook […]
The old adage, “it is better to give than receive” is one many Americans don’t readily embrace anymore, as our culture’s evolved to focus more on building our own wealth than investing in the financial well-being of others. But there are plenty of Americans who DO give, and give generously. I have a friend who […]
Video games have been sparking the interest of kids and adults since the Atari was born in 1972. From the original games like Pong and Pacman, to newer games seen in high definition, the video game market is constantly evolving. I’ve been a video game lover my entire life, sticking almost entirely to the sports […]
Bankruptcy is the nuclear option of debt relief: it may solve some of your debt problems, but it causes a host of others. So how do you decide whether you should file bankruptcy or continue trying to pay down your debt? If you’re considering filing for bankruptcy, here’s what you need to know to determine if […]
We all have little habits that tend to drain our finances. Perhaps it’s soda pop, online games, cigarettes, beer, magazine subscriptions, gambling, wine, or movies. No matter what your poison, if it costs you time or money, it’s worthy of a close examination. Health and moral concerns aside, the wise consumer will examine his or […]
College, school clothes, toys, electronics — everything adds up when it comes to providing your children with their best possible future. What are you doing to give them the life they deserve? Our Paycheck-to-Paycheck Society Thanks to the wretched state of the present economy, much of our society is living paycheck-to-paycheck. Once upon a time, […]
