Archive for September, 2006
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Thursday, September 28th, 2006My parents were watching television the other night–a program on the Travel Channel–I think. During the show, CouponCabin.com was mentioned. My lovely parents, completely aware of my blog, forwarded the information to me in an email.
If you head on over to CouponCabin.com you’ll see a ton of offers that you might know about (such as […]
The Under 30 Festival Question of the Week
Friday, September 22nd, 2006The Question posed: Now that you’re blogging on personal finance, do you tend to share inforrmation with friends who might need it or do you keep all your opinions to yourself? (Hey, it’s my question. I can paraphrase. LOL.)
“I openly share advice and knowledge of how to reduce debt and build assets, but I rarely, […]
Vol. I, Issue 6: Festival of Under 30 Finance
Friday, September 22nd, 2006The 6th Festival of Under 30 Finance is here. (It’s my first time serving as host to any carnival, so this is a big day for me). Please, pull up chair, brew a pot of coffee and join me as we stroll through the world of personal finance. This festival is filled with great tips […]
Subliminal Advertising? Target’s New Campaign
Wednesday, September 20th, 2006As I was TiVo-ing my way through life last night, I noticed Target’s new ad campaign by a fluke. I was about to pick up my remote to fast forward through the inane and insane commercials that blast ridiculous messages our way. The most ridiculous belongs to Target’s new ad campaign.
Of course it’s got the […]
It’s Always Earthquake Season
Monday, September 18th, 2006As we find ourselves knee deep in Hurricane Season, I remind my fellow Californians (and Pacific Coasters and–apparently–Gulf Coasters) that it’s always earthquake season. Please take a moment and visit the Red Cross website and pull together a kit that might be helpful in an emergency.When you’re pulling together you’re kit, remember that one of […]
Unemployment Strikes Again
Sunday, September 17th, 2006I haven’t been posting much lately because, well, unemployment strikes again. The oft-wonderful, oft-cruel working world bestows job security on some and constant employment uncertainty on others. For those involved in the non-profit sector (and even then, those who work for the smaller non-profit agencies), long-term employment is not always a reality. Although I loved […]
“Free” Credit Reports That Aren’t
Tuesday, September 12th, 2006Great article on MSNBC.com this morning about “free” credit reports.
Seems that it’s actually a site operated by Experion and by requesting your “free” credit report, you’re also agreeing to pay a $79 annual fee.
If you want your free annual credit report, be sure to make your way to AnnualCreditReport.comÂ
On a final note, you should be […]