Archive for February, 2008
« Previous EntriesStagflation: A Rant
Wednesday, February 27th, 2008I am all for freedom of the press. I have a blog for God’s sake, so of course I believe in free speech. But I wonder if somehow all the reporting on economic woes actually feeds into the woes. Do you ever wonder this?
For the past twelve months during my morning commute, I would listen […]
Freelance at ELance.com: A Review
Monday, February 25th, 2008Every Monday, I try to write about the “good” aspects of money. You know, the fun stuff: making money, saving money, finding ways to make more money. A couple of weeks ago, I realized that it was time for me to throw my hat into the “freelancing ring.” I spend hours every week working on […]
Six Weeks In
Wednesday, February 20th, 2008So, we’re six weeks in to the New Year. Usually, the resolutions that we make fall by the wayside during these six weeks. But, since I have redefined my approach to New Year’s Resolutions by creating Financial Goals for 2008. Whenever we set goals, it is important from time-to-time to redefine our goals, refuel our […]
Welcome Readers from Stretcher.com!
Tuesday, February 19th, 2008I’d like to welcome all the readers from Stretcher.com. If you are not familiar with The Dollar Stretcher, then I suggest that you head on over to Stretcher.com and sign up for the weekly newsletter today. It’s filled with great money-saving tips, covering topics from grocery shopping to taxes! It continues to be an excellent […]
Saying YES to Money!
Monday, February 18th, 2008This year, I have decided to say “yes” to money. A co-worker offering to pay me to help his family move this weekend? YES! An opportunity to proctor and SAT exam at the local high school on Saturday and get paid for it? SURE. A phone call from a focus group wanting me to give […]
Payday & Quick Cash Loans: Why They Are Bad for You
Wednesday, February 13th, 2008When you’re unemployed, these cash call overnight loans look like the only option. When money is tough the quick loans and cash advance commercials are incredibly attractive. Images of smiling men and women of all races and ages describe to you in upbeat voices how great it was that a $10,000 loan is only a […]
Other Budget Busters
Monday, February 11th, 2008Last week, I wrote about My Top 5 Budget Busters. This past week, I had been thinking about other budget busters that exist in other people’s budgets.
1. Cigarettes — I don’t smoke, but I often hear about people being a pack-a-day smokers. Assuming that a pack of cigarettes cost $5/pack. ($35.00/week; $140/month) Not computed is […]