This past weekend I went into “the city” (i.e. NYC) for a friend’s birthday and the place he chose was this trendy bar which was set up as a speak easy. All drinks were served in tea cups with saucers, the beers were served in brown paper bags or mugs if it were a draft. … Continue Reading
Category Archives: Personal Finance
What Do You Have to Do Mathematically to Get to Your Goal
At least 3 times a month this great blogger named Crystal discusses her goal to become free of a traditional job and it got me to thinking about what she actually has to do to achieve her goal. It doesn’t work for everyone but breaking down larger goals into smaller, obtainable short-term goals provides me… Continue Reading
Using DealTracker to Save Money
Recently I wrote a post about using online promotional codes, and I found another useful site called, DealTaker. In the original post I shared that I always go online to find a promotional code before buying anything online. It’s just common sense. If you can save money on shipping, or get a percentage off why wouldn’t you?… Continue Reading
Using PromotionCode to Find Coupon Codes
When it comes to ordering things online, I am always looking for ways to save money. It is amazing what extra savings you can find out there just by doing an online search of any particular store or website. The problem is that you are stuck going through so many that are old or not… Continue Reading
Using MicroMaximus to Optimize Reward Checking Accounts
I used to be one of those guys that chased rates and bank bonuses, however, after having 12 1099s one year I figured out the math and came to the conclusion that chasing rates wasn’t worth it. Years after I came to that conclusion the banking industry changed strides and decided to focus on reward… Continue Reading
7 Things Your Financial Advisor Won’t Tell You
A financial advisor is a professional that helps clients assess their financial situation and develop plans to help them reach their future goals. Financial planners will help clients analyze and budget their cash flow, make good investments, assist with retirement planning, plan their estate, get insurance, and minimize their taxes. The problem is that many… Continue Reading
