I was having a conversation with a colleague the other day and somehow we got to the topic of certain expenses in our life. When I found out he pays about 50% more than I do for our cable, phone and internet package I was shocked. More than shocked I came up with a probably… Continue Reading
Category Archives: Personal Finance
First Time Buyer Checklist
Evan’s Note: With my home search heating up I figured this post by Katie was very timely. With the cost of homes and interest rates both at an all-time low, many people are tempted to become first-time homeowners. Before you even start looking for your first home, you must first have a clear picture of… Continue Reading
Factors in Considering Where to Live and Work
Are you a recent college graduate? If so, you will hopefully field several different job offers, many of which are in different parts of the country. Before you accept a job, consider carefully the cost of living in the area you are thinking of moving to and how it will impact your finances. While a… Continue Reading
6 Ways to Give Your Finances a Spring Cleaning This Year
You may have a house spring cleaning regimen in place to clear out the cobwebs in your home and ready it for summer. But have you ever thought of applying this concept to your finances? Spring cleaning your finances each year will give you a similar “clean” feeling, as well as netting some pretty significant savings.… Continue Reading
Responding to When Someone Calls you Cheap
The other day I was talking to a buddy and he called me cheap. It wasn’t anywhere near the first time that this happened, nor will it be the last. I don’t usually take much offense because I am comfortable with myself and my spending habits, but for whatever reason this simple conversation got me to thinking… Continue Reading
Avoiding Common Mistakes People Make With Their Money
How good are you at managing their money? For instance, if you were asked without warning for a breakdown on the state of your finances, would you be able to provide one? The answer may well be yes, but it’s also just as likely to be no. Managing your money is important no matter how… Continue Reading
