Category Archives: Random

The Capitalist Class – Something to Strive For

I came across a fantastic article on About.com (something that almost never happens) titled, 10 Secrets of the Capitalist Class by Joshua Kennon.  I have never heard this term before, and rather than paraphrasing Mr. Kennon’s definition of the class I think it is more valuable to look at his characteristics of the same.  IContinue Reading

Back from Vacation

I just got back from vacation with The Wife, The boy and another couple we are really good friends with (who have “1 and a half  boys” – one is 6 months older than my son and the other is just about 6 months old).  We went to an all inclusive resort in Aruba calledContinue Reading

Funding growth by heading overseas

As the economy continues to struggle, many businesses are looking overseas as a means of driving growth. This notion is important, one of pushing into new markets and territories to expand your customer base and potentially grow your business. However, for some small businesses it is easier said than done. In order to push yourContinue Reading

Things to consider if you’re moving out of the city

London – a fantastic city to spend (or misspend) your twenties, and even your early thirties. There’s a buzz about the city that you just don’t find anywhere else in the world and something to do literally every minute of the day, no matter what your entertainment preferences are. However, there does come a timeContinue Reading

Seeing Personal Finance Bloggers Just Treading Water Bums Me Out

I have been blogging for about 4 and half years and during that time I have interacted and followed a ton of blogs.  I don’t read personal finance blogs because of the information they are sharing, but rather, the stories they are telling.  For some reason, I am able to empathize with their situation regardlessContinue Reading

Sometimes Bankruptcy IS The Best Alternative: Don’t Put It Off Too Long

Many people often look down on those who look for a  bankruptcy attorney and plan to file bankruptcy.   Some argue that these people are taking the easy way out. Sometimes Bankruptcy Is the Best Choice However, financial bloggers don’t like to always admit this, but there are some situations where bankruptcy is truly the bestContinue Reading