Everyone knows one person who seems to be addicted to shopping. Whether it's done online or at the mall, shopping can be a dangerous habit for people who are looking to grow wealthy. People who are addicted to spending money can be good friends, and even good spouses (aside from the spending habit), …
Best Articles of the Week 6-3-12
Welcome to my round up of the best articles in personal finance from the past week! Sit back, sip your coffee, and I hope you enjoyed these articles as much as I did. Tis the season for traveling again. Money Life and More provides us with some advice on how to save money on travel! Life is …
The Strict Budget Myth
Nowadays, it's not uncommon to hear about families that are tightening their budget in order to afford a new major purchase. “We are sticking to a strict budget in order to afford the house,†they say. “That way, we can afford the move!†What a disaster those statements can …
Why You Need to Invest in a 401K
In the personal finance realm, the first order of business is to pay yourself. This is a very simplistic concept overlooked by so many. We constantly strive to make extra money by taking on a second job, or selling off items we own, and we often forget about the easier and more conventional ways to …
The Basics of Personal Finance
Often times people get caught up in intricate ways of making, saving, and spending money. They think skipping the latte’s, or getting a second job is the only way to get ahead or dig yourself out of a financial rut. Sometimes the truth is much simpler, but perhaps more painful than you would like. …