Year End Tax Planning and Tips
December 8, 2008
Year end tax moves are your last chance to squeeze a little money out of what’s been an expensive year for most of us. With all the upheaval in politics, the economy, financial institutions, and the housing market sometimes it feels like it’s all out of your control. Here are a few things you can […]
Save Money at the Movie Theatre with Discounted & Free Tickets
December 2, 2008
Who doesn’t love love going to the movies? There is something special about watching a great movie at the movie theater for the first time, rather than seeing it on television. There’s something mystical about watching it with a crowd of people, booming sound, and a picture that’s 50 feet long and 20 feet high. […]
The Best Websites For Christmas Shopping Deals
November 12, 2008
Here are some websites that I frequent to get great deals when shopping online. You may want to check out these sites when doing your holiday shopping this year. Ben’s Bargain’s – It’s a deal aggregator that scours the web for the best deals on electronics, appliances, and various other products. Many of the items that […]
Christmas Budgeting – Building A Christmas Fund
November 10, 2008
Halloween is over, Thanksgiving is around the corner, and the biggest shopping season of the year is close to follow. The shopping in November and December is what keeps financial planners and debt counselors employed. Budgeting for Christmas Gifts Many people go nuts with Christmas and holiday shopping. I know I’m guilty of it; I tend […]
How to Find a Doctor, Accountant, or Plumber You Can Trust in a New City
October 31, 2008
People enjoy being comfortable, and moving takes us out of our comfort zone. We leave behind old friends, a familiar school district, the restaurants we love, and the advisors we trust. It can take years to to find and build relationships with quality professionals like our doctor, accountant, contractor, financial planner, and attorney. It’s stressful and […]
Moving Expenses – Paying Bills On Time & Avoiding New Fees
October 30, 2008
When you’re caught up in the mayhem of a big move, the thought of setting up a new utility account or closing out a cable bill may be one of the last things on your mind. It seems there are always additional expenses when closing out old accounts and opening up new ones, and many of us […]
5 Tips For Reducing Your Moving Expenses
October 29, 2008
Recently, my wife and I made a long distance move from Jacksonville, Florida to Orlando, Florida. We were no strangers to moving, it was our third time making a move in four years. Hopefully, it will be our last move for a while! Through our many moves, we’ve lived and learned about things to do […]
John McCain – What Will He Do With Your Money?
October 28, 2008
We are currently examining the economic policies of the presidential candidates. First, we looked at some of the economic policies of Barack Obama, and today we’ll take a look at John McCain’s plan bring the economy out of its current slump. Both candidates have stark differences when it comes to their philosophy for changing the […]
Barack Obama vs John McCain – What Will They Do With Your Money?
October 25, 2008
The Presidential election is just over a week away, and there are millions of undecided voters out there. The economy seems to be the hottest topic for this election, because we have recently seen the stock market go crazy, investment banking firms go under, and the sub-prime mortgage industry wreak financial havoc throughout the country. […]
Mobile Money – Personal Finance On Your Phone
October 22, 2008
Have you ever wanted to quickly check your account balance? Do you often find yourself wondering if you have enough money to buy something in your clothes budget? Would you like to quickly look at your most recent bank transactions? Your cell phone is now the place to do all of these! With the help […]
