How to Save Money for Retirement Tax Free
In our last newsletter, I shared some tips on picking the right investment for your goals. But for many of us, another big question is this: “Where do I actually hold my investments?” Much like artists...
View ArticleIt Isn’t Enough to Care (a Guide to REALLY Perfecting Your Craft)
A friend emailed me asking for help. “I care so much about (my craft). Why does it always end up coming last?” There’s a short answer to this question. It isn’t enough to care. I’d submit it isn’t even...
View ArticleLowering the Cost of “The American Dream” Part I
A recent USA Today article caught my eye. They said that the “American Dream” now costs $130,000 a year. Wow! Even as someone who works with people on their money, I was astounded. For those wanting to...
View ArticleLowering the Cost of “the American Dream” – Part II
(This article continues the discussion on lowering expenses found here) In our first installment two weeks ago, I discussed ways you could drop the cost of the American Dream by lowering your essential...
View ArticleThe Case for Cutting Cable
Let’s Cut The Cord But Keep Your Entertainment I’m inspired by quality television. I’m against cutting out dramas or a good comedy from my routine, but I absolutely love saving money and getting the...
View Article2014 Year End Tax Planning: Good Holiday Fun
2014 Year End Tax Planning: Good Holiday Fun Ready for some good times? I love the holidays. Lights. Friends gathering. Tax planning. I know what you’re thinking: one of those three doesn’t belong… but...
View ArticleThe #1 Hack to Help You Spend Less Money
I’ll admit it…as someone who tries to be creative, I often find myself looking for the most extravagant way to handle any money management issue. Then I can hear the voice of my mother in my ear: The...
View ArticleHow to Finish the Year With a Flourish
In the final weeks of December, it’s important to take one last look back at the year. How’s your plan coming? If it’s like mine, there are still some items on the “to do” list that you’ve yet to mark...
View ArticleHow to Find Solid Interest Rates for Savings
Been to a bank lately? If you’re a saver, there’s not much for you to smile about. It’s frustrating, isn’t it? You work hard to save money, and then there’s nothing to do with it. While interest rates...
View ArticlePay Yourself First!
How many of you read the title of this article and said “Oh no! Not that again!”? If you’ve ever attended any kind of financial seminar or read any books on money management, you have been told that...
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