We currently have a 12 month emergency fund, but have considered investing a portion of that money. Would you consider investing some of your emergency fund?
Ways To Make Extra Money Series: 20 More Income Generating Ideas From Our Readers
Today we look at posts from the past few years that involved creating side income, including posts from our ‘Ways To Make Extra Money’ series.
How To Do A 401(k) Loan: Pros And Cons Of Borrowing From A Retirement Plan
The 401(k) often has an option where you can take out a loan and pay yourself interest. There are risks to be aware of, however, when taking out a 401(k) loan.
How I Ended Up With A $5000 Dollar Tax Bill This Year. Oops!
This past week I started getting all of my tax forms. I got my W2 from the company I work for at my day job, 1099s from a variety of companies that I do freelance work for, some miscellaneous tax forms from investments that we have and reporting forms showing how much we’ve donated to […]
Lending Club Returns Continue Upward Trend At 11.44%. Lending Club Passes 500 Million In Loan Originations
Lending club announced that they had passed 500 million in loan originations since their inception. My returns also continued to go up, increasing to 11.44%
Cutting The Cord And Getting Your TV On The Cheap (Without Using The Big Bad Cable And Satellite Companies)
Cable and satellite TV bills continue to rise. It’s time to cut the cord, and find cheaper video content options. Here’s how we do it.
How To File Your Federal Taxes For Free Using Free E-File Programs
Filing your taxes doesn’t have to be a pain. There are several places that will allow you to do it for free if you meet certain guidelines.
The 401(k) Maximum Contribution Went Up This Year. Did You Bump Up Your Contributions?
The 401(k) account contribution limits went up this year. Have you increased your contribution amount to take advantage of the extra amount?
401(k) Rollover To IRA: What To Do With Your Retirement Account When Leaving Your Old Job
If you’re leaving an old job you might need to think about rolling over a 401(k) plan into a new IRA. Here’s how to go about doing that.
8 Important Bible Verses About Money For Christians
There are hundreds of Bible verses about money. In this post I explore 8 key financial scriptures that I think every Christian should know.
Home Workout Programs Can Be A Cost Effective Alternative To A Gym Membership
Working out at home can be a cost effective way to cut costs on your gym membership, even if there is a higher initial cost. Here’s a look at what we use to stay fit.
Will A Short Sale Hurt Your Credit, And Will You Even Qualify For One?
A lot of people are finding themselves underwater in their homes and are considering a short sale to unload their home. But should they?
10 Ways To Protect Your Financial And Personal Information When Shopping Online
What can we do to protect ourselves from being a victim of online fraud or identity theft?
How To Prepare And File A 1099 For Contract And Freelance Workers
If you’ve paid contract or freelance workers more than $600 throughout the tax year, you are required to file a 1099-MISC. Here’s how.