Most people assume that because we celebrate on the 4th, that it’s the day our founding fathers actually voted and signed to approve a resolution of independence. But it’s not.
Recent Articles
Enjoy Your Memorial Day But Let’s Remember Those Who Gave The Ultimate Sacrifice
On this Memorial Day weekend, thank you to our veterans, and thank you to those who have already paid the ultimate price. You won’t be forgotten.
25 Bible Verses For A Happy New Year!
Here are 25 bible verses for the new year, to help us frame the coming 52 weeks from a positive, hopeful and God focused perspective.
Merry Christmas To One And All: The Original Christmas Story
Jesus’ life is the greatest story ever told, and when you think about how it all started with his birth in extremely humble surroundings, it’s even more amazing.
401k Contribution Limits And Rules
The IRS has released their 401k contribution guidelines for the 2024 tax year. How much can you contribute to your retirement account in 2024?
Traditional And Roth IRA Contribution Limits Announced
The contribution limits for the Roth IRA and Traditional IRA were just announced. Here’s what IRS limits are for the upcoming year.
M1 Finance Review: Free Trading App And Automated Investing
M1 Finance offers a great low-cost app to invest, borrow and spend. Here’s our review of their investing and credit products.
Tablo 4th Gen Over-The-Air DVR Review: The Best Device For Cord Cutters
The Tablo 4th Generation Over-The-Air DVR allows you to watch, pause or record live broadcast TV, all with no ongoing fees, contracts or subscriptions. Here’s our review
Living Stingy: 13 Tips For Spending Less
Stingy living involves being mindful of your purchases and only buying what you need. Here are some tips for spending less.
Blogging As A Side Hustle: How to Make Money Blogging Part-Time
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Making money with a blogging side hustle takes a lot of work and dedication, but there is a significant upside for those who do it. Here’s where to start.
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Making Money
Donating Plasma For Money: Best Places To Donate Plasma To Make $300-400 A Month
Donating plasma is a legit way to earn some extra cash while helping others. You only need 2-3 hours a week to donate plasma and make $300 to $400 a month.
How To Write An Upwork Proposal That Lands You The Job
Freelancing on Upwork is an ideal place to get started making money online. Here is a simple framework for writing proposals that net high-paying contracts.
A Commonly Believed Myth: The Little Guy Just Can’t Get Ahead
There is a difference in attitudes between those who are on their way to financial success, and those who just seem to be mired in debt and despair.
5 Ways To Take Your Small Business To The Next Level (Without Breaking The Bank)
There are a variety of things that you can do to build a solid brand for your small business. Here are 5 that should get you off to a good start.
Making Side Income Can Help Blunt The Impact Of Becoming A One Income Family
My wife and I just had our first child 2 months ago, a healthy little baby boy named Carter. Becoming a parent has been a life changing experience, and one I recommend to anyone, but it isn’t without it’s challenges. While we were preparing to have our son, we realized that we were going to […]
Saving Money
20 Money Hacks: Tips And Tricks To Improve Your Finances
Over at ZenHabits.net they give 20 good tips on things you can do to improve your finances. Among my favorite hacks that they mention: Use Cash: We have started doing this more often at our house – paying cash for everything from furniture to new cars. It’s amazing how much nicer paid off things are […]
Being More Self-Sufficient Will Help Alleviate Your Political Angst
If we want to feel more secure and better able to handle any political turbulence, we must look to our ancestors and practice self-sufficiency again.
Begin Preparing Now For Christmas Expenses To Avoid Holiday Debt
Christmas time is one of the most expensive times of the year, but you can start planning now so that you have the cash upfront when the holiday arrives.
3 Ways To Trick Yourself Into Saving Money
I don’t know about you, but sometimes I have a difficult time saving money. If the cash is there, it ends up getting spent! For those of us who need new ways of saving money, here are some great tips on saving more money than we thought possible. It’s All About Habits Before we get […]
The Psychology Of Saving
“The cost of saving too little is less than the cost of saving too much.” Have you ever really thought about the cost of NOT saving? It can be pretty high. Just fill in the blank: If I fail to save for retirement I might ______________. Have to work longer than I want to Be […]
Reviews
Best Cheap Cell Phone Plans
Unhappy paying an expensive cell phone bill? This article gives our top picks for the best cheap cell phone plans available. Which plan is cheapest?
Playstation Vue Review: Streaming Cable TV Alternative For Cord Cutters
PlayStation Vue is a new streaming service that offers an affordable alternative to cable and Satellite TV, including DVR functionality. Here’s our review.
fuboTV Review: A Guide For The Low Cost Streaming TV Service
fuboTV is a streaming TV service that has a cloud DVR, TV everywhere login, and the ability to watch your TV at home or on the go. Here’s a review.
The Recovering Spender Book Review: How To Live A Debt Free Life
In her book, The Recovering Spender, Lauren Greutman shares how her family dumped $40,000 in debt and began working together towards shared financial goals.
Tablo Dual HDMI OTA DVR: Watch And Record Live TV
The Tablo Dual HDMI DVR is an over-the-air DVR and live TV streaming box. Here’s our unboxing and review of this new device.