My dad, Mark Lloyd Anderson, died a couple of weeks ago on 11/25/24. Here is a eulogy and remembrance of the man I called dad.
Recent Articles
Why Do We Celebrate Our Independence On The Fourth Of July?
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.
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.
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Making Money
18 Websites To Make Extra Money Via Surveys, Panels, Polls & Cash Back
These 18 websites will help you to make extra money by filling out surveys and polls, being on panels and by getting cash back. Get earning today!
17 Best Work From Home Jobs: A List Of Legit Online Jobs That Pay Well
Here’s a list of some of the best work from home jobs that are legitimate and that pay well. Time to ditch the 9 to 5 to work an online job!
Decluttr Review: Sell Your Old Electronics, Media And Games For Cash
Decluttr is a website and app that can turn your old electronics, books, media and even Legos into cash. Here’s a review of Decluttr.
Subsidy For Unemployed Workers To Help Pay For Cobra Health Care Benefits Expanded To 15 Months
A plan to give unemployed workers some help in paying their COBRA health care benefits was extended through February of 2010. Here are the full details.
Flawed Financial Philosophy: Folklore We Need To Overcome
What we believe and why truly matters. Too often we believe traditions that are not rooted and the Good Book. Here are 3 that we need to challenge.
Saving Money
Does Your Bag Have Holes? Book Review
For a while now I’ve been meaning to sit down and write a review on a book I received in the mail called “Does Your Bag Have Holes?“. The author of the book, Cameron C. Taylor, had inquired if I was interested in reviewing his book on my blog, and I responded that I was. […]
Is Your Desire To Save Money Costing You Money?
There was a time when I spent money to save money, thinking I was a smart shopper. Here’s how this technique cost me money and may be costing you money too.
Lending Club Signup Bonus: Cash Bonus For New Investor Accounts Equals Free Money!
Lending club is offering a signup bonus for the month of December of $64.62, one of their best bonuses ever. To get the bonus click on our link, fill out your information and link your bank account. You should have your bonus cash in no time! Next? Start earning big returns on your money!
Going To The Minnesota State Fair Is Expensive! How To Avoid Spending Too Much.
My wife and I, along with a group of our friends, went to the Minnesota State Fair this past weekend. For those who don’t know the Minnesota State Fair is the largest state fair in the United States in terms of average daily attendance. Daily attendance can average anywhere from 100,000 people all the way […]
How Are You Saving For Your Child’s College Education?
A recent study from Fidelity identifies saving for college as one of the top goals that parents have for 2014. How are you saving for college costs?
Reviews
Motif Investing $150 Bonus Offer Extended: New Low Fee Socially Responsible Investing Motif
Motif Investing is a great new low cost way for people to invest in groups of stocks, and there is now an account bonus for new users.
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.
ING Direct Review: Why I Am Signing Up For The Orange Savings Account, And Why You Should Too
As I mentioned in a previous posting on high yield savings accounts, lately I’ve been looking for a new online bank where we can put our money. Our current savings account is with the same company as our mortgage (Bank of America), and I decided that I wanted our savings to be at a different […]
Dealspotr: Save Money And Earn Money At The Same Time
Dealspotr offers you the opportunity to save money on your purchases and to make money, especially if you love finding and sharing deals.
Betterment Lowers Fees Substantially: Also Launches Traditional And Roth IRAs To All
Betterment.com announced today that they will be lowering their fees substantially, across the board, as well as opening IRA investments to all users of the site.