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
17 Real Ways To Make Money From Home With No Investment
There are so many options these days for ways to make money from home with no investment. Here’s our list of real ways to make money at home with no startup cost.
50 Ways To Make Money: Maximizing, Creating And Increasing Your Income
Here are more than 50 ideas for ways to make money. From maximizing current income, to making money on your hobby to creating a side business.
Fetch Rewards App Review: Get Cash Back Grocery Savings
Fetch Rewards is an easy to use app that gives cash back on grocery spending. It has paid out more than $3 million in rewards since launch. Here’s a full review.
Blueprint For How To Make Money With A Blog: Laying A Solid Foundation – Setting Up Your Site
I’ve had a lot of people ask me how I make money blogging. Here is my take on what I think are the best practices and tips for making money blogging.
13 Ways To Make Money Online Without A Website
If you want to make money online, there are quite a few options available that don’t require you to own or manage a website. Here are our favorites.
Saving Money
Ooma Home Phone Service After One Year: Saving Big Bucks On Home Phone Service
We’ve been using Ooma VOIP home phone service instead of our old landline phone for an entire year now. Here’s why we’re glad that we switched.
Frugal Things To Do In Minneapolis, Minnesota [Local Guide]
This local guide gives you things to do in Minneapolis. Minnesota to have fun while keeping things on the frugal side.
Buy Quality To Save Money In The Long Run
Sometimes paying a little bit more for an item, and buying high quality, will often save you money in the long run. Here’s how buying high quality saved me hundreds on a bike.
FreedomPop Freedom Spot Overdrive Pro Review: Wireless Hotspot With Free 3G/4G Wireless Internet
Freedom Spot Overdrive Pro is one of the best wireless hotspots available for the free FreedomPop service currently. Here’s why.
3 Financial Self Defense Weapons
In many ways, having a strong financial foundation can be a form of self defense. There are many things that can attack our financial lives: crushing debt, losing a job, and unexpected emergencies just to name a few. There are three weapons that I have found effective to fight off the financial burdens that plague […]
Reviews
Acorns Review: Save And Invest Your Spare Change
Acorns is a microsaving and investment app that can help make saving and investing more automatic. Here’s a review of the pros and cons of the service.
Betterment.com Review: Easy Investing For Busy People
Betterment is a low cost, set it and forget it investing service. Transfer funds, choose your asset allocation and invest! Betterment will do the rest!
Groundfloor Review: Can They Really Deliver 10% Returns?
The Groundfloor website says they can nail down over 10% real estate investment returns for you. How realistic is that, and is it a company you should try?
Visible Review: Unlimited Calling, Texting And Data For One Low Cost
Visible is a new mobile provider that uses the Verizon network to give you unlimited calling, texting and data for only $40 a month. Here’s our review.
Pocket Your Dollars Book Review: 5 Attitude Changes That Will Help You Change Your Life
Getting rid of debt is about so much more than just creating a spreadsheet and a budget. It’s about the emotions, beliefs and attitudes that we hold that can end up getting us in trouble if we’re not careful.