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
Lending Club Update: Returns Slowly Increasing As Higher Risk Loans Added
My Lending Club returns have continued to improve since I started adding loans for people with lower credit scores, but good jobs and income – and higher probability of paying off their loans. Details of what I’m doing here.
25 Of The Best Gig Economy Jobs
The best gig economy jobs provide the potential to earn a full-time income, while being more flexible than a traditional job. Here are our favorites.
37 Easy Ways To Get Free Gift Cards
Free gift cards are relatively easy to find online. Here’s a rundown of some of the easiest ways to get free gift cards online.
One Million Dollars: How Much Will It Buy In Thirty Years?
I don’t have a million dollars just yet; in fact, I’m far from it! If I’m diligent with my savings, my retirement account will reach the big M, but what does that really mean in 30 years? The number itself doesn’t mean anything – the purchasing power of those dollars is what counts. I know […]
Make Extra Money By Doing Graphic Design Work On The Side
One thing that I am a huge proponent of is trying not to rely too much on one stream of income for your family. Why not instead create multiple streams of income, whereby if one of them dries up, you’ll still have several others that you can depend on? PT over at PTMoney.com is launching […]
Saving Money
Summertime Savings Tips: BBQ On A Budget
Summer is here, and so is BBQ season. Here are some tips to save some money when you’re grilling out this year.
Netbook Computers: The Frugal Laptop Alternative That Won’t Break The Bank
Recently my wife and I decided that we wanted to get a laptop computer so that we could check emails, do work and otherwise surf the web while the other spouse was on our main desktop computer. We no longer wanted to deal with the “are you done on the computer yet?” exchanges. (Yes, it […]
10 Dumb Ways Of Wasting Money
When we think about frugal living, there are a number of easy things we turn to to cut back on costs: cheaper food, using less car, eating out less. But what about all the unconscious spending habits we’ve acquired, or those other ways of parting with our money that we often forget about? For a […]
How Much Money Do You Save By Wearing Nice Clothes?
“I’m going to change when I get to the LAX airport”. A friend of mine was recently flying from Australia to Los Angeles. He planned to wear a pair of jeans on the first flight and then change for his connecting flight within the States. “I always get treated better when I’m dressed up. You’re […]
4 Ways To Slay The Dining Out Dragon
How many times a week do you find yourself dining out? How do you combat the desire to eat out more frequently?
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?
Wealthfront Now Has A Low $500 Account Minimum. Time To Start Investing?
Wealthfront is one of the best automated investment advisors. With their newly announced $500 account minimum, newer investors can finally take advantage!
Blooom Review: The Low Cost Robo-Advisor For Your 401k
Blooom helps you to pick the right funds for your situation from within your 401(k) plan. It’s like a robo-advisor for your 401(k). Let’s take a look.
FreedomPop Review: Free 4G Wireless Internet Access Can Help You Save On Your Cell Phone Bill
I’ve been using the FreedomPop free 4G wireless internet service only for a short time, but so far I’ve been impressed. Here’s a complete review and how to sign up.
Rebalance IRA Review: Personalized Investment Help For A Low Cost
Rebalance IRA is a retirement portfolio investment service available at a fraction of the standard industry cost. You’ll get better results, and pay less to boot.