Cash Money LifeCash Money LifeCash Money Life is a personal finance blog with helpful information for everyone, and a special military money section designed to help military members. There is also great information on how to choose an MBA program and some helpful career informat Articles
Slash Your Winter Heating Bills - 10 Inexpensive Ways to Save Big This Wint
2007-11-21 13:32:00 Winter heating bills are never fun to pay. But when faced with the choice of paying the bill or shivering all winter, I would rather just pay up! However, that doesn’t mean I shouldn’t do everything in my power to lower the sticker shock that comes in the mail every month. The following tips are inexpensive, ... More About: Winter , Slash , Save , Heating , Bills
Slash Your Winter Heating Bills - 7 Free Ways to Save Big This Winter
2007-11-20 13:45:00 I love fall. The leaves change color, the weather turns cool and crisp, and the holidays bring families together. But fall also means that winter is just around the corner - and rising energy costs are sure to make this an expensive winter unless you do something to reduce your heating bills. These tips will ... More About: Winter , Free , Slash , Save , Heating
Challenge Your Property Taxes and Win!
2007-11-19 13:13:00 Last summer I successfully challenged my property tax assessment and won! The process was very simple, and is something everyone should look into doing if they own property. The result can possibly save you hundreds of dollars! This was my situation: My wife and I finished our basement last year. When we hired the contractors to ... More About: Taxes , Real Estate , Property , Challenge , Prop
A Penny Saved is Worth More Than a Penny Earned
2007-11-18 16:45:00 Every elementary school student in the US is familiar with the famous quote attributed to Ben Franklin - ?A penny saved is a penny earned.? This statement may have been true once upon a time, but in today’s world, a penny saved is worth more than a penny earned. No, I am not calling Ben Franklin a ... More About: Personal Finance , Worth , Penny , Wort
Weekly Roundup - Contests and Cars Edition
2007-11-17 16:13:00 I’d like to take this opportunity to remind everyone that I am hosting a contest right now, with the chance to win a book and some tacos. Entry is easy and free! Be sure to check in next week because I will announce another contest in which the grand prize will be an iPod! Moolanomy ... More About: Cars , Contests , Roundup , Weekly , Edition
I Bought a New Car, and Why it Was Good Idea For Me
2007-11-16 13:04:00 Most people recommend not to buy a new car because they depreciate so quickly. And we all know you shouldn?t put a lot of money into a depreciating asset ? especially one that most people won?t keep long enough to pay off. Well, I went against that advice, and bought a new car in November ... More About: Cars , Idea , Good
Why You Should Buy a Used Car
2007-11-15 13:38:00 I recently wrote about the benefits of buying a new car, but often, used cars are actually the better deal. Here is why: Depreciation: Most cars depreciate 20-30% during the first 2 years of ownership. Why should you spend your hard earned money when you can let someone else take the loss instead? More bang for your ... More About: Cars , Personal Finance
Contest - Win a Free Book and Tacos!!!
2007-11-14 13:00:00 I believe entrepreneurship is the backbone of America’s economy and a huge part of what makes our nation so wonderful. To celebrate entrepreneurship, I am giving away a copy of The Engine of America, a book about the secrets of building a successful small business. As part of my goal to highlight entrepreneurship, I interviewed Chris ... More About: Contest , Free , Book , Tacos
Carnivals, Festivals, and Cars! Oh My!!!
2007-11-14 01:28:00 I normally do a round-up at the end of the week, but there are a lot of great articles I would like to share with everyone now. A Carnival and a Festival: There are two large financial round-ups going on right now, the Carnival of Personal Finance #126 hosted by Frugal Trader from Million Dollar Journey, ... More About: Cars , Carnivals , Festivals
Benefits of Buying a New Car
2007-11-13 13:32:00 Buying a vehicle is a big investment. To get the best deal, most people will tell you to buy a used car. But sometimes the benefits of buying a new vehicle outweigh the savings of buying a used car. Here are some of the benefits of buying new: Full warranty: New cars come equipped with a full ... More About: Cars , Buying , Benefits
Save Time and Money by Trading in Your Car
2007-11-12 13:29:00 How do you get the best deal for your old car when you buy another car? Most people will tell you the best deal is to sell your old car on your own instead of trading it in to the dealership. I disagree. I think most people can save time and money by trading ... More About: Cars , Personal Finance , Taxes , Money , Time
Entrepreneur Spotlight - The Tiger Taco
2007-11-11 17:22:00 Entrepreneurs and small business owners are the backbone of our country’s economy. Today I have an interview with entrepreneur and small business owner, Chris Miller, who with his business partner George Pauli, own and operate Tiger Taco. First of all, What the heck is a Tiger Taco!?!?! Watch this video below, and you will soon ... More About: Entrepreneur , Career , Spotlight , Rene
Weekly Roundup - Veterans Day Edition
2007-11-10 14:53:00 This Sunday is Veterans Day. I would like to extend a sincere thanks to everyone who has served in our country’s military, or loved someone who has served. I salute you. Now, I’d like to share some of my favorite articles published this week in other personal finance blogs. I’ve also included a little background info ... More About: Roundup , Weekly , Edition , Veterans Day
Applying For An MBA Part 2 - Resume
2007-11-09 13:11:00 The resume you use for your MBA application should speak volumes about your professional and/or academic career. Your resume will represent your entire career and educational experience, so you will need to carefully craft it to make sure it has the necessary impact you need to gain the Admission Council’s attention. These tips will help you ... More About: Resume , Career , Part
25 Ways I Save Money
2007-11-08 13:51:00 This is a list of common things my wife and I do to save money on a regular basis. Luckily, we are both frugal by nature, and we actually do most of these things without needing to discuss it much. Note: in most cases, “I” is interchangeable with “we,” and “my” with “our.” Here ... More About: Money , Save Money , Save
Free Dinner at Golden Corral for Military Veterans
2007-11-07 13:42:00 Would anyone like a free dinner at Golden Corral? Well, there is an easy way if you are an American military veteran. Golden Corral just announced this year’s Military Appreciation Monday will be November 12, 2007, from 5 to 9 pm. For the past 6 years, Golden Corral has been honoring the US Military with a ... More About: Dinner , Free , Veterans
Dispelling The Do Not Call List Rumors
2007-11-06 13:09:00 I hate telemarketers. With a passion. OK, maybe I don’t hate telemarketers, but I hate the job they perform. I don’t want them to contact me at all -it is a waste of my time and theirs. The good news is - you have rights which can eliminate almost all telemarketing phone calls to your house! ... More About: Personal Finance , Rumors , List , Call , Spell
Carnival of Debt Reduction #112 - Making Progress Edition
2007-11-05 12:54:00 Hello, and welcome to the 112th edition of the Carnival of Debt Reduction ! This is my first time to host this particular carnival and I am happy to do so! Debt Reduction is one of the most important things anyone can do for their financial future, and this carnival is chock full of great ideas to help you learn about ways to reduce your debt, make a budget, plan, spend less, and ultimately improve your financial situation by getting out of debt! Thanks to all the authors who took the time to send in a submission this week. This week is the Making Progress Edition , because even though a couple people sent in articles about a recent setback, every article had one underlying theme - progress is being made on slaying the debt monster. Even those who noted a change also wrote about how they were going to handle it. That is the kind of news I like to hear! I’ve done my best to arrange these in a logical manner so the readers can find topics more easily. I’ll lead off with my E...
Cash Money Life Gets a Facelift
2007-11-05 04:47:00 This weekend, I changed the theme to my site. The changes are mostly cosmetic, but I also added a few other tools to make the site run a little better and have a few more features. Overall, I think the site has a cleaner look, and a little better functionality. If you are reading this ... More About: Life , Money , Facelift , Cash
Weekly Roundup - Early Thanksgiving Edition
2007-11-03 16:22:00 Today I would like to take some time to say two of the most important words in the English language - “Thank You.” I am thankful for so many things in life, but sometimes I don’t take the time to say thanks often enough. There are many things I am thankful for in my personal ... More About: Thanksgiving , Roundup , Early , Weekly , Edition
Build a Professional Wardrobe on a Budget
2007-11-02 14:45:00 First impressions are extremely important, especially in the business world. However, not everyone has the money to buy the latest fashions from designer stores. The good news is, designer clothes are not necessary to dress professionally. Here are some great tips on how to build a professional wardrobe on a limited budget: Buy simple, classic designs. The ... More About: Career , Budget , Build , Professional , Robe
Applying For an MBA Part 1: Application Paperwork
2007-11-01 15:00:00 The MBA application process contains multiple parts, and one of the first things you will have to accomplish is the application itself. Many people think they can breeze through when filling out the application paperwork, but the reality is the application paperwork says a lot about the applicant and his/her goals. You should take your time ... More About: Education , Career , Part , Application
The Engine of America - Book Review
2007-10-31 14:32:00 I recently received a copy of the book The Engine of America : The Secrets to Small Business Success From Entrepreneurs Who Have Made It!, by Hector Barreto. I love reading about entrepreneurship and people who create their own path, and I was excited to receive this book. I was not disappointed when I read it. Author’s ... More About: Reviews , Book Review , Review , Book
Now May Be A Good Time To Build A CD Ladder
2007-10-30 11:45:00 Economists expect the fed to cut interest rates again this week, only a month after cutting rates for the first time in over 4 years. What does this mean? Well, outside of any effects a rate cut may have on the stock market, it means the interest rates banks pay their customers may fall as ... More About: Personal Finance , Time , Investing , Good , Build
How To Build A CD Ladder
2007-10-29 12:25:00 Many people prefer to keep a certain amount of cash in their investment portfolio, especially when investing for periods of 5 years or less. However, savings accounts do not always give the best return on investment for cash. Certificates of Deposit (CD) usually offer better interest rates than savings accounts because a CD guarantees the ... More About: Personal Finance , Investing , Build
Weekly Roundup - Weekend Reading Edition.
2007-10-27 16:13:00 Ahhh, the weekend is here again, and it’s time for me to catch up on my reading. I’ve got to read up on a few of my favorite personal finance blogs (check my blogroll for sites I highly recommend!), and I’ve got a couple books to read - be sure to look for a book ... More About: Reading , Roundup , Weekend , Weekly , Edition
Frugal Moving Tips
2007-10-25 16:16:00 Moving is a stressful and expensive endeavor. One of the most important thins you can do is protect your belongings when moving. The other thing you want to do is save money! Here are some great ways to save money when moving: Save money on padding. Plastic bubble wrap is expensive! Newspaper is an inexpensive alternative to ... More About: Tips , Moving , Frugal
7 Tips to Protect Your Items When Moving
2007-10-24 13:05:00 Whether you are moving across town or across the world, packing up your belongings and moving to another location can be an exciting and stressful time. I know - as a military veteran I have moved quite a few times. Here are some tips for protecting your belongings during your next move: Research the moving company before ... More About: Personal Finance , Insurance , Tips , Moving , Items
Applying For An MBA - Series Introduction
2007-10-23 12:30:00 So you’ve selected your MBA program and now you ask yourself, “How do I apply to an MBA school?” Great question. Applying for an MBA program can be a daunting process - but it doesn’t have to be if you are organized. This guide should help you understand a little more about the application process: Application: This ... More About: Education , Series , Career , Introduction , Serie
Credit Cards and Guns
More articles from this author:2007-10-22 12:30:00 Credit cards and guns - what do the two of them have in common? A lot more than people think. Both are powerful and useful tools that can provide a valuable service. And both can be abused with devastating results. Credit cards and guns both have positive and negative aspects about them, but ultimately, the outcome ... More About: Credit Cards , Personal Finance , Credit , Guns , Cards 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 |
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