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February 2009

Stop Worrying About The Things You Can’t Affect, And Work On Those You Can

February 27, 2009

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When you watch the news these days, there really isn’t much to get excited about. The markets are down, our deficit is going up, and the spending seems to be out of control. There’s enough bad news for everyone to get upset and worried 24 hours a day if they want [...]

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Dave Ramsey’s 7 Baby Steps: Step 7 – Build Wealth And Give!

February 26, 2009

Last time we looked at Baby Step 6,  paying off your home early.  We talked about how much freedom paying off your house would give you, allowing you to really save for retirement, give and live like no one else!   Today we’ll be closing out the baby steps with a look at building wealth and [...]

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Personal Finance Bible Verse Of The Day: Parable Of The Rich Fool

February 25, 2009

Someone in the crowd said to him, “Teacher, tell my brother to divide the inheritance with me.”
Jesus replied, “Man, who appointed me a judge or an arbiter between you?” Then he said to them, “Watch out! Be on your guard against all kinds of greed; a man’s life does not consist in the abundance of [...]

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How Much Extra Will I See In My Paycheck Because Of The 2009 Economic Stimulus Package?

February 24, 2009

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What Benefits Will I See From The Stimulus Bill?
The last week or so I’ve been looking at the 2009 Economic Stimulus bill that was passed, and talking a little more in depth about what some of the benefits are that people can expect to receive.  We talked about home buyer tax [...]

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Dave Ramsey’s 7 Baby Steps: Step 6 – Pay Off The Home Early!

February 23, 2009

Last time we looked at Baby Step 5,  college funding for your children.   We talked about how and when you should save for their education.    Today we’ll be looking at taking extra money and paying off your home early.  Before we jump in,  once again, here are the 7 Baby Steps.
Dave Ramsey’s 7 Baby Steps

Step [...]

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Devotional: Pearl of Great Price

February 22, 2009

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Again, the kingdom of heaven is like a merchant looking for fine pearls. When he found one of great value, he went away and sold everything he had and bought it. – Matthew 13:45-46
People are seekers. They always seem to be looking for find something to fill a void in their [...]

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Sales Tax Deductions For New Car Buyers in 2009 Obama Economic Stimulus Package

February 21, 2009

Buy A New Automobile, Get A Deduction!

Earlier this year President Obama signed into law the economic stimulus package.  I posted about how individual taxpayers are affected by the stimulus bill, and looked at some of the things they can expect to receive.
One of the things added to the bill was a temporary provision that allows [...]

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Video: The Crisis Of Credit Visualized

February 20, 2009

The current economic downturn that we’re experiencing can be quite overwhelming at times. It’s tough to understand, and when people try to explain, it’s easy to get lost in all the details. I found a video online that does a good job of looking at the current credit and housing crunch, and explaining [...]

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First Time Homebuyer Tax Credit of $8,000 in 2009 Economic Stimulus Package

February 20, 2009

Stimulus Package Good For First Time Homebuyers

The 2009 Economic Stimulus Package passed and was signed into law earlier this week.   On Wednesday I posted about what parts of the stimulus bill will affect individuals, and what benefits you can receive from the stimulus package.
Today I thought I’d take a closer look at one of those [...]

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