Having a garage sale is a big endeavor, one that needs serious planning. Here are some things we’ve done to help our chances of yard sale success.
Archives for June 2011
Mortgage Bail-Out For Homeowners Struggling To Make Mortgage Payments: The Emergency Homeowner Loan Program
The government has just launched “The Emergency Homeowner Loan Program” which gives help to those struggling to make mortgage payments.
Mortgage Quotes And The Highest Customer Satisfaction From Quicken Loans
Quicken Loans have been around for 25+ years, and have a solid record of good customer service. Are they a Mortgage company worthy of your time?
Dave Ramsey Comments On My Post About His New House, His Debt Philosophy And Giving
Dave Ramsey recently built a new house and paid cash for it. I wrote about it, and a discussion quickly started, which Ramsey himself added to. Here’s a further discussion of what he had to say.
7 Ways To Save Money By Negotiating Rent
Negotiating rent prices can be an intimidating process. Most of us are used to the idea that we can negotiate the price of a home, car, or even our wages. However, when it comes to selecting a rental property, most of use look at that price as being set in stone. Last time, we took […]
Lending Club Investing Returns Above 10.5% As High Risk Loans Stay Current
I’m currently making over 10.5% on the money I’ve invested with Lending Club. Here’s my investing strategy, and why it may work for you as well.
401k Contribution Limits And Rules For 2011
We are contributing to a 401k in addition to our Roth IRA. Here are the contribution limits for 2011 for others who will also use a 401k
Why Is A Roth IRA A Good Choice When Investing?
When investing one of the first things that you’ll have to decide is what type of account to use. We’re choosing a Roth IRA, and here’s why.
3 Tips To Find Lower Rent When Searching For An Apartment
As the housing market continues to be in a slump, the demand for rental homes has taken off. Here’s how to find a good deal on your rental.
Consumerism And Contentment: What Does It Take To Be Content And Happy In This Culture?
Our culture is saturated with consumerism everywhere we look, yet people are less content with their lives than ever. Why is that?
3 Common Mistakes To Avoid When Planning Your Retirement
When planning for retirement, we must be careful not to commit these 3 common retirement planning mistakes.
Are You Loyal To Brand Name Goods? Are Name Brands Better Than Off Brand?
Are name brands always better than generic or off brand products? Are you loyal to certain brands and would never think of switching?
Save Money By Doing Simple DIY Maintenance And Repair Before You Call A Professional
If you find yourself with a costly home repair, try doing a search online for tips on fixing the issue yourself. It can be easier than you think and you’ll save
3 Quick Ways To Recover From A Spending Spree
When I see the word ‘quick’ in an article title, I generally think that it’s going to uncover a magical blueprint for making money fast. Quick money and instant savings are popular article topics today, but the one you’re about to read isn’t quite so popular. In fact, I’d say this topic gets ignored online […]
