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Recent Articles

Philo TV Review 2025: A Budget-Friendly Streaming Option for Cord-Cutters
Read our updated Philo review to discover how this affordable streaming service can save you money on your favorite shows.

What You Need To Know About The Proposed 50-Year Mortgage: Trump’s Plan, History, and Key Comparisons
Explore the pros and cons of the 50-year mortgage and how it could impact homeownership in today’s economy.

The Inspiring History of Veterans Day: From Armistice Day to Honoring America’s Heroes
Explore the History of Veterans Day and its evolution from Armistice Day to a tribute to America’s service members.

2026 Retirement Contribution Limits: Maximize Your 401(k), IRA, and Roth Savings
Explore the 2026 retirement contribution limits to maximize your tax-advantaged savings while navigating inflation constraints.

7 Biblical Money Principles That Still Work in 2025 (And How to Apply Them Today)
Learn seven biblical money principles to help you save and invest wisely, even in a volatile economic landscape.

A Eulogy And A Remembrance Of My Dad, Mark Lloyd Anderson
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.

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.
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Making Money
Ways To Make Extra Money Series: Guide To Diversifying Your Sources Of Income
If you’re trying to get out of debt, or trying to fully fund your retirement, it can be a lot easier to get ahead if you’re able to make extra money on the side. This series of posts will give ideas for how to create supplemental income to pad your bottom line.
13 Of The Best Independent Contractor Jobs
Looking for a job that allows more freedom and flexibility? Here’s a list of the best independent contractor jobs to try.
14 Best Freelance Side Jobs To Consider
There are dozens of freelance platforms and social media that can help you find ways to make money. Here are some of the best freelance jobs.
How Do You Define True Wealth?
One of the discussions that we always seem to be having in this country has to do with what constitutes “wealthy.” How do you define wealth?
The 10 Toughest Jobs
Sometimes we work for pleasure. But, more often than not, people work for money. Since working is an exchange of your time, energy, and talent it is best to find a job that you love and enjoy. However, many people are working in extremely tough and demanding job fields. I found an old resource (1988) – The […]
Saving Money
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.
Honey Review: Save Money Automatically When You Shop Online
Honey and their chrome and firefox extensions will help you to find discounts and rewards on the items you buy, automatically, with little to no effort on your part. Let’s take a look at this cash saving tool.
Start Saving Up For Infrequent Expenses And Christmas Savings Goals Using Automatic Accounts Like Smarty Pig
We’re quickly coming upon one of the busiest spending times of the year, the Christmas season. For too many years I would come up to Christmas and suddenly realize that I had woefully under-prepared for the coming holiday. I never saved up enough money to pay for gifts for my immediate family, friends and relatives. […]
Lending Club Signup Bonus: Cash Bonus For New Investor Accounts Equals Free Money!
Lending club is offering a signup bonus for the month of December of $64.62, one of their best bonuses ever. To get the bonus click on our link, fill out your information and link your bank account. You should have your bonus cash in no time! Next? Start earning big returns on your money!
A Scam Or Not A Scam, That Is The Question: How To Make Sure You’re Really Getting A Deal
We are all too eager to spot a cool deal to save some money. Sadly, very often we are so eager that we forget about caution – and many scammers take advantage of that. What are you risking by running into an online scam? They can steal your money; They can steal your contact information […]
Reviews
Mohu ReLeaf Review: A TV Antenna That Saves Your Money And The Environment
The ReLeaf HDTV antenna from Mohu works great and is made from recycled and sustainable components, helping you to save money, and the environment.
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.
Republic Wireless Now Refunds Money For Cell Data You Don’t Use
Republic Wireless just added new cell phone calling plans that refund money to users who don’t use their full allotment of mobile data. Here’s how it works.
TD Ameritrade Review: Award Winning Online Brokerage
TD Ameritrade is a company with a solid 35 year history, and a slate of awards in the past year that show they should be one of your top online brokerage options.
Does Your Bag Have Holes? Book Review
For a while now I’ve been meaning to sit down and write a review on a book I received in the mail called “Does Your Bag Have Holes?“. The author of the book, Cameron C. Taylor, had inquired if I was interested in reviewing his book on my blog, and I responded that I was. […]



