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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
How To Write An Upwork Proposal That Lands You The Job
Freelancing on Upwork is an ideal place to get started making money online. Here is a simple framework for writing proposals that net high-paying contracts.
Searching For Better Yields? Lending Club Could Be The Ticket In Tough Economic Times: Returns At 12%
Lending Club continues it’s explosive growth, and should surpass $1 billion in loans originated sometime in October 2012. My returns with Lending Club are now right at 12%.
5 Location Independent Jobs that Could Offer Financial Freedom
Why not have a career that allows you to live where you want? If you are considering changing things up, here are 5 location-independent jobs to consider.
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 […]
What Should I Do If I Can’t Pay My Taxes? What Options Do I Have?
Tax returns are due on April 17th this year, and many people have already filed. What if you haven’t filed yet, and you’re not able to pay your taxes? What options do you have?
Saving Money
Being More Self-Sufficient Will Help Alleviate Your Political Angst
If we want to feel more secure and better able to handle any political turbulence, we must look to our ancestors and practice self-sufficiency again.
Unclaimed Tax Refunds: Do You Have A Refund Waiting For You?
The IRS estimates 1.1 million taxpayers who neglected to file a 2007 return are eligible for refunds, but that they had better act soon. The deadline for claiming a refund for that tax year is April 18th of 2011, and you must file a return to get a refund. 1.1 million taxpayers didn’t file their […]
Free Online Resources For Losing Weight And Working Out
A couple of days ago I posted about how I was going to be joining the 100 Push-Up Challenge that so many other bloggers have embarked upon in the last week or so. On Monday I completed day 1 of the challenge, and so far so good! I haven’t buckled under the pressure… yet. I […]
Frugal Things To Do In Minneapolis, Minnesota [Local Guide]
This local guide gives you things to do in Minneapolis. Minnesota to have fun while keeping things on the frugal side.
20 Money Hacks: Tips And Tricks To Improve Your Finances
Over at ZenHabits.net they give 20 good tips on things you can do to improve your finances. Among my favorite hacks that they mention: Use Cash: We have started doing this more often at our house – paying cash for everything from furniture to new cars. It’s amazing how much nicer paid off things are […]
Reviews
PocketSmith Review: Forecast The Future Of Your Finances
If you’ve been searching for an app that provides detailed account information and future forecasts of your finances, PocketSmith might be worth a look.
Dobot Review: Goal Based Automated Savings Account And Microsavings App
Dobot is an easy-to-use financial app that helps you save money automatically for all of your financial goals. Here’s a full review of how it works.
Wealthfront Review: Automated Low Cost Investing and Financial Planning
Wealthfront is one of the most well respected automated investing services (robo-advisers) available today. Let’s take a look at what sets them apart.
Ally Bank Review: High Yield Savings Account
A week or so ago I talked about how I had opened a new online high yield savings account with one of the personal finance blogosphere’s favorite banks, CapitalOne360. CapitalOne360 is great because of a variety of factors, but for me the ability to set up sub-accounts, and to budget using their automatic withdrawals to […]
TurboTax Review: Simplifying A Complex Tax Filing Process
TurboTax has gone through changes over the years, but one thing that hasn’t changed is how easy it is to file using their product. Here’s an in-depth review



