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.
Recent Articles
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.
Merry Christmas To One And All: The Original Christmas Story
Jesus’ life is the greatest story ever told, and when you think about how it all started with his birth in extremely humble surroundings, it’s even more amazing.
401k Contribution Limits And Rules
The IRS has released their 401k contribution guidelines for the 2024 tax year. How much can you contribute to your retirement account in 2024?
Traditional And Roth IRA Contribution Limits Announced
The contribution limits for the Roth IRA and Traditional IRA were just announced. Here’s what IRS limits are for the upcoming year.
M1 Finance Review: Free Trading App And Automated Investing
M1 Finance offers a great low-cost app to invest, borrow and spend. Here’s our review of their investing and credit products.
Tablo 4th Gen Over-The-Air DVR Review: The Best Device For Cord Cutters
The Tablo 4th Generation Over-The-Air DVR allows you to watch, pause or record live broadcast TV, all with no ongoing fees, contracts or subscriptions. Here’s our review
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.
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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.
17 Easy Ways To Earn Free Walmart Gift Cards
You can get free Walmart gift cards, in exchange for just a little bit of your time. Here are 17 easy ways to get a free Walmart gift card!
Blueprint For How To Make Money With A Blog: Money Making Ideas, Optimizing Your Site And Helpful Site Tools
To make money with a blog you have to find a variety of income sources for your site. Popular money makers include PPC ads, CPM ads, private ad sales, ebooks, affiliates, membership sites, premium content and more!
How To Make Money Blogging: Turn A Blog Into A Business
Turning a blog into a legit online business is possible, but it requires the right business-minded approach. Here’s what you need to know.
13 Good Side Hustles From Home You Can Start This Weekend
Need some extra money? The side hustles covered in this article could all be started this weekend from your home. Let’s take a look.
Saving Money
Summer Savings Tips: How To Save Money This Summer
This past month or so we’ve been highlighting savings tips for the summer, and we’ve talked about things like saving on food, saving at the movies, saving on summer travel and so much more (see the links below). Before we end this summer savings series, however, I thought it would be nice to highlight some […]
4 Ways To Slay The Dining Out Dragon
How many times a week do you find yourself dining out? How do you combat the desire to eat out more frequently?
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. […]
Why Buying Used Is A Smart Money Move And How To Avoid Being Selectively Squeamish
There are many ways to get ahead financially. One of them is to buy things used and save the difference.
10 Practical Ways To Save Money And Increase Your Net Worth
For many of us our budgets already seem tight.If you look, however, there are a few practical ways that you can save some extra money this year.
Reviews
Dealspotr: Save Money And Earn Money At The Same Time
Dealspotr offers you the opportunity to save money on your purchases and to make money, especially if you love finding and sharing deals.
Playstation Vue Review: Streaming Cable TV Alternative For Cord Cutters
PlayStation Vue is a new streaming service that offers an affordable alternative to cable and Satellite TV, including DVR functionality. Here’s our review.
Amazon Fire TV (2nd Gen) Review: The Cord Cutter’s 4K Entertainment Hub
If you’re looking for an entertainment hub for your home so you can cut the cord, I’d definitely suggest checking out the 2nd generation Amazon Fire TV.
Have A Debt Free Holiday By Using A Rewards Checking
In the past I’ve advocated planning ahead for regular expenses that come up every year by setting up specific goal based savings accounts at places like Ally Bank or Capital One 360. I believe it’s a good idea to plan ahead for things you know are going to happen, so that when the time arrives […]
Policygenius Review: 10 Minutes To Term Life Insurance
Policygenius has a quick and easy 5-minute process to get competitive quotes on term life insurance coverage from top companies. Here’s how it works.