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
20+ Business Ideas For College Students
If you’re interested in starting a business while in college, here are some ideas that you might want to consider.
Higher Education Can Have A Negative Effect On Your Level Of Wealth
We’re all used to hearing that if we want to get ahead in life, you need to get a college education. Today I want to talk about an idea that is rarely discussed. The idea that education can negatively affect your bottom line! Education And Wealth: Millionaires Are Well Educated Now before we get too […]
Lending Club Update: Returns Slowly Increasing As Higher Risk Loans Added
My Lending Club returns have continued to improve since I started adding loans for people with lower credit scores, but good jobs and income – and higher probability of paying off their loans. Details of what I’m doing here.
PrizeRebel Review: Earn Free Gift Cards During Your Free Time
PrizeRebel is a great site to earn extra income.They offer various ways to earn money including watching videos, completing offers and answering surveys.
Build Wealth With An Average Income By Playing Great Financial Defense
Is it possible to build wealth with an average income? According to author Thomas J. Stanley it is, if you play “great financial defense”.
Saving Money
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 […]
How To Get The Best Prices And Find Coupons And Discounts On The Things You Buy
There are a few easy things you can do before making a purchase to make sure you’re getting the best price, and that you’re not missing out on any discounts.
10 Ways To Save Money Right This Second!
There are a few things you can do to save money, starting right this very moment! Each one of these ideas might not save you much, but together, you’ll save a whole roll of cash! Some of these ideas will save you money immediately, and others will save you money over time. Nevertheless, they are […]
Swagbucks Review: What Is It, How Does It Work And What Can You Earn And Win?
Swagbucks is a free online rewards program where you can earn gift cards, prizes and other rewards just for searching, filling our surveys and other easy activities. Here’s how to get started.
Buying A New Or Used Car? Negotiating Tips To Use With Car Dealers
Shopping for a car can be stressful. If you do your research, however, and understand how the sales process works, you’ll end up paying a lot less money.
Reviews
Mint.com Review: Online Personal Finance And Budgeting Software
Mint.com is a personal finance management software that allows easy anywhere access to your family’s financial accounts, budgets and spending trends. Here’s a review.
Amazon Fire TV Stick Review: A Device For The Cord Cutter’s Toolbox
A couple months ago I got an email from Amazon allowing me to pre-order their newest video streaming device, the Amazon Fire TV Stick. Here’s my review.
Zus Smart Car Charger And Car Locator Review
The Zus Smart Car Charger & Car Locator is a nice little piece of technology that can make your life easier by solving a couple of common problems that people have. Let’s take a look.
Tablo Dual HDMI OTA DVR: Watch And Record Live TV
The Tablo Dual HDMI DVR is an over-the-air DVR and live TV streaming box. Here’s our unboxing and review of this new device.
Pocket Your Dollars Book Review: 5 Attitude Changes That Will Help You Change Your Life
Getting rid of debt is about so much more than just creating a spreadsheet and a budget. It’s about the emotions, beliefs and attitudes that we hold that can end up getting us in trouble if we’re not careful.