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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
Lending Club Update: Returns Increasing Above 10% As Higher Risk Loans Stay Current
My Lending Club returns have continued to improve since I started adding higher risk loans for people with lower credit scores, but good jobs and income.
21 Best Online Proofreading Jobs For Beginners
If you have a keen eye for finding spelling, grammar, and punctuation mistakes, here’s how you can find online proofreading jobs to make some extra money.
Blueprint For How To Make Money With A Blog: Laying A Solid Foundation – Setting Up Your Site
I’ve had a lot of people ask me how I make money blogging. Here is my take on what I think are the best practices and tips for making money blogging.
Rakuten Review: Get Cash Back On All Your Purchases
If you’re not using Rakuten when you shop online (or in store) to get cash back, you may be leaving cash on the table. Here’s how Rakuten works.
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!
Saving Money
Kids And Money: Make Saving Fun With Remote Deposit
Have fun with your kids and kindle an interest in saving, and the power of earning interest, by using technology as a teaching tool.
Ensuring Your Own Retirement Amidst A Looming Retirement Crisis
Our country has a looming retirement crisis. What can you do to ensure that you have enough saved, and your own retirement is secure?
Begin Preparing Now For Christmas Expenses To Avoid Holiday Debt
Christmas time is one of the most expensive times of the year, but you can start planning now so that you have the cash upfront when the holiday arrives.
How To Get A Deal And Save Money When You’re Buying Electronics Or Other High Ticket Items
My wife and I have always enjoyed watching movies and TV shows at home. You could say we’re movie buffs. We’ve got a nice finished basement in our home with a big sectional couch facing our home theater where we can lie in front of the TV and watch to our heart’s content. It’s one […]
How And Where To Save For College Education Costs
The cost of a college education is high, and the costs are rising every year. How can you save for your child’s college costs?
Reviews
Ethos Life Review: Get Easy Life Insurance Online
Ethos Life is an independent life insurance agency that saves you time and money on your term life insurance. Here’s our review.
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?
ShareBuilder By Capital One Review: Discount Online Brokerage
I‘ve been looking into the many options available to me lately when it come to discount online brokerages. It seems like just about everyone has a service that they like best, and that they prefer using. The first one I had heard recommended was OptionsHouse, which I reviewed last time. It had a good mix […]
Webull Review: Investing App With Commission Free Trades
Webull is a good choice for a self-directed, experienced investor and especially one who favors technical analysis. Here’s why to give it a look.
Unboxing The Lenovo Motorola Moto Z Play From Republic Wireless
The Lenovo Motorola Moto Z Play from Republic Wireless is a new phone with superior battery life, a fast processor, high quality camera and ample memory. Here’s a review.


