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
37 Easy Ways To Get Free Gift Cards
Free gift cards are relatively easy to find online. Here’s a rundown of some of the easiest ways to get free gift cards online.
Lending Club Celebrates 25,000 Investors By Giving Away $2500 Cash And $25 For New Investors
About a month ago I posted about how I joined Lending Club as an investor, and I talked about how I thought it was becoming a pretty good way to make a decent return on your money. As with any type of investing it does carry it’s risks, but I believe that it is beginning […]
Fetch Rewards App Review: Get Cash Back Grocery Savings
Fetch Rewards is an easy to use app that gives cash back on grocery spending. It has paid out more than $3 million in rewards since launch. Here’s a full review.
Why Shouldn’t You Add Your Kid’s Income Onto Your Tax Return?
This is an article by Carol Topp, CPA. Carol is the mother of two teenage daughters and she lives in Cincinnati, Ohio. She discusses teenagers and taxes at http://TeensandTaxes.com. Bonnie had been adding her son’s interest income to her tax return for many years. That was a $1,000 mistake. She was overpaying Uncle Sam and […]
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.
Saving Money
Save Money By Doing Simple DIY Maintenance And Repair Before You Call A Professional
If you find yourself with a costly home repair, try doing a search online for tips on fixing the issue yourself. It can be easier than you think and you’ll save
Free Movie Rentals At RedBox.com
One thing that I used to hate was going to the movie rental place to rent a movie. Not only was it a hassle to drive there and walk through the store trying to find a movie for a half-hour, but it was also expensive! To rent two new release movies could cost upwards of […]
Get A Free Daily Credit Report From Credit Karma
For the past couple of years, my wife and I have been keeping close tabs on our credit. We purchased a house in late 2013 and making sure our credit was in good shape was important while we were looking for a home loan. (Yes, I know. We bought a house right before the bubble […]
Is Multi-Generational Living For You? What Are The Pros And Cons?
With the tight economy, more and more families are finding themselves living in multi-generational households. Here are some pros and cons.
EverBank Bank Review: High Yield Savings Account
If you’re looking for a good high yield savings account where you can put your money, I think EverBank should be near the top of your list.
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.
Zaycon Fresh Review: Save Money On Farm Fresh Meats
Zaycon Fresh offers fresh from-the-farm meats at a fraction of the price you pay at the grocery store. Is this farm direct meat provider right for you, and can it help you to save?
Amazon Echo Dot Review: The Tiny Budget Minded Voice Assistant
The Echo Dot, a newer, smaller and cheaper version of the Amazon Echo Bluetooth speaker, was released recently. Here’s why it should be your next virtual assistant.
Book Review And Giveaway: Secrets Of A Stingy Scoundrel
This past week while I was on vacation I finally had the chance to read a book that I’ve been meaning to read for a while. The book, Secrets of a Stingy Scoundrel: 100 Dirty Little Money-Grubbing Secrets, by Phil Villarreal asks the question, “How far would you go to save money?“. If you’re anything […]
Masterworks Review: Is Art One Of The Best (Overlooked) Investments?
Once reserved for the super rich, you can now buy stock in fine art with Masterworks. Art has outperformed stocks since 2000, and now everyone can invest.