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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
Essentials Of Selling Your Stuff On Craigslist
Here are the essential things to know if you’re going to try and sell your things on Craigslist to make some extra 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.
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.
13 Of The Best Independent Contractor Jobs
Looking for a job that allows more freedom and flexibility? Here’s a list of the best independent contractor jobs to try.
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.
Saving Money
Is Netflix A Cost Efficient Entertainment Option For You?
Are you getting the most out of your Netflix account? How much is it costing you? Here’s how you can find out.
SaveUp.com Review: A Rewards Program That Encourages People To Save And Pay Off Debt
SaveUp is a rewards program that encourages people to save, pay off debt and make positive changes to their financial lives.
How To Deal with Out of Control Spending
“Where does all my money go?” “Why isn’t there any money left at the end of the month?” “I can’t pay all my bills every month.” If one of these phrases describes you, you probably have a problem with spending. Quite simply, your spending is out of control. People spend money for different reasons. If […]
10 Weird And Unconventional Ways To Save Money
When you’re looking for ways to save money, these unconventional ideas may not immediately come to mind. They can, however, help you to save.
4 Ways To Setup An Automatic Savings And Investment Plan
It can be hard to get motivated to start saving for your financial future. Here are 4 ways to make saving and investing automatic and easy.
Reviews
Plex Media Server Review: Cord Cutter’s DVR And Media Hub
Plex is a home entertainment hub for cord cutters that serves your favorite TV shows and movies from your computer to your big screen TV or mobile device.
Ibotta Means Easy Savings Of $240 A Year For The Average User
Ibotta app is a legitimate and easy way to save money. Here’s how you can leverage the cash rebates found in the app to save up hundreds per year!
Unboxing The Motorola Moto X 2nd Gen Smartphone From Republic Wireless
The Motorola Moto X 2nd Generation mobile phone from Republic Wireless is a high end phone with a great wireless provider. Here’s why you should check it out.
Radius Bank Review: Free Cash Back Rewards Checking
If you’re looking for a full-service bank, including one that provides business banking services, Radius is an excellent choice. Here’s a Radius Bank review
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 […]



