October 2009

X Marks the Spot: Navigating Financial Treasure Maps

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If you thought Indiana Jones had nothing to do with money, think again – treasure hunting can be more like your financial life than you want to believe.

What's Sizzling? – October 24th Edition

The best personal finance posts from the week, including preparing your home for the winter, things that are more important than your money, generic grocery products, and the pitfalls of buying in bulk.

Being Good With Money When You’re Bad With Math

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Five strategies to try if you’re bad with math, can’t seem to manage your money, and are ready to throw in the towel.

Eat Well, Lose Weight, and Save Some Money

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Over the past month, very quietly and in the comfort of my own home, I’ve been conducting a little experiment by eating less food. What have I accomplished?

Hurricanes and Planning for Financial Disaster

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Hurricanes are both ferocious and unpredictable, much like the financial storms in our lives. Can we learn from nature and be better prepared for our money problems?

Navigating The 4 Stages of New Car Ownership

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Breaking down car ownership into four distinct stages, and tips for getting through each one while using your money wisely.

What's Sizzling? – October 10th Edition

The best of personal finance from the week, including credit monitoring, Cash for Clunkers, money-saving tips, goals, trusting people, and minimalist finances.

Money Saving Tips for Exercise

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How to use your money effectively for exercise. Free is best, but if you do spend money, make sure you’re doing it in a way that gives you the most value for the dollar.

Why Freelancing Benefits Your Day Job

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Freelancing, moonlighting – these all carry negative connotations. Why is that? Side work can be enormously beneficial to your day job. Here are only a few reasons why.

Fiscal Fizzle 2.0, Now With CC 3.0

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Three minor, but significant changes to Fiscal Fizzle I’d like to tell you about today. Less posting, Creative Commons 3.0, and no more ads! Check it out.