Over the years, I’ve heard more good things about Adaptu from readers than I did about almost any other software or tool out there. It seemed that people who used it really liked it. It was their partnership with Man vs. Debt during his RV tour around the country that initially got me turned onto them, and I [...]
September 5, 2012
The Value of an Angie’s List Membership
Launched in 1995 as a site aggregating verified online reviews, Angie’s List reached mainstream popularity in the last few years, and boasts about 1.5 million subscribers. After constantly hearing about Angie’s List, I decided to finally give it a try. What pushed me over the edge was a recent decision to get the windows tinted [...]
August 28, 2012
Moving Your Finances Overseas
One of the very-long-term goals for our family, one that probably won’t be realized until the kids are sent off to college, is to live overseas for an extended period of time. Our family connections, careers, and school systems are among the things that keep us here for now. Over time, all of those factors [...]
June 22, 2012
How to Make Your Bank Account Work Harder
Selecting and managing a bank account might seem like a relative no-brainer in the money world. More “intense” tasks wait around the corner, like selecting investments for your portfolio or figuring out how to save for a home. But giving banking your attention once in a while is a smart idea, and a good way [...]
June 6, 2012
Why I Prefer Direct Deposit Over Paper Checks
When it comes to how one’s paycheck gets to the bank, there are two main options for employers and employees alike–the paper check and direct deposit. Many employers will only provide one or the other, depending on what state laws permit. At the remaining group of companies, employees can choose either option. That’s where I [...]