Like all of you, I sometimes feel frustrated with my financial progress. We read big numbers about compound interest, saving, investing, and having a better future. Some days, however, we look at our accounts and feel like we are not making progress. I have a few methods to overcome financial frustration that I want to share with you.
When I Feel Frustrated – How to Deal Read More »
Now that I have settled into my new job, I have to deal with the financial side of leaving a job. It is something that many people put off, but when you get a new job it is important to make sure your retirement accounts are in order.
Rolling Over Your 401(k) Read More »
I was wondering what your take is on borrowing from a 401K to pay off credit cards. Everything I’ve read says not to but 1) I have an interest rate on one card that is 27%; 2) I’d be paying myself back an annual rate higher than anything I’m getting now. So why not?
Take a Loan on your 401(k)? Read More »
The trick to a good vacation is a balancing act of time, money, planning, flexibility, research, and playing by ear.
Ten Ways to Get the Most Out of a Vacation Read More »
This week, I read two books from the “Skinny On” series by Jim Randel. “The Skinny On Credit Cards” and “The Skinny On Networking” were quick, enjoyable books with an interesting twist compared to the average finance and how-to books you will read today.
Book Review: “The Skinny On” Series Read More »
Debt addition is a real thing. Unlike drugs, it is not a chemical dependency. It is more like a food addiction, it is a mental state where you cannot conceive living another way. It is a very real and very serious issue around the world, but particularly in North America.
