September 2012 Earnings and Net Worth Update
This month, I started saving up for my liberty fund. Saving up $30,000 is not easy, but it is a goal that I know I can attain. Here is how my month broke down.
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This month, I started saving up for my liberty fund. Saving up $30,000 is not easy, but it is a goal that I know I can attain. Here is how my month broke down.
I have written about who should pay for the first date in the past. We have also discussed how to save money when in a longer term relationship. Today, though, I am interested in how much you share about your finances, and what you expect to know, when in a new relationship.
How Much About Money Do You Share with Your New Honey? Read More »
In the past, I have written about the importance of an emergency fund many times, and have even given you updates on my progress to save up cash just in case. I have decided that am emergency fund is not good enough for my current situation, and I am saving up for something new I am calling a “Liberty Fund.”
Moving Past the Emergency Fund: The Liberty Fund Read More »
If you own your own home, you might like to do upgrades yourself. I have often debated hiring a professional or doing projects myself, but if you decide to do it yourself, you will need the tools for the job.
Buying or Renting Tools for Home Improvement Projects Read More »
I recently picked out a few projects to improve my condo. I want to add tile near my front door, build in a wine rack, and do a few other small projects. I could probably do some of the smaller projects on my own, but I’m not sure how well they would turn out.
Home Upgrades: Do It Yourself or Hire a Professional? Read More »
Investments are a huge part of your finances, and they are not limited to stocks and mutual funds. I am a big fan of investing in bonds, which are loans to businesses. There are multiple ways to invest in bonds and each has a different risk and cost profile. Corporate Bonds The easiest way to