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- Steps To Help Save Money Now. Not Later. - by Submitted on Oct 26, 2010 from Mike PetersonFive things you can do today to curb your spending and bulk up your savings account. You tell yourself things will be different this time. Last time? You weren’t ready. You weren’t dedicated. Not like this time. This time, you’ll stick to your budget – no matter what. This time, there’s ...
Views: 1577(1 vote) - Caught in a Money Trap? Keep Reading. - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2010 from Mike PetersonAccording to a well-known proverb, “Insanity is doing the same thing in the same way and expecting a different outcome.” Same goes for financial matters. After all, there’s something a little crazy about falling into the same money traps over and over again (and expecting that, one day, things ...
Views: 1604(3 votes) - Five Things to Consider Before You Refinance - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2010 from Mike PetersonInterest rates are historically low – should you jump on the refinancing bandwagon? Thinking about refinancing your home? Interest rates are dropping and people across the country are looking for ways to make the most of their money. While refinancing can help put a little extra cash in your ...
Views: 1370(2 votes) - Creating Your Own (Cash-Based) Bailout Plan - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2010 from Mike PetersonWant to get your finances back on track? Go back to cash. Here are five tips to help you get started. If there’s an upside to today’s uncertain economic climate, it’s the fact that the recession has forced Americans to take a long, hard look at their spending and saving habits. We’re ...
Views: 1302(2 votes) - How To Retire a Millionaire - by Submitted on Aug 10, 2010 from Mike PetersonDo you want to live like the young, rich, flashy millionaires who live fast and die young? Or do you want to build a stable fortune? Sure the life of fast cars and expensive toys is fun, but does it last? Only until the next bear market. In a recent Phoenix Cos. survey, all six types of ...
Views: 1308(1 vote) - Teaching Children the Importance of Money - by Submitted on Aug 10, 2010 from Mike PetersonChildren seem to be born with an insatiable desire to spend. Whether it’s Christmas, birthday parties, or a trip to the local mall, children are never too shy when it comes to vocalizing their wants. And sometimes, they’re relentless. Parents face this on a daily basis. Dealing with the ...
Views: 2691(2 votes) - How To Avoid Financial Foibles - by Submitted on Aug 10, 2010 from Mike PetersonEven if you think you are a careful spender, you could be making basic financial mistakes that are common to almost all of us. To steer clear of these mistakes, follow these simple steps and be in better control of your bank account. * Don’t Miss The Catch. Whenever you hear or see a ...
Views: 2033(1 vote) - Eight Great Ways to Save Money - by Submitted on Aug 10, 2010 from Mike PetersonIf you are constantly on a shoestring budget and are always out of cash, take a good look at your spending and lifestyle habits. You will find that by making a few minor changes, you can both fatten your wallet and have a savings account to fall back on. Saving money is not difficult. It’s ...
Views: 2155(1 vote) - Live Simply, Be Wealthy - by Submitted on Aug 10, 2010 from Mike PetersonWho is wealthier: The man who drives a fast car, eats at expensive restaurants, has all the latest gadgets, and lives paycheck-to-paycheck? Or the man who drives an older model, reserves dining out for special occasions, doesn’t bother with expensive toys, and has enough money accumulated in the ...
Views: 1618(1 vote) - 11 Simple Ways to Organize Your Finances - by Submitted on Aug 05, 2010 from Mike PetersonWhether you are married or single, taking control of the household finances can feel like a part-time job. Some simple tips can help you streamline your time, organize your finances, and reduce the stress of household money matters. 11 Simple Ways to Organize Your Finances #1 Keep Your ...
Views: 1468(1 vote) - Free Up 10% to 15% Of Your Income - by Submitted on Aug 05, 2010 from Mike PetersonWould you be interested in freeing up 10% to 15% of your current income? Just imagine what you could do with this money. You could pay down your debts, increase your savings, or work toward that next important purchase that you have in mind. Wouldn’t it be exciting to actually have money left ...
Views: 1235(1 vote) - How Do I Get Out of Debt? - by Submitted on Aug 05, 2010 from Mike PetersonIt's a question we've all asked ourselves; anyone who's ever owned a credit card, taken out a student loan, financed a car, or paid a mortgage has accumulated debt. Debt can feel overwhelming, but you don't have to be a slave to it. You just need a little common sense and some budgeting savvy. ...
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