It’s easy to forget that more money doesn’t mean fewer bills. In fact, many people spend more money when they make more, which means their burden actually increases. The way to have more money is not to make more money, but keep more of the money you make. It’s easier then you think and just […]
Christmas is fast approaching, and with it, for some of us, accruing more debt! It’s important to share what you have with others, and show them your appreciation, and gift-giving is one of those ways – but remember there is no reason to “break the bank” to do it. A meaningful gift isn’t the most […]
…And having to work for minimum pay just so you could keep a roof over your head. Wouldn’t you rather be enjoying your twilight years with family and friends, traveling, or working on that favorite hobby? Plan ahead and you won’t have to. If you want to keep working ’til you drop – at least you have […]
A tip from the book Growing Up for Grown-Ups: Get a DRIP – it’s an easy way to watch your money grow without a lot of risk! How it works: Assuming a 10% average return over the long term – you could invest $50 per month for 10 years and you would have $10,408.81. Your cost […]
Clothes make the man. Naked people have little or no influence on society. ~Mark Twain There’s a saying that reads, “You only get one chance to make a first impression.” Think about those aspects of your appearance that might not be reflecting you at your best. Just because you’re broke does not mean you have […]
Last week I had the opportunity to meet Stedman Graham (and have dinner with him and Raymond Aaron) and hear him speak. Nice guy, and great speaker. When I told people that I had dinner with him, they were impressed – as was I! But most interesting to me is that no one knows what […]
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Will Rogers once said, “When you find yourself in a hole, stop digging.” …This is some of the best advice I’ve ever heard, yet also some of the hardest to implement. After all, digging that hole took time! Perhaps you’ve spent many years digging, and now you’ve found yourself neck-deep in spending habits you can’t seem to […]
“The art is not in making money, but in keeping it.” ~Anonymous proverb This quote starts off my first chapter. I chose it because I believe it. Anyone can make money, but few people learn how to keep it. It can be learned, and it’s not that hard!
