Tag Archives: financial values
Save Yourself
You don’t want to go to bed worried that a blown-out water heater could be your undoing. Yet only about 40 percent of Americans would be able to cover an unexpected $1,000 expense. “The point of money is to feel … Continue reading
Worth Asking….
My most prized possession is …my Bible. I’ve had it since I became a born-again Christian in college. It’s all marked up with notes, and the pages are falling out- but I know exactly where they go.If I had open … Continue reading
Get your finances in order
If you received a healthy tax refund, put half toward urgent debt, like credit cards or unpaid bills. Put the other half into savings, college, or retirement funds. If you received a paycheck raise (or not), increase your 401K contribution … Continue reading
Can You Step Up Financially !
How do I tell my cheap girlfriend that she needs to pitch in? We’ve been dating for over a year. On the rare occasions she takes me out, I have to pay for at least part of it. She’s even … Continue reading
What to ask before you buy ?
Coming across the article: 7 Questions to Ask Yourself Before Buying Anything by Beth Kleiner was a serendipity moment, as many individuals are trying to get a hold of their budget coming out of the trifecta of holidays (Halloween, Thanksgiving, … Continue reading
Real Life of an MSW 