Do you know how to be mortgage smart? It’s home buying season once again and the housing market has now come back after a few years of tough times. In fact, as I write this, I’m in the middle of emailing documents and wiring money to buy a rental property. But that’s a subject for […]
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Money Making Idea #4- How to Start a Side Gig Freelancing Part-Time
My latest money making idea is all about freelancing -using skills you already have to make extra money in addition to your full-time job. The cool thing about making money with a side gig is that you have the freedom to work your own hours while being your own boss. As a freelancer, you have the option […]
Should You Take on Debt to Get a Tax Break?
Have you ever had someone advise you to take on debt (such as a mortgage or a car lease) so you can get a tax break? Maybe it was your dad, a friend, or even a trusted professional such as an accountant whom you trust to give you good, solid financial advice. A tax break […]
Money Making Idea #3- Detailing Cars
My latest money making idea, car detailing, came to me as I was cleaning out my car this past weekend. I’d been neglecting the task for way too long. I’ve been too busy with other things (like shooting videos for my online course). I was thinking about the times I had hired a guy to do car detailing […]
Don’t Let Money Leaks Ruin Your Financial Foundation
Have you ever noticed how a tiny drip of water can do a tremendous amount of work over time? For example, over thousands of years, a small drip inside a cave can form a huge stalagtite. A relatively average sized river like the Colorado can carve a spectacular formation like the grand canyon. Or, like […]
Money Making Idea #2- Buy & Sell Used Cars
In this entry in my “Money Making Ideas” series, I’ll cover a great way to make extra money without a ton of work. It’s about buying and selling used cars. A Money Making Idea With an Excellent Return Of course, this money making idea requires that you have some money to get started. If you […]
Don’t Buy Stuff You Can’t Afford- Hilarious Video From SNL
I saw this great skit on Saturday Night Live a while back and thought I would share it with all my readers. It’s a great laugh but also probably the truest and simplest thing you can do to keep your financial situation under control. Watch Amy Pohler and Steve Martin work their comedy magic and […]
Living Paycheck to Paycheck? How You Can Get Ahead (Part 2)
In the first ” Living Paycheck to Paycheck?- How to Get Ahead ” article in the series, I showed you eight things that may be causing you to live paycheck to paycheck. In this second part of the series, I’ll show you some of the things you can do to stop spending more than you […]
Money Making Idea #1- Sell Groups of Things Online
Welcome to the first out of many money making ideas I’ll be posting when the inspiration strikes. These ideas are meant to be quick tips for making extra money quickly to supplement your income, pay off debt, go on vacation, or whatever you might need a little extra money for to make your life easier. So, […]
Why a Home Equity Loan is a Terrible Idea for Paying Off Debt
Have you ever considered taking out a home equity loan (also known as a HELOC) to consolidate your debt? There are a lot of people out there giving personal finance advice that will advise you to do that when you’re trying to pay off your debt. But I think consolidating your debt into a home […]
