Link Round-Up – No Rest For The Weary Edition

Hey everyone, I trust that today’s edition finds you well.  I’m a little compressed for time as my next deadline is quickly approaching and having just recently boasted as to my 6 month streak, I wanted to get something out even if I’m relying on others for all the heavy lifting. One of the treats in maintaining a site like this is the chance to interact with folks with whom I’d...

Car Lease Saves Budget…?

Recently a reader commented on his grand plan to remove some uncertainly from his monthly budget process.  On the surface, and when introduced this way, it sounds like a good idea and something worthy of a second look.  However, that extra moment of review was at once comical and revolting, at least to my budgetary tastes. Now this article is not intended to blast a reader.  Only on a couple rare...

Does Your Money Even Like You?

It is easy to assume that you like your money but do you convey that affection through you actions and behaviors?  How does your money reciprocate? Of course there are Biblical Principles at play here.  The parable of the talents comes straight to mind.  Principles of stewardship and thankfulness are, as well, quick at hand. The precept here is that a relationship exists between you and your money. ...

5 Things I HATE about Personal Finance

I suppose you saw this one coming after my recent article in this vein.  Even as a Personal Finance disciple there are still elements that I dislike…  So with tongue (mostly) in cheek, here is a list of 5 things I Hate about Personal Finance. Personal Finance dampens the fun of impulses – I want a new car!  Specifically I want a new Acura TL.  It is such a beautiful car.  It is...

How Do You Frugal?

There’s a lot of talk of being frugal these days, which in the best of times is wise but is becoming a requirement for some as the economy experiences a harsh downturn in its typically cyclical path.  As I’ve explored this topic I’ve come to realize that frugality, as a way of life, might best be compared to vegetarianism – and I’ve identified 4 categorical analogies: 1....