Even if you’re not a corporate salesperson with strict numbers to hit, or a big-time lawyer with clients to get out of tight spots, you can benefit from becoming a better negotiator. We negotiate all the time in our day to day lives. We work to secure better prices and terms when we make big […]
Archives for April 2014
Reader Question: $300,000 to Invest: What Should I Do?
I received an interesting question in my inbox the other day from one of my readers. I’ve edited it a bit but it went something like this: PF Pro. I’m 30 and I have very inconsistent income but when I do make money it’s usually a lot. I made $50,000 the last two months but […]
Things to Consider When Taking Out a Mortgage
If you a first-time home buyer or are looking to buy the house of your dreams, then there are some factors that should be taken into consideration before looking for a home and then applying for a mortgage to pay for it. Anyone buying a home should actually figure out how much home they can […]
Through the Eyes of a Beginner: A Book Review of The Boglehead’s Guide to Investing
Editor’s Note: When I started my investing journey four years ago, the first book I ever picked up was the Bogleheads’ Guide to Investing. Looking back, I’d say this book was the absolute best thing that ever happened to me(finance-wise) since it really opened up my eyes to low cost index funds and the basics […]
Choose the Right Moving Company and Save Money on Your Move
A move to a new home can turn into a nightmare, unless you find a good moving company. Indeed, the right choice of a moving company will save you money, time and worries. So that your move was quick and trouble-free, it is crucial that you thoroughly research available moving options and companies ready to […]
The Joys of SUV Ownership
The sports utility vehicle, or SUV as it is more commonly called, is becoming a vehicle that is the most popular in the automobile industry. The ancestors of today’s SUVs are the Jeeps and the Land Rovers from World War II with the first modern SUV being the Jeep Cherokee that was first released in […]
5 Things You Need to Know Before Becoming a Landlord
Many people view real estate as an excellent source of passive income. Once you put up your initial investment – in other words, once you buy your rental property – all the rest is just gravy when your tenants start writing you a rent check every month. While some people have had significant financial success […]
So You’ve Decided to Own and Manage a Restaurant?
If you own or manage a restaurant then in order to be successful you need to provide both food that is great tasting and service that is high quality and convenient for your customers. This means that you should have a restaurant merchant account so you can easily accept credit and debit cards and gift […]
Depreciation is My New Best Friend
I just submitted my taxes and it felt good. The sense of accomplishment this year was especially gratifying because I got a lot of money back. Normally if you get money back it’s because you didn’t do a very good job of calculating your estimated withholding. But 2013 was the first year I got to […]
Financial Carnival for Young Adults
This week I’m hosting the Financial Carnival of Young Adults. Feel free to browse the articles below and let me know which ones were your favorites in the comments section below. Editor’s Picks: Cat @ Budget Blonde writes Saving on Baby Expenses During the First Year – As a mother of four kids, I have learned a lot about what […]
Saving Money in Waste Management by Recycling Metals
Aluminum and steel are the most common metals that are discussed when recycling of metals is considered. Silver, gold, brass and copper may also be used in the manufacturing industry but their value is so high that they are rarely thrown away. Aluminum and steel are used in such vast quantities that they can create […]
Reader Question: How Should I Invest my HSA?
Editor’s Note: For those who aren’t familiar with Health Savings Accounts, I’ve written extensively on the topic before, take a look. Reader GP writes in this week asking about HSA’s: I’ve got a pretty substantial HSA balance now and I need to know how to invest it. Simple and to the point, I like those […]
Millennials in the Workplace: 5 Etiquette Tips for Success
Along with courses in personal finance, our education system seems to be largely lacking in a general course that teaches working Millennials about professional office etiquette. While business majors may get this information, the rest of us typically have to pick up on what’s appropriate and what’s not from our experiences. As Millennials, we’re probably […]
Book Review of the White Coat Investor and Giveaway!
Editor’s Note: Leave a comment below to be entered to win one of two copies of the book! It was right around this time one year ago when we found out that my fiancee had gotten into medical school. She had always dreamed of becoming a doctor and now she was one step closer. For […]
How to Efficiently Send Money Online Within the US
Editor’s Note: Today we have a guest post from my friend and fellow blogger Logan Lemberger. I’ve actually known him since we were kids and played in the same basketball league at our local park. Now a days though, Logan works for a cool new payments start-up and blogs in his free time. I […]
How To Make A TripIt Account
A free TripIt subscription is available for anyone who has already applied for the Barclaycard Arrival World MasterCard. For those who do not have the Barclaycard Arrival MasterCard it is a card with great rewards for travel and you can learn more about it in our review or apply here. This page will describe the […]
How to Get Car Financing for Your New Automobile
Now is the perfect time to buy a new car—with low prices and hot financing options available everywhere you turn, there’s no better time to make the purchase you’ve been waiting for. But before you just jump onto the first financing deal you come across, you should remember that you have options and carefully consider […]
Check Out My First Podcast for LandlordU
I realized a long time ago that I was good at making money. I’ve also known for a while that I am pretty cheap and that’s made me a good saver. But it wasn’t until around 5 years ago that I started really focusing on investing. I talk about a lot of personal finance topics […]
The Great Debate: Save Money or Make Money?
When it comes to building real wealth and dramatically improving your net worth, investing is usually the way to go. And the best way to successfully invest is to start early. This way, you allow your money to compound over time – and compound interest is a far more powerful factor than even throwing tons […]
What’s the Best Fix for a Broken iPhone 5 Screen?
So you pull into a parking spot, take your seat belt off and start to get out of the car when you suddenly remember your phone is still on your lap. But it’s too late, the soft thud of your phone hitting the ground is a sound that I’m all too familiar with. Back when […]