50 Ways to Save Money for the Cash Strapped Consumer

Times are tough. The stock market had its worst week ever last week and now is the time to make sure that you make it through the rough years bound ... of paying a monthly fee to TiVo. Check out Netflix. It's a lot cheaper than cable or satellite and still ... cheap vodka. Check for super cheap bottles of wine and discount beer at places like Trader Joe's [more...]

Date: 2008-10-14 20:10:15

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U.S. House considering Irving's bailout idea

President-elect Barack Obama this week wrangled with lawmakers over the release of the second half of federal ... when credit markets are hurting their chances of selling bonds that finance such initiatives. "We should be able to get affordable interest rates as we've done in the past but the credit market [more...]

Date: 2009-01-15 00:18:53

Golden Globes: the nominees react

The Hollywood Foreign Press Association tipped its collective hat to a number of the season’s hopeful contenders this morning, so it’s time to hear some reactions. Generally, a piece such as this is bound to consist of a bunch of gushing, perhaps even boilerplate gratitude from the nominees [more...]

Date: 2008-12-11 20:00:32

Gates of Vienna News Feed 10/16/2008

A woman will lead Muslim prayers in Oxford. The EU bans incandescent bulbs. The FBI launches an investigation of ACORN.But the story about the subduing of the drunken hijacker on an airliner bound from Turkey to St. Petersburg is my favorite, because of this quote:“Surprisingly this hooligan was not British,” said an official at Pulkovo [more...]

Date: 2008-10-17 03:55:00

Obama the Socialist

Spread the wealth! Socialism: Socialists mainly share the belief that capitalism unfairly concentrates power and wealth into a small section of ... of billions of dollars in government handouts that are disguised by the phrase “tax credit.” … ... , would have no income tax liability and most of those would get a check from the IRS each year [more...]

Date: 2008-10-13 22:14:22

Back from injury, K-wings Kindret ready to go

By: Mark C.McGlothlen Ryan Kindret skated into the Kalamazoo Wings training camp this past fall with high hopes for a successful year ... was checked in the corner by a member of the opposition. That check took him out of that game and placed ... with a laugh. “I put myself in a dangerous position and the guy finished his check on me,” [more...]

Date: 2009-01-07 21:19:14

Kevin Nealon Records Humorous Radio Ads For Charity Giveaway

Former SNL star Kevin Nealon has recorded a series of funny radio ads as part of a fundraiser for the Boys & ... (with dire results) in the annual American Century Celebrity Golf Championship at Lake Tahoe. “I love ... of nonexistent credit, there are plenty of ways to get into a home, including that trusty oversized key [more...]

Date: 2009-01-06 18:27:54

The voice of the “free TEFL course” speaks

After my disbelieving post about the truth of claims of free TEFL training (followed by disbelieving comments by my regular readers, both of them), I got a reply from someone in the parent company and sent off some questions that I thought were worth asking. He didn’t have time to answer my follow up questions, but I have left them in ( [more...]

Date: 2009-01-10 11:17:00

6 Financial Mistakes You'll Soon Regret

Written on 9/24/2008 by me, Jay White, the founder of Dumb Little Man and an all around average guy ... app.Photo Credit: demi-brooke Assuming you haven't been under a rock for the last 10 years, I'm fairly ... advice of choosing credit cards, reducing debt, setting a budget, or managing cash. What I want to try [more...]

Date: 2008-09-24 04:24:28

Detaching From Material Possessions a Sign of Emotional and Financial Maturity

Photo by crazytales562 Here lately I’ve been in a reflective mood.  Not sure why ... on it, but thinking about how I got to where I am today. My very first credit card purchase was a Sony Playstation.  I was a sophomore in college and had just received a brand new, shiny credit card [more...]

Date: 2008-07-15 11:00:02

It’s 2009, Where’s your head at?

I think I’m going to start an annual post, instead of talking about my resolutions I want to talk about things that we should have since it’s 2009 ... it is because in Poland it takes 30 seconds. If two institutions are certified credit facilities (banks, paypal, credit unions, etc) then it should be instantaneous of a bank transfer between them [more...]

Date: 2009-01-08 18:00:33

Taking Steps Towards Financial Freedom

If there was anything that the hubby and I did right in settling our major obligations in 2008 it was debt consolidation ... . We even managed to terminate credit cards, which we are very happy about. We decided that we will keep a couple for each of us. What’s more is if any of the couple of credit card companies [more...]

Date: 2009-01-12 03:46:04

Another silly contest. Year 2, Week 24 Results: 2.2 oz of plastic waste.

Feeling much better this week, thanks to a lot of sleep, hot water, and Thanksgiving dinner! (Thanksgiving dinner is good for everything, right?) ... , which I've requested be stopped; Annual Social Security Statement; New Chase credit cards ... began:3 credit & membership cards. Chase VISA, expired; Cala foods card, expired. One fan club [more...]

Date: 2008-12-02 08:34:23

Tenant Flees Without Warning - or Paying

Yesterday I went over to my most recently purchased duplex to execute a Notice to Vacate to one of my tenants. Her rent was 30 days past due ( ... the unit and post the notice to vacate on the interior of the front door (per state law). I was steeled ... for this to happen. The other tenant's rent covers the mortgage payment in full, and I just paid my ann [more...]

Date: 2009-01-07 17:19:00

Credit Card Review: Chase Freedom

Chase Freedom has always been a favorite among card users seeking cash back rewards. But in recent months, there have been some big changes to this card that was once the hands down best card for cash back rebates. You can still get $100 cash back with a new Chase Freedom card , but once you’re in, things are a bit different than they used to be. Check out this review of the updated Chase Freedom card for the lowdown. [more...]

Date: 2009-10-01 11:11:57

Don’t take your laptop on your holiday: psychologist

Though laptops and wireless Internet connections are considered inseparable tools for the new-age executives, ... in mobile phone and Internet technology has already affected our weekends and now it is invading annual ... . Coopers said the current credit crisis has aggravated the problem with people keeping themselves glued [more...]

Date: 2008-08-09 04:28:01

The Schwab Bank Invest First™ Visa Signature® Credit Card

The name of the card has clearly too many symbols and arguably too many syllables, but when the daily financial news is consistently dire, ... to literally take advantage of a credit card’s bonus features, check this out: Unlimited 2% “cash” back ... I should just be happy to see something that is this innovative and attractive. It’s a credit [more...]

Date: 2008-12-09 12:56:30

Review: 'Inspecting Carol' at Lonny Chapman Group Repertory Theatre

Scrooge may fear the Ghost of Christmas Yet to Come, but theaters dread a different visitation: ... a government check. “Inspecting Carol,” Daniel Sullivan and the Seattle Repertory Company’s winning ... . With operations running in the red and only a few rehearsals left for their annual cash cow, the director [more...]

Date: 2008-12-11 23:15:00

No Employer Health Insurance

With today’s economic pressures, many employers and especially small employers are staying away from providing health insurance benefits ... of the carrier’s limits, deductibles and co-pay options. These factors can influence the annual premium cost. It is also sensible to check the availability of group policy options that may be available [more...]

Date: 2009-01-08 21:12:02

Can I Afford to Retire Now?

This is a question plaguing most baby boomers today.  For those on the cusp of retiring, statistics show they plan on working longer ... . If you have a 401K plan, the maximum annual contribution you can make in 2009 is $16,500.  However ... . Also consider that if you postpone collecting Social Security, there is an 8% credit for each year [more...]

Date: 2009-01-10 15:45:48

No Bank Account? Big Problem

A look at people living outside our financial system. ... will report them to the authorities. Many don’t speak English and don’t understand the intricacies ... ; it can reach over 500% the annual rate. The Merriam-Webster dictionary gives this definition of usury: “ [more...]

Date: 2008-08-24 14:54:23

FREE GiveAway - "The Quiet Millionaire" - We are doing a giveaway of Brett Wilder's fantastic book "The Quiet Millionaire." To have a go at winning it you've to leave a comment with 2 random digits. Yes, it's that simple, so check it out. $50 Off - Northwest Airlines Discount Coupon CarnivalsI'll Never Forget the Day I Read a Book hosted Book [more...]

Date: 2008-10-03 04:28:03

Arse Elektronika 2009 Festival, 10/1 - 10/4

Annalee Newitz speaking at Arse Elektronika 2008. (credit: Laughing Squid ) Arse Elektronika 2009, the annual conference on sex, technology and the future, kicks off tonight. Here's how this year's kinky conference (“ Of Intercourse & Intracourse ”) is being described. We may not forget that mankind is a sexual and tool-using species. And that’s why our annual conference Arse Elektronika deals with sex, technology and the future. [more...]

Date: 2009-10-01 21:12:39

Why Student Loans Cheaper and Bigger

The credit crunch has deterred many who want to go to college but the federal government has once again risen to the occasion ... because of lack of employment no longer can support their college bound student. The federal government ... the economy has been in such a state some parents find that their credit has run into problems [more...]

Date: 2009-01-16 22:56:40

ANNISE PARKER ANNOUNCES BANKING PROGRAM!

IT'S TIME TO PLUG THE LEAK WITH BANK ON HOUSTON!We’ve been hearing a lot lately about the national economic crisis, ... lending and check-cashing industry is draining more than $70 million dollars a year out of local ... . The Brookings Institution reports that a family with an annual income of $20,000 can spend an average [more...]

Date: 2009-01-15 05:47:00

Stock Market Diversification Works! The Proof

To make money in the stock market, all you need is a proper asset allocation and time. ... horizon. (Time) Let’s check out some numbers behind these statements made available ... years, here were the annual returns and standard deviations (among other measures) for 4 different [more...]

Date: 2008-07-22 20:32:59

First-of-the-New-Year Ramble [update 2]

Here’s what the boys at Brain Stab used to call a bunch o’ links; i.e., news, views and opinions around the web I’ve either picked up or been sent (for which much thanks) that you might be interested in too, most of which has appeared while I’ve been sunning myself in the Bay of Plenty.Is this the biggest cheque ever? What is Money? [more...]

Date: 2009-01-13 00:44:00

DrumBeat: August 8, 2008

Oil sinks to 3-month low Crude ends near $115 a barrel on a slumping global economy and after disrupted supply from a pipeline attack in Turkey is rerouted. Light, sweet crude for September delivery settled down $4.82 to $115.20 on the New York Mercantile Exchange. It was the lowest close since May 1, when oil finished at $112.52. .. [more...]

Date: 2008-08-08 12:25:54

Michigan State Football Strength Clinic

I just received word via John Wood’s Functional Hand Strength mailing list Ken Leistner will be emcee’ing and speaking at the Michigan State ... , as they aren’t set up to accept credit cards. For information, directions, etc. contact MSU assistant ... you and your fellow coaches to the 2nd Annual MSU Strength & Conditioning Clinic for Football.  The [more...]

Date: 2009-01-07 18:55:27

Gates of Vienna News Feed 8/25/2008

USAClinton Dismisses McCain Ads CanadaThe Taliban Letter to the Canadian People Europe and the EULocal Councils Accused of Spying on Residents’ Sex LivesMulti-Cultural Festival in OsloItaly: Former Leader Renews Attack on Palestinian Militant GroupFailed Asylum Seekers Going UndergroundMinisters Accused of ‘Leaving Black Youths to Die’ as Three [more...]

Date: 2008-08-26 00:49:00

Our Latest Advertiser: Breeders Theater’s “Prairie Heart”

The B-Town Blog is proud to welcome our latest Advertiser: Breeders Theater’s “Prairie Heart,” a new romantic comedy playing at E.B ... . The annual “Escape from Super Bowl Sunday” show is Sunday, Feb. 1 and starts at 1pm. Proceeds ... or check out breederstheater.com. Tickets can also be ordered online at E.B. Foote’s “Current [more...]

Date: 2009-01-05 12:09:01

DVD Round Up, Jan. 13, 2009: ???My Best Friend???s Girl,??? ???My Bloody Valentine,??? ???Little Britain USA,??? ???Breakfast at Tiffany???s???

CHICAGO ??? Audrey Hepburn and Dane Cook. You won’t find that kind of variety too many places outside of HollywoodChicago’s DVD & ... this weekend, you should check out the available special edition. “Breakfast at Tiffany’s,” “Funny ... a lineup that diverse anywhere other than the round-up. (Check out the first edition of the round [more...]

Date: 2009-01-14 00:10:22

Blogging Inspiration

Who was the person inspired you to blog? I would say my son. He is the best thing that ever happened to me ... . In speaking of annual fee, I think all credit cards were the same but with rewards and cash backs only few ... on Mitch Asks? Don't forget to visit Smart Credit Choices site which talks about a credit card jd [more...]

Date: 2008-11-24 19:24:39

Money for nothin’, chicks for free?

Ahhh, January. Playoffs and payoffs. The henhouse gets a little crowded when more than a few of the credit chickens come home to roost ... the check as income, even though it was…last year. That’s what debts are like. Like the credit card bill ... s like for people who buy everything with credit cards, don’t pay them off, and end up just making minimal [more...]

Date: 2009-01-15 15:34:08

Miles Rewards

The husband told me few days ago that his miles awards to anywhere in the US or Asia has been doing nice. And we can prolly use that anytime ... for our vacation. www.megacredit.com So, I might get a new credit card that has a miles rewards cards. I have that before but I simply discontinued it due to a very high per annual fee. Now, that the [more...]

Date: 2008-10-29 03:03:40

What we learned….

Justin Jones, Manager of Government Relations at UTA and Representative Jay Seegmiller, Amtrak conductor, talking trains ... located at any door of a bus or on a train platform.  Tap on. Tap off.  Tap your annual pass or contactless credit/debit card on the reader when you board and tap it again when you get off. The train [more...]

Date: 2009-01-16 23:08:19

Today In Reward Cards

Correction First lets start with a correction.   Several people have wrote me to say that the Schwab rewards card, which returns two percent back, ... array of benefits.   The benefits are in tiers, depending on annual spending.    Tier ... is 50% off of two full fare international business tickets on Delta.   My quick check of Delta’s fares [more...]

Date: 2008-12-10 23:06:55

Congressional Payfarce

This is an update of a previous posting on this topic. "If they will only do their job that is all that they are being overpaid for."David O. Selznick, on actors and actressesAs the economy caves in at an ever faster rate, our elected officials are cashing in, their pay raise, that is. It seems small, a 2.8 percent increase in pay [more...]

Date: 2009-01-08 21:38:00

Fuel Posted By : Steven G

Fuel Posted By : Steven G When it comes to business and finance there is a big problem with the ethics of the men and women behind big oil and the government officials that have been elected to keep the well being of the country in check ... market or fix the credit crunch, but there’s still plenty that you can do to get into better financial [more...]

Date: 2009-01-14 16:19:02

Movember to Remember: Please Donate

Prostate cancer is not a laughing matter. OK in some cases it is. But anyway... Today kicks off Movember (www.movember.com), the month formerly known as November. Movember is an annual charity movement where men lose ... . To donate to HHR's Mo you can either: Click this link and donate online using your credit card or PayPal [more...]

Date: 2008-11-01 17:13:00

become infamous for its ballooning costs, which have swollen to four times the original estimate in just three years. The velodrome and main stadium are also bulging beyond the confines of their original budget. That said, CLM can perhaps take credit that they're far from the greediest kitten at the teat. Olympic [more...]

Date: 2008-07-18 16:12:03

Best 0% APR Credit Cards

Gone are the days when you couldn’t walk to your mail box without a credit card offering 0% on balance transfers or 0% on purchases hitting you in ... for it. There is absolutely no reason why anyone should pay an annual fee to use a credit card, unless it offers ... the face. With the recent credit crisis and all the bank failures, credit card issuers [more...]

Date: 2009-01-15 12:09:25

MITCH ALBOM ON DETROIT

The Courage of DetroitOver the Christmas Holidays Mitch Albom was invited by Sports Illustrated magazine to write something about the plight and pulse of Detroit. A lot of it touches Windsor too. Here it is:This was Christmas night. In the basement of a church off an icy street in downtown Detroit, four dozen homeless men and women sat at tables [more...]

Date: 2009-01-16 14:38:00

State of Cycling in Massachusetts

Today is the last day in the world I'd ride my bike because it was -3 degrees when I woke up ... "T-boning" accidents where motorists don't realize how fast bikes go and turn in front of them. Bikes ... is absolutely at fault for hitting me. I wish I could claim credit for helping pass this law, but the credit [more...]

Date: 2009-01-16 22:08:26

New Obama Ad Lies About McCain Health Care Plan

The Obama campaign released an attack ad against McCain today entitled COIN. On health care there are two sides. Barack Obama will require insurance companies to cover routine treatments like vaccines and mammograms. John McCain would deregulate insurance giants letting them bypass patient protections in your state [more...]

Date: 2008-10-06 03:01:45

The New China, Bush Asks for TARP, 2009 Oil Surprise, Buy Turkmenistan and More!

by Addison Wiggin & Ian Mathias Chinese exports dive; oil imports, money supply and leverage rise… sound familiar? Bush asks for rest of $700 billion TARP… S&P says USA’s credit rating getting shaky Dan ... . Unfortunately, the model was still dependent on mass consumption in the West. Without credit-fueled [more...]

Date: 2009-01-08 01:36:29

Raising 4.3 trillion US dollars: What Obama isn’t telling America about his “tax cuts”…

It all sounds so good…. 95% of Americans getting tax cuts. Tho even the most shallow of thinkers have to wonder how this can be when the non-partisan Tax Policy Center notes that 38% of Americans have no tax debt at all. But let’s leave the most simple of mathematical errors behind. After all, it’s the “intent” that matters, yes? [more...]

Date: 2008-10-25 07:01:48

Ukraine Wobbles As The Financial Ground Beneath It Trembles

The medium-term outlook (for Ukraine) is sensitive to both external developments and policy responses ... 2006 Article IV Consultation Staff Report (February 2007) Ukraine’s economy is in trouble ... market and credit crunchg problems at this point in time (but here, of course, there is no strength [more...]

Date: 2008-10-12 12:15:13

Pertinent Obituary, Dimon Says Worst Not Over, Oil Producers Struggle, The Next Bubble and More!

One company to summarize all of the last 10 years… now on its deathbed Credit crisis survivor predicts “worst… not yet behind us” Oil ... and now the epitome of the credit crisis: Nortel had $2.4 billion of cash in hand yesterday ... for most of 2009. In terms of our sector, we expect consumer loans and credit cards to continue [more...]

Date: 2009-01-15 19:40:53

How to Make Money From Your Blog

StevePavlina.com was launched 19 months ago. 12 months ago it was averaging $4.12/day in income. Now it brings in over $200/day. I didn’t spend a dime on marketing or promotion. In fact, I started this site with just $9 to register the domain name, and everything was bootstrapped from there [more...]

Date: 2009-01-13 05:55:00

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