What is fun and how much does it cost?

Everyone is interested in having a fun life. We find all sorts of ways to entertain ourselves in our free time. And if studies on work habits are accurate, we will take opportunities to have fun while working and clocked in.

You must also consider life is a series of tradeoffs. Tradeoffs are made based on our personal goals. Goals related to fun commonly involve money.
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Dollars & Sense! – March 2010

Watch out, scams are increasing.

Since September 08 it has been amazing the number of scams that have been identified.
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Love is an interesting concept.

Several love related concepts have emerged as I have done financial counseling for over 20 years. Some express their love for their children and will do anything for their happiness. Other love their possessions and acquiring them. And some love the goal of long term happiness while on earth.
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Dollars & Sense! January 2010

Ready, set, go. The starting line is here and another New Year is upon us. So how did you do financially for 2009? And what are your goals for 2010?

Asset building for the future is the name of the game we are all part of. You choose how much you want to participate. Twenty-plus years of financial counseling have taught me one thing. The most successful people I know have always had goals they wish to achieve. Incentive, focus and discipline yield results.
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Dollars & Sense! – December 2009

Line up here for free government money and free tax filing help.

How many of the headlines these days are about the recession, recovery and all the government stimulus programs?? Yes, we are in the most difficult financial times as a country since the 1930s. And our leaders are throwing a lot of money into the economy to get things back to “normal”.
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Setting a good example.

As a parent, grandparent, mentor or whatever you are, you have an obligation to teach those around you about managing finances. The school systems do not see this as their obligation. However I applaud those teachers who try to include it within their curriculum restrictions.

So what should our children be taught? And when? Read more

Power at your fingertips.

The power of wealth building is available to anyone. It has been written about numerous times and even been advertised on the covers of magazines. But like many good ideas, it is commonly ignored be the masses.
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Power at your fingertips.

The power of wealth building is available to anyone. It has been written about numerous times and even been advertised on the covers of magazines. But like many good ideas, it is commonly ignored be the masses.
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Good for you and the community.

I have yet to meet an individual that did not benefit from giving time, talent and treasure to a good cause. So what have you done for your fellow man lately? Read more

Wanted: Applicants for a new home

Have you ever wondered about hosting a party and no one shows up? You send out lots of invitations through a variety of sources. People show interest and still you are unable to get any serious responses. Read more

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