We’ve almost closed the books on 2016. Welcome 2017. Does anyone else have a brief moment of panic every time the year rolls over? It seems like yesterday when 2017 was just some unrealistically far-off year I entered as my credit card’s expiration date. Now, 2017 is (almost) today. The future is here. 😮 At […]
Archives for December 2016
Used Cars: Amazing Deal or Overrated?
I’m a natural contrarian. If you tell me the sky is blue, I’ll start looking for tornadoes turning the clouds green. Maybe I’ve been hanging around the personal finance community a little too much, who all agrees in unison that a new car is the fastest way to the poorhouse. Hell, I’m kinda guilty myself. […]
9 Proven Strategies for a Cheap Ski Vacation
Outside of maybe yacht racing and exotic car collecting, skiing has to go down as one of the most expensive hobbies ever. While those first two might be reserved for the one percenters, skiing can still be enjoyed by those of us who care about saving money… if we play our cards right. If I […]
Net Worth Update: November 2016
Welcome to another monthly Net Worth Report! Last month, I apologized for publishing the October update a little late. Never one to be outdone, this month’s update is even later! Yes, as we close the books on National Turkey Month, it’s time for that monthly strip down. If you’re new here, every month I reveal all […]
How to Choose the Right Type of Car (Without Wasting Money)
So you’ve driven your current beater into the ground and you’re completely sure it’s time to upgrade your ride. Now you’re ready to start the painful process of shopping for a new car. The $30,000 question is… which type of car do you buy? Fear not, as someone whose agonized over his new car purchase […]
