Well friends, I have joined the Yakezie Challenge! It is all about growing your blog and there's quite a bit of healthy competition, so I'm super excited. Right now, Alexa stats are a bit depressing: Alexa Stats: Global: 596,199 US: 110,637 Goals: Global: Break 550,000 US: Break … [Read more...]
My Disagreement with Dave Ramsey – Part 1
Dave Ramsey is well known for his Financial Peace University, Total Money Makeover,and of course, the Debt Snowball. I have to say, I have a bit of a disagreement with Dave Ramsey. I do not wish to discredit the work that he has has done, as his message has helped thousands of people get out of … [Read more...]
Why I’m Considering Dropping Dental Insurance
Yesterday, I got a bill in the mail from the dentist. $495 for an oral appliance, and my insurance won’t cover any of it. Why on earth do I have dental insurance, if it won’t cover any of this stupid piece of plastic? Let’s get a little background on what happened…. … [Read more...]
I Saved 80% Making Baby Food!
One of the things I have committed to since baby RB40 was born was making sure that she eats cleanly - especially in her first year of life. I believe it is extremely important that she have a good nutritional basis, as well as give her the best immune support that I can during this critical time … [Read more...]
Some Surprises in What You Must Earn to Buy in 25 Cities
**Hi there! Like this article? Follow me on Pinterest for more! I love spending time on MSN Money and MSN Real Estate. So many things to do and see! One of the more interesting things I have found lately is “What You Must Earn To Buy in 25 Cities”. Basically, what salary you must earn to be buy a … [Read more...]
My 7 Best Financial Moves
**Hi there! Like this article? Follow me on Pinterest for more! As you know from my 7 Worst Financial Mistakes, I have made some doozies! I have also made some really good finances moves, and I believe that it is important to recognize the things we do right. Most of my best financial moves … [Read more...]
The eMeals Experiment
**Hi there! Like this article? Follow me on Pinterest for more! Lately, our food budget has been a bit out of control because we have been so crazy busy, so when I saw a whole year of eMeals on Amazon Local for only $29 (normally $59), I jumped on it! Worst case scenario is that we hate it, and if … [Read more...]
On My KitchenAid Mixer and Frugality
Let's start this way: If you haven't followed me yet, please do! I'm on Twitter, Google+ and Pinterest! And now, without further ado: I have a KitchenAid mixer and I love it. I use it almost every day of the week and it really simplifies my life. But when people come over I hide that ugly-ass … [Read more...]
April Goals/Budget Update
**Hi there! Like what I have to say? Follow me on Pinterest for more! I love structure. That is probably why I am an accountant. Because of this, I consistently set goals for myself at work, at home, and for this blog. I have never really posted about them, but as I have some goals I would like … [Read more...]
2014 Q1 Debt Repayment and Net Worth Update
**Hi there! Like this article? Follow me on Pinterest for more! I haven’t been doing these in a while, because I have been trying to get myself organized. But, I think I now have a system - and spreadsheet - that works for me, so hopefully I will keep updating you with my debt repayment and net … [Read more...]
