Leasing a car can seem like a great idea at first, thanks to the low, low monthly payments offered. Some brand new cars can be leased for as little as $200 a month, making it seem like a steal. But before you go sign on the dotted line for a brand new leased ride, there are a few ... Read more...
Is Property Still The Best Investment?
At a time of low rates and stock market volatility, investing in buy-to-let property seems an attractive idea to many. And whilst there is still a lot of money to be made when investing in property, it’s important that a number of different factors are taken into consideration in ... Read more...
If The Cash Fairy Paid a Visit..
I love playing this game. If the cash fairy paid a visit and dumped a wad of cash on you that you had to spend (no saving or paying off debt allowed!) what would you buy? Right now, I'm dreaming of: 1. This jean jacket. I have the perfect outfit in mind that it would ... Read more...
Someday, When I’m Debt Free…
I'll max out my Roth every yearI'll try a new restaurant every monthI'll save up for a houseI'll take a vacation every summerBecause I'll quit teaching summer schoolI'll update my wardrobe every seasonI'll donate to charity every monthAnd NPR during every membership driveI'll buy ... Read more...
Antsy
On Friday, August 6, I will be paying off my private student loan. I will be one step closer to debt freedom. And I'm so antsy to get it done.Summer school days drag, so I've done the calculations a million times to be sure I haven't made a mistake, but it's true. I'll be able to ... Read more...
List: Needs/Wants
Do you ever feel like you need a ton of stuff all at the same time, and it always happens to be at the same time you also have a lot of wants? For right now.....I Need:- An oil change- A new vacuum- Two new tires- A wireless router (maybe I'll ask for this for my birthday...)But ... Read more...
Even if I was a Gazillionaire I Wouldn’t Spend Money on —–
Everyone thinks, "if I was rich, I'd buy ________." If I was rich, I'd buy an apartment in Chelsea in NYC, a dozen pair of designer shoes, and a long trip to Africa. I'd also probably go back to school for a Ph.D. in sociology (I really enjoy my work, but becoming a working ... Read more...
If the Cash Fairy Paid a Visit..
If the cash fairy paid a visit, and you had to spend the money she left - no saving allowed! - what would you buy? Right now, I'd buy:1. This pair of vintage-style, black Dior sunglasses. I. Love. Them.2. Every season of The Office. I just got into this show it's so hysterical. ... Read more...
If the Cash Fairy Paid a Visit..
If the Cash Fairy came to visit, and told you that you had to spend the money she leaves on frivolous stuff, what would you buy? Right now, I would buy:1. A new couch and some funky throw pillows to spruce up my living room2. An exercise bike to ride while watching my snazzy new ... Read more...