Another feedback from my readers using Bloglines is that entries keep popping up as unread. My apologies, that is definitely annoying. (I don't use Bloglines myself.) It is mostly due to my obsessive need to re-edit my posts for spelling or … [Read the rest]
A Decade Of Net Worth History Revealed
Posted on November 12, 2006 // 19 Comments
A voyeuristic blow-by-blow after the jump... … [Read the rest]
Potential $100 in Gas Rebates For Citi Credit Protector Trial
Posted on November 11, 2006 // 17 Comments
I've written about those $15 checks that credit card issuers send you to try out their overpriced credit "protection" programs, so when I ran across this offer from Citibank for $100 in free gas rebate coupons for enrolling in a free 30-day trial, I … [Read the rest]
Free and Cheap Tips for Saving Energy This Winter
Posted on November 11, 2006 // 8 Comments
In addition to the Home Energy Analysis tool previously posted, here are some more no-cost and low-cost tips for saving energy from the Alliance to Save Energy. I've highlighted the ones that I personally should follow up on before it gets really … [Read the rest]
Weekly Peek Into My Del.icio.us Bookmarks
Posted on November 10, 2006 // 2 Comments
Okay, the old geezer that is I has finally opened up a Del.icio.us account. Here's what I've been reading this week: What?s the Difference Between ?Fee-Based? and ?Fee-Only"? at AllFinancialMatters - If you're paying someone else to handle your … [Read the rest]
I Bought Shiny New Used Toys
Posted on November 10, 2006 // 9 Comments
Click for bigger pics. Skiers: How much do you think they cost? … [Read the rest]
Roth IRAs For Everyone!
Posted on November 9, 2006 // 15 Comments
Back in May, legislation was passed that allows Traditional IRAs to be converted to Roth IRAs without any income restrictions in 2010. Previously, this conversion was only available to taxpayers with adjusted gross incomes of $100,000 or less, no … [Read the rest]
Am I Putting Too Much Away For Retirement?
Posted on November 9, 2006 // 37 Comments
After reading my most recent net worth update, some of you must be wondering why I'm putting so much money into retirement accounts like 401k's and IRAs, especially given my mid-term goal of buying a house in a year or so. I mean, I can't touch this … [Read the rest]
November 2006 Financial Status / Net Worth Update
Posted on November 8, 2006 // 19 Comments
Best Business Credit Cards With 0% APR Offers
Posted on November 7, 2006 // 24 Comments
I hate it when I just plain forget to post things, which is I'm glad I did that survey ;) One of the main reasons why I brought up the fact that anyone can apply for business credit cards is that you can take out 0% APR balance transfers (see my … [Read the rest]
When Should You Redeem I Savings Bonds? A Calculator
Posted on November 7, 2006 // 17 Comments
As predicted in October, the new inflation portion of I-Bonds is 3.12% and the new fixed rate is 1.4%, for a total of 4.52%. This is still lower than what is available via Treasury Bills and online savings accounts, so those of us with older Savings … [Read the rest]
When Should You Redeem I Savings Bonds? The Details
Posted on November 7, 2006 //
To reduce clutter, this post has been merged with When Should You Redeem I Savings Bonds? A Calculator. You can access the calculator directly here. … [Read the rest]
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