Personal Finance Perfection

  I've been reading personal finance blogs for a few years now and have been writing some posts myself for about a year.  On personal finance websites you can find all sorts of guidelines and advice for almost every financial topic you … [Continue reading]

Diamonds in the Rough Roundup 10/3/14

It's been a crazy fun week because my son is starting to talk finally!  He's more like a parrot at this point but it's so incredibly satisfying to hear him say even the smallest of words.  He's been babbling for a while but looks like he'll be saying … [Continue reading]

The Only 2 Ways to Beat Inflation

There's a saying that goes, "If you're not going forward, you're going backwards."  If you take it literally,it makes no sense at all.  I mean if you're not going forward, you're just staying still in one spot right?  So chill out what's the … [Continue reading]

Diamonds in the Rough Roundup 9/19/14

I usually enjoy writing about the latest sports news in these posts but man I don't enjoy doing it today.  Very tough few weeks for the NFL as one star player gets convicted of domestic abuse and another one for child abuse.  The football games were … [Continue reading]

Football and Your Finances

Well it was inevitable.  Given my love for football and personal finance, I have written up some similarities I've noticed between the two.  I'm surprised it took so long actually.  I always thought that sports really transcend what you're actually … [Continue reading]

Diamonds in the Rough Roundup 9/5/14

Ah the NFL season is finally here.  Can't wait until Monday night when the New York Giants make their season debut against the Lions.  Here are some great posts to read in the meantime: -Three Ideas for September by Dividend Mantra:  Jason was … [Continue reading]

Why The US Government Should Read Personal Finance Blogs

We like blaming the government for a lot of things that go wrong in our life.  From Obamacare to yearly tax law changes, many people start thinking that the government is out to get us.  All they want is our hard earned money and those greedy … [Continue reading]

Roth IRA: A Love Story

This is a story of love found, lost and found once again.  The characters are The Broke Professional (yours truly), and the most seductive of retirement saving vehicles, the Roth IRA.  It's a story full of sleepless nights, laughter, heartbreak and … [Continue reading]

How much do you REALLY make?

The ability to manage and master your finances is simply based on two factors: what you bring in and what goes out.  Income versus expenses.  Earning versus spending.  Though this may seem like an oversimplification, this is essentially what personal … [Continue reading]

Diamonds in the Rough Roundup 8/15/14

NFL preaseason is underway.  Which means real football is right around the corner.  With all the unrest going on around the country and the world, it's almost nice to know that football is near.  Is it a distraction or maybe an opportunity for … [Continue reading]