The NBA Conference Finals are finally set. We will probably see a rematch of last year's match between Miami and San Antonio but I'm hoping the Spurs can pull it off this time around. I should start a sports blog. Here are some great posts from … [Continue reading]
You Are Your Own Worst Enemy
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The human race is a very interesting one. The past few centuries of our existence have produced massive leaps in the areas of technology and exploration. Just a few decades ago not many people had computers or cell phones. Despite all of this … [Continue reading]
Diamonds in the Rough Roundup 5/2/14
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I'm really loving these NBA playoffs. And by that I mean the Western Conference playoffs. A lot of drama (some of it unnecessary) but some great basketball as well. The East looks atrocious as the #1 seed Pacers look lost and Miami looks like it … [Continue reading]
Hedonistic Adaptation and Your Finances
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Humans are unusual creatures. Unlike hobbits, who are perfectly content with their lives of eating, drinking, smoking and just plain chilling, we humans keep wanting more and more. From those in poverty to those who have had everything served to … [Continue reading]
Diamonds in the Rough Roundup 4/25/14
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Ready for Zero really is a great website. Using their tools I found out I will save $25,000 in interest payments over the life of my student loans by just contributing $300 extra per month to my highest interest rate loan. This has motivated me to … [Continue reading]
The Best Way to Save Money on Groceries
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Everyone's gotta eat. Even people who undergo hunger strikes have to eat at some point (or face an alternate end to the strike). Along with shelter, transportation and cell phones, food and drink are the necessities of life. So we should naturally … [Continue reading]
Diamonds in the Rough Roundup 4/18/14
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I'm saddened that the New York Knicks didn't make the playoffs this year, but at least I can watch the other games without prejudice. Except for Miami. They must lose. Here are some must win articles I came across this week: -My Biggest Money … [Continue reading]
Quick and Easy Ways to Pay Less Taxes
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Tax season 2014 has come and gone. The best thing about it being over? No more seeing those unfortunate Liberty Tax employees dancing on the corner. Way to make paying taxes even less dignifying. Since you filed your taxes, are waiting for your … [Continue reading]
Diamonds in the Rough Roundup 4/11/14
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The sun is finally shining and the cherry blossoms are blooming. I'm enjoying these temps in the 70's and looks like we're finally out of winter. Check out some of these equally refreshing articles I came across. -A Realistic Look at Ideal Days … [Continue reading]
A Twist on the HSA
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The Health Savings Account is the relatively new kid on the block in the healthcare world (check out my intro post to the HSA here). The HSA has the distinct advantage of staying with you at the end of every year rather than expiring on December 31 … [Continue reading]
