Tag Archives: Tips & Tricks
Want That Credit Card Fee Erased? Ask For It!
I read a lot of finance blogs and books. While there is plenty of advice out there I don’t believe, the most common piece of advice I just can’t swallow is the idea that if you get any sort of … Continue reading
Filed under Credit, Stop Being A Financial Idiot, The Psychology of Money
How (and why) to Find a Great Financial Advisor
I know what you’re thinking, “I’m 25. I don’t need a financial advisor. I need a hot new boy/girlfriend and maybe a new car.” While all of the above sound great, I’m going to argue in favor of the financial … Continue reading
Filed under Financial Mistakes, Financial Resources, Investing
The 3 Stupidest Ways to “Save” Money
By now you’ve probably figured out that I’m completely in favor of 20somethings saving more money, (Compound interest anyone? Small amounts saved today -i.e. fewer meal at restaurants- turn into big amounts later on in life -i.e. more tropical vacations … Continue reading
Beating the Tax Man in 4 Steps
“Yesterday the IRS announced that obese Americans are entitled to certain tax breaks. Apparently, under the new rules, you’re allowed to claim two or more chins as dependents.” —Conan O’Brien Taxes suck. Nonetheless, if you know the basics and make … Continue reading
Filed under Taxes
Job Schmob. Resumes & Cover Letters 101.
Because I understand that half of the path to financial independence is making money (the other half = not squandering it) and because job hunting season is in full swing on campus, here’s a quick refresher on resumes and cover … Continue reading
Filed under Career
If You Do Nothing Else…Follow this #1, Best, Most Important Money Tip Out There
Are you ready for this? Are you sure? The one thing financial gurus, blogs, talk show hosts, authors and billionaires all agree is the most important step to being financially independent (and certainly to being rich). If you do this … Continue reading
Filed under Financial Mistakes
Credit Card Basics – Top 4
1. Don’t carry a credit card balance! Weird advice, I realize, considering the whole idea of credit is the joy of spending money you don’t have. That said, paying 18% interest to a credit card company is pretty similar to … Continue reading
