Simple Practices that Lead to Wealth
A lot of people are out of work and under financial stress. Others have gotten sick or behind on payments. Some don’t make enough to pay all of their bills.
The advertising industry has done a fantastic job of convincing everyone that payments are the new currency. It’s now considered old-fashioned to save up for something before buying it. Instant gratification is becoming the norm for young people. Those who save up and pay with cash are a dying breed. This is the third post in …
Continue reading “Money Fail: The Payment Mentality”
Welcome to my humble blog and the 329th edition of the Carnival of Personal Finance. I have been participating in the Carnival of Personal Finance since the 175th edition, way back in 2008. It is my honor and privilege to host the carnival this week. I certainly hope you enjoy it. California Dreaming Theme I …
Continue reading “Carnival of Personal Finance 329: California Dreaming Edition”
The biggest Money Fail I can possibly think of is for someone to work their entire life for low wages at dead-end jobs.
Last month, I went out to dinner with a group of people and someone hit me up to float their meal. It was Thursday night and they were broke. Thankfully, I had plenty of cash with me, so it wasn’t a problem. I have been there myself a number of times and I know how …
Continue reading “Money Fail: Broke on Thursday”