Hope to Prosper

Simple Practices that Lead to Wealth

How to get Un-Broke by Watching TV

Finances /

I just watched a great show on ABC Friday night called Un-Broke. In case you missed it, this was a special that included stars Will Smith, The Jonas Brothers, Rosario Dawson, Samuel L. Jackson, Cedric the Entertainer, Seth Green and many others.

The 10-20-70 Plan for Paying Off Debt

Debt /

I recently had a conversation with someone who was trying to pay off student loans and credit cards, while still trying to lead a normal life. His comment was “whenever I talk about going on a budget, everyone in my family gets upset and calls me a cheapskate”.

What I learned from my Mom

Personal /

Since it’s coming up on Mother’s Day, I thought I would tell the story of my Mom, who gave me life and so much more. I’ve never posted about my family before, because I respect their privacy. But, my Mom’s story is so inspirational that I just had to share it with you.

Stopping Credit Card Deception

Debt /

I have been posting for years about the deceptive practices of the credit card industry. I have strong personal feelings against the abuse of consumers and the credit card industry has consistently been one of the most abusive.

Taxation Without Representation

Taxes /

There is a small but growing revolution in America right now. Taxpayers are becoming fed up with the Government’s constant cycle of waste, deficit spending and raising taxes.