Monthly Archives: September 2008
Using Credit Cards
The consumer debt in this country is out of control and even the government is saying that this society has to have credit in order to survive. Although debt is a bad thing for anyone because it enslaves that person to the one who owns the debt, credit can be a good thing! Last year … Continue reading
Saving Money While Raising Children
There is no way around it – raising children today is expensive. Just buying REGULAR tennis shoes can make you a bit weak if you are frugal by nature. The idea that these same shoes might not fit in just a few months, or tomorrow, is enough to bring tears to the eyes of any … Continue reading
House Rejects Bailout; Leaders Scramble for New Plan
Despite the Senate saying yes, the House said no to the $700 billion emergency spending package on Monday. It failed 228-205. The failed vote lead to a huge drop on Wall Street and forced leaders to search for a new plan to help the economic situation. While Treasury Secretary Henry Paulson announced that quick action … Continue reading
Really Stupid Ways to Blow Some Money
$40 for bottled water? Most of us wouldn’t even consider it. But just in case you need a reminder, here are five really stupid ways to blow some money. 5. Coral Sea Wellgems Midnight Edition WU-689 Steam Spa. At just $4200, this corner-unit spa comes with 31 jets, 19 in the tub and 12 stand … Continue reading
Tithing and Foreclosure
A recent article in USA Today discussed how some homeowners are choosing to go into foreclosure rather than stop tithing. Experts estimate that around 5% of all American adults practice the tithe (10% of income to the church). The conviction to tithe is deep rooted for many. But is it right to go into foreclosure … Continue reading
Cheap Date: Low Cost Date Ideas
I just wrapped up a fabulous, relaxing and fun weekend. After several consecutive weekends of home renovation projects, my husband and I decided to take a weekend to just have fun. Since we are always trying to save money, we did some great free stuff. Here are a few ideas to help you become a … Continue reading
What the Bible Says About Loans
“Neither a borrower nor a lender be.†This is a basic biblical principle that many people grew up hearing. It was usually used when someone gave money to a friend or family member (although RARELY brought up when getting a mortgage). But is this really the way the bible views finances? The quote actually comes … Continue reading
House Voting on Bailout
The United States House of Representatives is currently ‘debating’ over the proposed bailout bill. It’s been interesting to hear the people cross the aisles and argue for the different stands. Democrats and Republicans are NOT in agreement with one another or with their own parties. On the side of supporting the bill there has been … Continue reading
Stop Spending to Get Out of Debt
The number one cause of debt in America is spending. There are some people that have fallen into debt because of medical problems or accidents, but most of this country is struggling because of personal decisions. There is a simple way to correct this problem – stop spending. For the next thirty days (or more … Continue reading
Is a Bailout Fair?
The government has said it is near an agreement for a 700 BILLION dollar bailout of those companies that made bad loans and are now in trouble because of those loans. The government also recently passed a much smaller bailout for struggling auto makers in the United States. There was a time when this country … Continue reading