Monthly Archives: July 2009
Easy Ways to Slash Bank Fees
Bank fees continue to go higher and higher, which means that avoiding them is more important than ever! With fees deducted directly from your account, it can be tough to notice that may have been charged hundreds of dollars per year just for the privilege of using your own money! Fortunately, you can cut these … Continue reading
Getting Creative With Tithing
In October 2008, my church pastor challenged the congregation to tithe for three months. We took the challenge. At the time tithing was a big leap of faith for me and my husband. The week after our first tithe I lost my job causing a large financial blow to our budget. However, we knew that … Continue reading
Celebrities Deal with Troubled Housing Market, Too
Many celebrities seem to be having trouble unloading their homes in this troubled housing market, right along with many other Americans. Here’s a list of a few celebrities slashing their asking prices. Britney Spears: Britney Spears slashed the price of her Beverly Hills mansion from the original listing price of $7.9 million last September to … Continue reading
Stupid Ways to Get Cash
Sometimes we all need to get cash in a hurry (or at least think we do) for that must-have purchase, can’t miss investment or incredible weekend out with our friends. If your wallet is empty, your credit cards are at the limit, and your bank account is running dry, there are still plenty of ways … Continue reading
The Best Money Tweeters: Bible Money Matters
Every Tuesday we profile a great Twitter-user here on Out of Debt Christian. To qualify, the tweeters must provide informative and interesting tweets about money. This week is no exception. Today we profile Pete from Bible Money Matters. The 33-year-old Minnesota husband works in advertising and launched his blog, Bible Money Matters, about a year … Continue reading
The Economy: A Personal Look at Positives and Negatives
It’s hard to find a person not impacted by the economy. And I am no exception. Although my husband and I are blessed to both have small businesses that have been doing very well, we have family members who have experienced the ups and downs of this economy. If you’re wondering how layoffs, the housing … Continue reading
Lucky Winner: The Lottery Changed My Life
Have you watched the fantastic TLC realty show The Lottery Changed My Life? The show visits a variety of lottery winners including a janitor, truckers, and a team of Midwestern lunch ladies. The show interviewed them about what it was like to win big and strike it rich. Some spent the money on toys like … Continue reading
International Unemployment Rates
The US unemployment rate hit 9.5% in June, a 26-year high. It’s predicted to go even higher in the coming months. But how does that compare with other countries? Check out this list of International unemployment rates collected by the Central Intelligence Agency. These are countries with higher unemployment rates than the US. Morocco 10.00 … Continue reading
No Extra Money To Give? Ways to Help Without Money
These days budgets definitely seem tighter, spending is reined in and giving beyond the tithe may seem impossible. But giving beyond your 10% tithe doesn’t have to mean giving more money. Here are a few examples of ways you can give without spending more money. It’s about giving your time, your talents and your love. … Continue reading
Free Help and Resources for Cancer Patients
A cancer diagnosis can be a devastating blow to your family, your emotions and your finances. Thankfully there are many organizations offering free medical assistance, free resources and free support for those battling cancer. Cancer Financial Assistance Coalition: CFAC is a comprehensive listing of available resources to help cancer patients financially. Search by diagnosis, by … Continue reading