Great news today! I weighted myself and I’m down 30 lbs from where I started (March 15th, 2012)! What is my secret? Did I spend a lot of money or do some incredibly intense workout program? No, all I did switch to a low carb diet and spend up to 10 minutes every other morning… Continue reading Frugal Weight Loss Update 220
Year: 2012
Real Estate – First Missed Opportunity
I found a duplex that I wanted to buy, but my inexperience caused me to miss this diamond in the rough! The duplex that I wanted and pursued was what appeared to be the perfect starter rental property for an individual that wanted the “cash flow” from such an real estate investment. It was small… Continue reading Real Estate – First Missed Opportunity
Reasons for a Non-working Allowance for Kids
I admit, I’m somewhat unique in my implementation of the allowance plan that I provide for my kids. You see, they get an Allowance only to learn how to manage money. They don’t have to perform any work to collect their allowances, and that makes me an odd duck in the eyes of many of… Continue reading Reasons for a Non-working Allowance for Kids
Victory With REITs?
These past three almost four years, I’ve been investing in REITS (Real Estate Investment Trusts) and so far I’m been very happy with them, and here’s why… I’ve almost recaptured my principal that I invested in the REITs! If all goes well, sometime in the 2 years, I’m have doubled my money! Now if you… Continue reading Victory With REITs?