As part of my new interest in real estate, I’ve been driving around and learning interesting new tools to use on the internet to help me in my research. As much as I enjoy the internet and the time-saving aspect of the real estate investing online sites like zillow and trulia, I’ve discovered a new… Continue reading Learning Your Local Area Characteristics Thru Real Estate Research
Author: Money Reasons
A offbeat personal finance blogger that comes from the tech world.
Frugal Weight Loss Update 220
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
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