Frugal is a new word I started hearing in the last 5 years. Before that word became popular, frugal people were lumped together will people that were mostly called cheap. And this brings me back to my rich friend Jay (I mentioned him in Wealth Tip #2). Now, you might think since he is worth over 7… Continue reading Wealth Tip #3: Be Cheap, Don't Show Off
Lemons to Lemonade Series #2 – How To Stop Drinking Pop
A year ago, I use to drink at least 4 cans of pop (coke, soda, soda pop or whatever you call it) a day. And to make matters worse, at least 2 of those pops, were bought from vending machines. So, that means I would spend at least $1.75 a day for something that doesn’t… Continue reading Lemons to Lemonade Series #2 – How To Stop Drinking Pop
The Three Little Pigs, Pig #3
Initially, I was going to portray myself as Pig #3, but now I realize that I’m more like Pig #2.5. I’m still building my house of bricks… My definition of the traits of Pig #3: (It’s hard to try to be as objective as possible with a made-up character :)) Consistent and persistent attention to… Continue reading The Three Little Pigs, Pig #3
Increasing Insurance Coverage
I decided to bite the bullet and up my life insurance coverage amount for the family. I increased the amount by $300,000 more than my current coverage ($200,000). So now, I’m covered for $500,000 if I die. While that doesn’t sounds like a lot… in our case it is. With the Social Security death benefits, my wife… Continue reading Increasing Insurance Coverage