General Motors Isn’t Going Anywhere
Sure General Motors is filing for bankruptcy. Sure some journalists are lamenting the end of an era. Oh, please. Give me a break. If it’s the end of an era, it’s the end of a horrible era filled with...
View ArticleUnfrugal: Owning and Restoring a Vintage BMW
I’ve got what many frugalists would call a weakness. I love cars. When you’re trying to get out of debt, save money, invest for retirement, etc. many people will tell you to cut everything. Cut eating...
View ArticleCash for Clunkers Put On Hold
The government is reportedly slamming the brakes on the seemingly popular Cash for Clunkers program. Why is Cash for Clunkers Put on Hold? The program is so popular that the government isn’t sure if...
View ArticleCash for Clunkers Still Running
Reports are now coming out that the Cash for Clunkers program is going to run at least through the weekend. Congress Passing Additional Funding for Cash for Clunkers The Democratic-heavy Congress is...
View Article13 Frugal Ways to Save on Car Ownership
How frugal is too frugal? What things can’t you give up? What frugal things work for you? I’ve been called cheap sometimes. I like to think I’m frugal. I think I understand the value of a dollar. When...
View Article3 Frugal Car Tasks I Won’t Handle Myself
In my last article I gave you thirteen frugal car tasks that I am willing to do on my own to save money. That having been said there are just some things I am not willing to do on my own. Frugal Car...
View ArticleHow to Order Tires Online
A few weeks ago I told you my wife got a flat tire. We ended up car pooling for three days while we waited on the tires I ordered online to arrive at the house. One reader, Leigh, asked if I could go...
View ArticleSuccessfully Budgeting for Fun
I am a firm believer in budgeting. Last week I told you to use a flexible budget rather than a “carved into stone” mentality. Part of our budget includes spending money for each of us. Many couples...
View ArticleThe Value and Joy of Finding a Trustworthy Mechanic
Last week I told you that knowing experts within your personal network should either save or make you money in the long run. It was a short story about a mechanically inclined friend and his advice...
View ArticleOur Used Car’s Value Has Increased Significantly. Why?
I sit down and do my family’s budget at least once per week. Our budget spreadsheet also has a separate tab that tracks our net worth, but I only really look at it about once every month. One of the...
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