WWYD: Money, Time and Donations
There's been a lot of talk here lately on the ethics of tithing. Last week, Aundi pointed out that one problem with tithing is that obligatory weekly or monthly giving…
The Elite Shop at Costco: Learning from the Scandal of 2007
The older and more conservative about money I get, the less interested I become in trying out all the newest restaurants. Perhaps I've lived in the same city too long…
Lesbian and Gay Parents Cut Postpartum Expenses
If you're pregnant or adopting a child, you're probably obsessing about all the stuff leading up to the arrival of your kid. If you're adopting, you're worrying about the adoption…
Why You Should Embrace the Commercialism of the Holidays
My partner and I went to Gay Days at Disney World in Orlando for the first time in June of this year. You may have read stories in the press…
Queercents introduces Jennifer Natalya Fink
Dr. Jennifer Natalya Fink is the most recent contributing writer to join Queercents. As a lesbian parent, she offers a distinct perspective since we have all heard that kids cost…
Git’˜er done for Free
There are a lot of places online to get things done'¦and many times you won't have to shell out a dime. I remember back in the late 1990's coming across…
The Poor Rich Kids
As I read through PostSecret postcards that are sent in, I occasionally come across one or two that I find worthwhile to pass along. The one to the right -…
Investing in Rental Properties: Cash Flow Positive and Cash on Hand
'œIt's tangible, it's solid, it's beautiful. It's artistic, from my standpoint, and I just love real estate.' '“ Donald Trump During the height of the housing bubble, a lot of…
Queercents Weekly Roundup: Intern on Assignment
I went to an Ani DiFranco show last week, and she was just transcendent. I've rarely seen a performer gather the whole room into the palm of her hand so…
Ten Money Questions for Kate Clinton
As one might expect, Kate Clinton has something funny to say about money. Kate has been making queers laugh for over 25 years and this year her new show, Climate…