Investing obstacles: inflation and taxes
We Shall There are two major obstacles one must overcome when investing. No, it's not Republicans and Democrats, although they have something to do with both obstacles. The two obstacles…
Almost Debt Free: How to Save for a Down Payment on a Home
As I steadily venture into new territory of debt free life, I must admit that my confidence is beginning to wane. It's sort of like being the new kid in…
The Price of Your Vice: The Financial Benefits of Quitting
I have a delicate constitution. Nicotine, drugs and alcohol have always made me sick, but I do have one problem. It's Chocolate. I am talking true problem here, as in:…
Stages of Wealth Management
Laurie Flynn is a Financial Advisor with Smith Barney and is a supporter of Queercents. She offered to write a few posts over the next couple of weeks on the…
12 Ways to Cut the Grocery Bill
One of the areas I see people looking to save money is with their grocery bill. I think it is because we go shopping once a month and see a…
Brazen Careerist Lesson #5: Professional Wandering
"Not all those who wander are lost." -- Tolkien Here are my final thoughts on the Brazen Careerist by Penelope Trunk. This post is actually a continuation of Lesson #3:…
Gay Executive Life: Interviewing
Earlier in my career, job interviews were pretty straightforward: meet with the would-be boss and possibly a few other folks, all on one day, and then wait to hear if…
Sleeping With Money: Baby, You Can Drive My Car, But Let’s Talk Insurance
It's summer, and here come the road trips. On a recent excursion down the Pacific coast with Zac and some friends, I started thinking about a Sleeping With Money lesson…
Weekend Entrepreneur: A Wealthy Mindset and Mentality
This installment of my semi-weekly series is dedicated to aspiring weekend entrepreneurs and to those who are more established but may be considering strategies for growth or expansion of their…