A tutorial on 529 college savings plans
My financial advisor scheduled my midyear review for tomorrow. In addition to our general discussion, I told her that I needed advice on 529 plans and saving for Sam's college…
My Financial Implosion: Recovery is Possible
'œHealing is a matter of time, but it is sometimes also a matter of opportunity.' '“Hippocrates Just over ten days ago, just as I was getting ready for my vacation,…
Comparing asset allocation: Schwab vs. Morningstar vs. Fidelity
Asset allocation is perhaps the most important consideration when designing an investment portfolio. Selecting an appropriate mix of stocks, bonds, and cash and maintaining the proportions through regular rebalancing, is…
Sometimes Conventional Personal Finance “Wisdom” is not Wise for You
I read the Queercents Weekly Roundup by Elizabeth yesterday and couldn't resist her pointer to check out Kiplingers list of 20 ways to waste your money. One in particular caught…
5 Recession Cocktails
The recession is deepening; the economy is recovering. Wise people wouldn't hold their breath waiting for a clear answer. That would just eat up valuable drinking time. In all seriousness,…
What is Your Follow Up Strategy?
So, you've gone to a networking event, (or like me, just gotten home from BlogHer '09), and now you have a pile of business cards and new contacts. What do…
DIY Sex Toys
Looking for a way to add a little spice to your relationship without going broke? Homemade sex toys can really add some spark to your sex life, and it's simple…
The cost to eradicate bed bugs
Jeanine knows someone who is having a costly ordeal with getting rid of bed bugs. At this point, I think he's spent over a thousand dollars and he's not even…
Queercents Weekly Roundup
Happy Saturday everyone. Bumming around New England was a lovely escape, even if I did get to experience mosquito bites for the first time. Couch surfing is still a great…
Is Your Hobby Really a Business?
Most all businesses were hobbies at one point or another, but the question becomes where does it draw the line? According to the IRS. Section 183 (the hobby loss…