Queercents Weekly Roundup: Warm Weather Galore
Happy Saturday everyone! It's finally warm and sunny here on the East Coast, which is a welcome change from June, the month only a fungus could love. I'll be spending…
Ten Money Questions for Dave Calver
Dave Calver is an illustrator and fine artist who lives in Palm Springs. His work has included illustrations for the Lincoln Center and the three New York MTA posters. 1.…
Surviving the Recession: How to Weather the Economic Storm
I participated on a panel this week at the Campus Progress National Conference in Washington, DC, and the topic was "Surviving the Recession: How to Weather the Economic Storm." The…
Finance “advocate” in The Advocate
Long before Queercents, I remember pitching David Hauslaib (from Jossip and Queerty fame) about why we should collaborate on a personal finance blog for the gay and lesbian community. He…
Dating on a Budget: Spa Dates
Life can sometimes be really stressful. However, dating doesn't have to be. Consider taking a little rendezvous at a luscious spa retreat. Is this endeavor too rich for your…
United Airlines Breaks Guitars
I have to say I love a story where a consumer is wronged by a company and then takes their complaints public in a creative, effective way. We've all had…
Why the California Budget Crisis Affects Us All
The economic crisis at both the state and federal levels will shortly impact all Americans. But what has gone underreported is how the cuts to vital services, like HIV/AIDS programs,…
Same-Sex Marriage and Retirement Plans
At MorningstarAdvisor, Natalie Choate answered the question below about same-sex marriage and retirement plans. She practices law in Boston, specializing in estate planning for retirement benefits. Her book, Life and…
Bike Commuting: Staying Safe on the Road
While on the road, it's important to stay safe. Yes, cycling can be dangerous but so can just about everything else. (I somehow managed to wind up in the hospital…
Stretch Your Food Dollar: What To Do With Zucchini
Summer's officially here. Aside from seasonal fruit, summer means it's zucchini season. And if you live in a community where people grow their own gardens, you're probably up to your…