Diversify: not just in assets, but in advice
In the post-Madoff world, many have asked why more of his wealthy clients didn't question returns that were too good to be true. Apparently, common sense isn't vital to be…
My Financial Implosion: Working the Neighborhood Economy
'œThe propensity to truck, barter and exchange one thing for another is common to all men, and to be found in no other race of animals.' '“ Adam Smith Despite…
Will Online Campaign for an Inclusive ENDA Go Viral?
Dr. Jillian T. Weiss has a and a in Law, Policy & Society. She is currently Associate Professor of Law and Society at Ramapo College of New Jersey, she has…
Queercents introduces Alex Davidson
Our contributing writers were recently in the news with this nice plug from another gay site: I think what I may have found most impressive of all, however, is the…
Microenterprise: Update
A few weeks ago I wrote about an idea for a microenterprise I'm calling Lunch for Friends. In summary, I'm already making frugal and healthy meals for my little family…
Love and Money: Lessons Learned From My Queer Wedding
My partner and I recently tied the knot. We had a lovely commitment ceremony on the beach that lasted all of 20 minutes, then we celebrated with a bonfire while…
Rethinking housing
I'm getting a new deck this summer. The fence in the back yard is falling down and desperately needs replacing, and my last attempt at making a patio in the…
Blogging for LGBT Families Day: Working Mommies
Today is the fourth annual Blogging for LGBT Families Day, where the LGBT community and allies come together in support of our families. Here is my post for the occasion.…
Queercents Weekly Roundup: Garage Sale Weekend
It seems to be garage sale weekend and several people I know are selling a range of items at garage sales (fortunately the weather turned around just in time). Are…
The Pros and Cons of Marijuana Legalization, Part 2
The following article represents the views of the author and is not representative of Queercents, the site owner or its other writers. We've been talking about the pros and cons…