iTunes Introduces Tiered Pricing and Drops DRM
Recently iTunes announced a price change and the internet is abuzz with the implications of the shift. Mother Jones put it best, saying "music you don't really want for 69…
Review: Put Your Money Where Your Heart Is by Natalie Pace
To be candid, when I was offered a review copy of Natalie Pace's new book: Put Your Money Where Your Heart Is, I considered turning it down. It sounded like…
Being Butch: Condo Renovation on a Budget
The knock on the door came the night I was off at a friend's civil ceremony, standing up as her 'best man'. My partner, Toshi, was home alone. It was…
Stretch Your Food Dollar: Make Your Own Bread
In last week's installment of Stretch Your Food Dollar we talked about the nuts and bolts of setting a food budget - picking a number that works for your household.…
Small Business: How to Set Limits on Giving
I've personally learned to set limits on giving over the years, and approach each relationship as a business investment. Some people may think it's a horrible approach, but I…
My Financial Implosion: Bad House
'œA house is a home when it shelters the body and comforts the soul.' '“ Phillip Moffitt For most people, the idea of home ownership is irresistible. Owning your own…
Applying For Financial Aid? The Earlier the Better
It's January, which means it's time to begin filling out your FAFSA (free application for federal student aid). The sooner you file your FAFSA, the better off you'll be because…
Coverage Denied: health insurance, gender and financial discrimination
About a year and a half ago I unexpectedly lost my health insurance coverage. As you may have read in my posts about transitioning on the job, the client I…
Dating on a Budget: The Rules
Your financial goals shouldn't be hampered by your search for your nightly, weekly, yearly, or life long partner. Although I can't give you any advice on how to find that…
Do you do the penny toss?
Actually I would hope none of us here do this but you never I'm talking about those who habitually toss pennies out the car window so they don't have to…