→ February 19, 2010
Sometimes, in the dead of night, I hear the dulcet tones of Suze Orman bellowing in my eardrums: “Are you paying off your credit card balance in full each and every month?” “Do you have 6 months of living expenses set aside for emergencies?” “How’s your retirement investment portfolio?” “You’re not thinking of cashing out your 403(b) to finance [...]
→ February 12, 2010
Not long ago, I posted a list of stuff I wish I owned, but don’t (and probably won’t). Since that last post, I’ve added quite a few items to my imaginary ownership list. Quite a few items indeed. Por ejemplo: { Hand-painted sequin pumps. Ms. Doe Deere might be the only person in the northern hemisphere (over [...]
→ January 26, 2010
Despite my obsession with overpriced kombucha tea-based beverages, I’m pretty even-keeled when it comes to spending money. I budget carefully, track my finances electronically, and generally contemplate things for a long time before actually buying them. But oftentimes, contemplating the purchase of a particular item is far more fun than actually buying it. Some folks [...]
→ January 8, 2010
On her debut album Arular, Sri Lankan rapper M.I.A. poses the timeless question: “What can I get fo’ ten dolla?” To which her chorus cheerfully replies, “Anything you want!” I couldn’t agree more. Much merriment can be had in exchange for a tenner — or lesser! ‘Specially if you’re lucky enough to live in the Twin [...]