I have noticed an increasing amount of discussion regarding 401(k) loans. While almost all sources denounce this as a bad idea, I take issue with one of the supposed reasons why: double taxation. Suze Orman explains it her way: Suze says when … [Read the rest]
Double Taxation and the Real Reasons 401(k) Loans Are Bad
July 22, 2008 By 64 Comments
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Another Free Schick Quattro Razor Sample
July 21, 2008 By 16 Comments
To get your free Schick Quattro Razor, visit ShaveRyanNyquist.com, click to Enter the site, and vote on which facial hair design you want him to have. When they ask you if you want a free razor sample as well, click on "Sure Man". If it tells you … [Read the rest]
Last updated: October 15, 2011
Entrepreneur Interview: Dan of SuperiorTitanium.com
July 21, 2008 By 23 Comments
A few months ago, Dan of SuperiorTitanium.com approached me about advertising rates for his website selling titanium money clips. Although money clips are somewhat financially related, I thought it would be an even better fit to do an interview … [Read the rest]
Last updated: July 21, 2008
Wanted: Loyal Reader With VirtualBank Account
July 21, 2008 By 11 Comments
I am currently out of VirtualBank referrals to give out to people. (Both referrer and referrer get $20 if you open an account.) As such, I am looking for a loyal and participating reader of My Money Blog to give out their referrals and make some easy … [Read the rest]
Last updated: February 26, 2013
Links: Dark Knight Edition
July 21, 2008 By 9 Comments
Saw Batman today (the free movie tickets worked!). I'm not much of a graphic novel guy, but it turned out to be one of the best movies I've seen all year. Side thought: Is it really impressive that a movie broke a box-office revenue record when even … [Read the rest]
Last updated: August 9, 2018
United Rentals (URI) Stock Tender Follow-up
July 20, 2008 By 7 Comments
Well, the United Rentals tender offer that I participated in went through successfully. As expected, the offer was oversubscribed (press release), which means that more shares were offered than they were looking to buy. Only an estimated 34% of … [Read the rest]
Last updated: August 9, 2018
10% Off With Discover, Buy 1 Get 1 Jamba Juice, iPod Promotion at KeyBank
July 18, 2008 By 21 Comments
Quick links to more offers that may be of interest... $10 Discover Gift Card for every $100 Spent Get a $10 Discover Gift Card for every $100 you spend on your Discover Card at participating malls from August 1 through September 7, 2008. The … [Read the rest]
Last updated: April 10, 2013
Brown Bag Lunch Idea: Simple Chinese Chicken Salad
July 17, 2008 By 22 Comments
There was some interest how to keep food costs down, so here's another brown bag lunch idea that I use. Previously I did my Simple Custom Sandwich Edition, which probably could have been cheaper but I tried to price things at retail. This time … [Read the rest]
Last updated: July 17, 2008
Buy 1 Movie Ticket, Get 1 Free With Discover Card
July 16, 2008 By 13 Comments
Fandango and Discover Card have a promotion going where you can get one free movie ticket with the purchase of one movie ticket at regular price. Thanks JI. Hmm... Batman or Wanted? Terms & Conditions: This offer is only valid for Discover® … [Read the rest]
Last updated: May 14, 2009
How Much Do We Spend? Breakdown of Current Expenses
July 16, 2008 By 76 Comments
I understand that revealing our net worth is not enough to fully explain our entire financial picture. That is by design; I like keeping the picture fuzzy. Blogs are very hard to keep anonymous, and I've been doing this since 2004. This is why I … [Read the rest]
Last updated: January 9, 2009
FDIC Insurance Q&A: Businesses, Joint Accounts, CDARS, WaMu, and More
July 15, 2008 By 55 Comments
I've had a lot of questions about FDIC insurance recently (for obvious reasons), and have been getting a good share via e-mail as well. Took some research to find all the answers, but here they are: Will multiple accounts at the same bank, like … [Read the rest]
Last updated: July 11, 2014
Ask The Readers: Is This Affordable Housing Opportunity A Good Deal?
July 14, 2008 By 17 Comments
Despite the drop in housing prices in many areas, I have still been noticing an increase in "affordable" housing projects that are meant for people earning around the median income level - not only low-income households. Even back in 2005, for … [Read the rest]
Last updated: July 14, 2008
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