This post contains affiliate links We live in an age of lies. Politicians lie. Athletes lie (thanks Lance – not that I’m still bitter). And my two year old lies. Whether it’s Donald Trump, Lance Armstrong, or junior telling me he washed his hands after using the potty, it’s hard to tell what’s real […]
Category Archives: Teaching Kids
10 Crazy Simple Ideas For How To Make Money As A Kid
Today I’ve got a killer guest post from Bull, the creator of BlueDollarBull. Bull is passionate about helping people create intergenerational wealth. A big part of that is teaching children about money and finding great ideas for how to make money as a kid to grow their earning muscles. That’s what this week’s post is […]
How to Invest Stupid Simple Like a Genius Teenager
This post may contain affiliate links We all live with a certain level of regret. I know I do. Mullets, Vanilla Ice, cheering for Lance Armstrong. We’ve all got our dirty little secrets of regret. And when it comes to how I’ve handled my money, the list is long. Whether it’s investing in Iraqi […]
21 Simple Secrets To Read More Like A Millionaire
This post may contain affiliate links Every single person I know wants to earn more money. They’re not greedy, they just want some of the many benefits financial freedom brings. One of the things I’ve noticed, though, is that these people often have no idea how to GET more money. In order to earn money, […]
5 Bold Moves To Live Your Life As A Money Rockstar
This post may contain affiliate links In a few days I’m teaching a class. The topic? How to live your life within your means. Normally, this wouldn’t be newsworthy. I am a teacher after all with over a decade of experience. Rolling into a classroom and doing my thing is…kind of my thing. But I […]
How I’m Saving for College and it’s Not Costing Me a Cent
This post may contain affiliate links. For parents, raising kids can be stressful. Navigating the minefields of everything from diaper rash to daycares can make a sleep-deprived parent’s head spin. And that’s before they even become teenagers! Perhaps one of the most stressful parts of raising kids is thinking about saving […]
11 Simple Ways to Crush Student Loans and Graduate Debt Free
This post may contain affiliate links. Avoiding student loans and being able to graduate debt free from college or university has become a luxury for most people these days. The worsening levels of consumer debt and pitiful savings rates are compounded by young people leaving school burdened by mountains of student loans that can take […]
The Envelope System 2.0: The Best of Both Worlds
This post may contain affiliate links. I’m a big Dave Ramsey fan. Say what you want about the man, but he’s been highly effective in helping thousands of people get on the road to financial peace. His Total Money Makeover book is a classic, and it’s the book that kickstarted me down the path towards […]
Get What You Want: 6 Ways To Be Difficult When It Counts
This post contains affiliate links. I’m a naturally easy going person. I don’t let my highs get too high, or my lows too low. My wife describes me as vanilla, which I think is a compliment (at least that’s how I take it). It takes a lot to get me riled up and angry, and […]
Pass On Your Money Values…Before It’s Too Late
My daughter is engaged. Before you congratulate me, don’t. I’m not happy. It’s not that he’s not a nice guy. I mean, no one is ever good enough for your daughter, but he’s a solid kid. Comes from a good family with good values. I’m not totally sure what he wants to do with […]