security

Can You Buy Your Way Out of the Rat Race?

Posted November 3, 2009 - 06:00 by Philip Brewer

Personal Finance, Career and Income

Piggy bank saved for a rainy day

If you're tracking your spending, you know how much money it takes to live on. If you're tracking your investments, you know about how much return you're getting from your capital. With those two numbers, you can get a pretty good estimate of how much money it takes to buy your way out of the rat race.

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Security is an illusion. Freedom is real.

Posted January 22, 2009 - 07:15 by Philip Brewer

General Tips, Lifestyle

Cat with claws

There's a seeming tradeoff between freedom and security: You can stick with the day job or chuck it to live your dream--if you're willing to give up the security of the regular paycheck. That kind of security, though, is an illusion.

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The $25 gadget that keeps my home and family safe.

Posted August 21, 2007 - 21:22 by Paul Michael

Deals and Coupons, Shopping

Lock Jaw

How much would you pay to sleep soundly at night, knowing your home is secure and your family is much safer? Well, I'd pay anything to be honest. But after my lockbumping post back in March, I was contacted by a company that has created a unique, inexpensive and wonderful product called the Lock Jaw. It's literally made us all feel safer in so many ways. Plus, Wisebread readers can get it at a discount.

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How to travel to and from Canada

Posted July 4, 2007 - 16:30 by Andrea Dickson

Life Hacks

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Getting to and from Canada is getting to be a real pain in the ass. I should know, since I cross the border several times a year to visit family and friends all over the Great White North. The border has always given me the jitters. I've never tried to illegally take anything over the border, but I'm still always a bit freaked out by the process, especially since the guards are getting touchier and touchier as travel restrictions and passport rules get stricter.

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The Magic Marker Money Safe

Posted 2 years ago by Paul Michael

Filed Under: DIY

pensafe

I've never tried a money-belt. I've nevr had enough cash to put in one to be honest. But when I lived in London I was mugged three times, and this little beauty would have saved me a stack of cash.

It's a great idea. The video shows you everything you need to do, and trust me, it's not a lot. All you need is...

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