I haven't used one yet, but I've always liked the idea of coworking spaces. I usually work in my apartment or a coffee shop, but they both have their distractions. I'm sure a coworking space has its own distractions as well, but a little bit of socialization during the day would probably be good for me. =)
We are unemployed and have no medical insurance. My medication costs $550.00/3 mos. I asked my doctor to change my meds to another brand that has a generic (which I had first taken 15 yrs ago). Cost: only $10/3 mos. Cha-ching!!!
I've only been to one Co-working space in Culver City, but it was a great experience and a goal of mine to be able to join someday (once I can cover the overhead expense).
Great List! Another awesome place to list is www.SargesList.com - it is a "Craigslist-type" of site specifically for Military. If you live near a base, you should definitely check it out for listing your stuff!
In 1996 sitting on our deck my husband and I were talking about exactly how we were "putting our daughter thru college".From the time she was 3yrs old we had said we would "put her thru college".In June of 1996 she had chosen the college after several open house fact finding missions.Inow knew exactly what it would cost and much to my surprise my husband meant she would take loans and we would help her.I meant we would pay for college.Hmmm what to do?After some discussion(use your imagination) and my husband's fateful works "oh you can't" I put my daughter thru college! I worked 2 jobs, a day shift 8-430pm and an evening one 5p-1am every day EXCEPT sundays for 4 years.We both got an education! And now I have no fear of trying anything or taking on a challenge.I got an amazing gift from this experience.
Working from home is awesome. I have been doing it for years. The important thing is that you find something that you are passionate about, or something where you can help others while taking care of your own needs.
I have been fortunate, and I encourage everyone to keep searching for something that excites you. There is nothing better than spending more time with the family, or taking time off to vacation every now and again.
I just made my final car payment! I set a goal of paying it off early, and met it. Instead of taking 66 months to pay it off, I did it in just 17 months...woohoo!
My greatest financial accomplishment (so far) has been to save enough money with my husband that we're finally able to start shopping for our first house!
A tire would have to be downright ancient before it 'fell' apart. Even then it would likely hold it's structure because of the steel belts. There is nothing wrong with using an old tire that is in good shape. I would highly recommend however that if you don't know what your looking for to take it to someone who does.
New tires can and do fail without warning from time to time as do used. The best thing to do is keep them properly inflated and make sure there are no cracks in the sidewalls or tread.
Please...Please...Please... teach your children this critical principle. Isn't it interesting to see how people change so much from when they were kids? Not saying this is the only scenario but definitely one I've seen time after time...
Most kids usually pay EVERYTHING to themselves first. Understandable - they have no other obligations. The challenge seems to start when they get those other obligations and they're not trained to handle them.
So many kids get a cell phone, a car, a credit card and "forget" to pay those bills and get in trouble. After a time doing this they get messed up financially and then have to both catch up and continue to pay the bills. In the meantime, spending continues and even (gasp) increases! Eventually, things are reversed and paying themselves first, comes last, if at all.
Is that how many people reach the same problem and now need to "re-gear" their financial thinking? How much better it would be to be taught this (and other) financial principles when young and mentored to watch out for the financial dead ends.
This doesn't seem intuitive at all, so far. Also, it doesn't recognize my bank as one of its options; silly me for staying with my small local bank. Entering things manually is awkward, and I can't add my car loan with Ford, which is one of my largest debts. I'm willing to give it a week or two, though.
Investing in domain names. Buying, selling and developing domain names has given me such great freedom and creativity. I have an extra form of income that is well on its way to becoming its own career. The work is hard unlike the get rich quick schemes teach but it is fun and adventurous.
My biggest financial achievement has been paying off my first credit card. I had the highest balance on it, with a horrible interest rate. By paying it off it freed up money to pay off other debts, and has allowed me to pay off my car early, and pay down my student loans.
Impressive!
Awesome! That is a great accomplishment!
Way to go!!!
Wow! Way to go! :)
Awesome! That is quite an accomplishment!
I haven't used one yet, but I've always liked the idea of coworking spaces. I usually work in my apartment or a coffee shop, but they both have their distractions. I'm sure a coworking space has its own distractions as well, but a little bit of socialization during the day would probably be good for me. =)
I've had that Twin Vines Vinho Verde before and really dig it. My favorite inexpensive red is El Cota Rioja, which is pretty much always under $10.
We are unemployed and have no medical insurance. My medication costs $550.00/3 mos. I asked my doctor to change my meds to another brand that has a generic (which I had first taken 15 yrs ago). Cost: only $10/3 mos. Cha-ching!!!
I've only been to one Co-working space in Culver City, but it was a great experience and a goal of mine to be able to join someday (once I can cover the overhead expense).
Thanks for the tip, Carmen. I've never heard of Sarges List, but this sounds like an excellent resource!
Great List! Another awesome place to list is www.SargesList.com - it is a "Craigslist-type" of site specifically for Military. If you live near a base, you should definitely check it out for listing your stuff!
In 1996 sitting on our deck my husband and I were talking about exactly how we were "putting our daughter thru college".From the time she was 3yrs old we had said we would "put her thru college".In June of 1996 she had chosen the college after several open house fact finding missions.Inow knew exactly what it would cost and much to my surprise my husband meant she would take loans and we would help her.I meant we would pay for college.Hmmm what to do?After some discussion(use your imagination) and my husband's fateful works "oh you can't" I put my daughter thru college! I worked 2 jobs, a day shift 8-430pm and an evening one 5p-1am every day EXCEPT sundays for 4 years.We both got an education! And now I have no fear of trying anything or taking on a challenge.I got an amazing gift from this experience.
I HAVE to add Wild Bunch Red Blend 2010 - 1.5 L bottle at Costco for 8.99 and amazingly delicious.
Some excellent tips - thank you!
Working from home is awesome. I have been doing it for years. The important thing is that you find something that you are passionate about, or something where you can help others while taking care of your own needs.
I have been fortunate, and I encourage everyone to keep searching for something that excites you. There is nothing better than spending more time with the family, or taking time off to vacation every now and again.
Best of Luck!
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You are very lucky because here in the city, a "fantastic deal" on yogurt is 45 cents
Please update the information. The posted date says 2008, we are in 2012 I'm sure a lot of things have change since.
I just made my final car payment! I set a goal of paying it off early, and met it. Instead of taking 66 months to pay it off, I did it in just 17 months...woohoo!
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My greatest financial accomplishment (so far) has been to save enough money with my husband that we're finally able to start shopping for our first house!
A tire would have to be downright ancient before it 'fell' apart. Even then it would likely hold it's structure because of the steel belts. There is nothing wrong with using an old tire that is in good shape. I would highly recommend however that if you don't know what your looking for to take it to someone who does.
New tires can and do fail without warning from time to time as do used. The best thing to do is keep them properly inflated and make sure there are no cracks in the sidewalls or tread.
Please...Please...Please... teach your children this critical principle. Isn't it interesting to see how people change so much from when they were kids? Not saying this is the only scenario but definitely one I've seen time after time...
Most kids usually pay EVERYTHING to themselves first. Understandable - they have no other obligations. The challenge seems to start when they get those other obligations and they're not trained to handle them.
So many kids get a cell phone, a car, a credit card and "forget" to pay those bills and get in trouble. After a time doing this they get messed up financially and then have to both catch up and continue to pay the bills. In the meantime, spending continues and even (gasp) increases! Eventually, things are reversed and paying themselves first, comes last, if at all.
Is that how many people reach the same problem and now need to "re-gear" their financial thinking? How much better it would be to be taught this (and other) financial principles when young and mentored to watch out for the financial dead ends.
This doesn't seem intuitive at all, so far. Also, it doesn't recognize my bank as one of its options; silly me for staying with my small local bank. Entering things manually is awkward, and I can't add my car loan with Ford, which is one of my largest debts. I'm willing to give it a week or two, though.
Investing in domain names. Buying, selling and developing domain names has given me such great freedom and creativity. I have an extra form of income that is well on its way to becoming its own career. The work is hard unlike the get rich quick schemes teach but it is fun and adventurous.
Thanks. Great read. And an extra thanks for the book.
My biggest financial achievement has been paying off my first credit card. I had the highest balance on it, with a horrible interest rate. By paying it off it freed up money to pay off other debts, and has allowed me to pay off my car early, and pay down my student loans.