From Always the Planner
January 9, 2012 at 4:59 pm
I can admit it. I got lazy towards the end of 2011. It was as if all the drive and all the motivation I used to get through my M.P.A. while working full-time completely drained ... (
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January 6, 2012 at 10:00 am
Every new year should begin with a laugh. Check out these 9 brave predictions. And come on, how could you not laugh when you see this.
No matter what you say, we can all ... (
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January 4, 2012 at 3:59 pm
I don't normally make new years resolutions. I tend to forget about them throughout the year anyway, so it seems silly to waste my time coming up with them. I always make a few ... (
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From Always the Planner
January 3, 2012 at 12:22 pm
I've been trying to figure out ways to spend less on clothes and shoes in 2012. The spending fast this month should help, but there are still 11 months left. I would try a no clothes ... (
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January 2, 2012 at 10:00 am
I've decided to keep things simple in 2012. One to three goals per category. I've also decided to have three categories. Financial will include my lofty goals and my steady ... (
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From Always the Planner
January 1, 2012 at 10:00 am
I set the following goals for 2011:
Financial
Focus on funding my joint savings account with my husband.
Pay down my student loan to $9,999.
Continue to pay 17% of my salary ... (
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January 1, 2012 at 1:01 am
Happy New Years! Wishing you an amazing 2012!
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From Always the Planner
December 31, 2011 at 4:01 pm
As 2011 draws to an end I like to take a moment to reflect on my financials. Here are a couple of percentages:
The numbers below do not include regular and retirement savings.
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December 25, 2011 at 10:00 am
Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to all my readers!
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From Always the Planner
December 23, 2011 at 10:00 am
A huge congratulations to J. Money and I Pick Up Pennies. They both have a bun in the oven, well Mrs. J. Money does. Also a big congrats to Krystal who is moving to Germany! A ... (
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From Always the Planner
December 21, 2011 at 10:00 am
I don't often write posts that lay out five to ten steps. I know they are super popular in the personal finance world, but I have a hard time putting them together. I often think ... (
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From Always the Planner
December 20, 2011 at 10:00 am
I have decided to go on a spending fast with a good friend of mine in the month of January.
During this fast I won't spend any money on lunches out, alcohol, tea, clothes, ... (
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From Always the Planner
December 19, 2011 at 9:00 am
What I Wish I Learned in College About Personal Finance Series
When I first started learning about personal finance I read a ton of blogs, Suze Orman books, and simply digested ... (
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From Always the Planner
December 17, 2011 at 10:00 am
I've finally created a Facebook page for my blog. For those of you would are on facebook and enjoy my blog I would love if you could "like" it.
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From Always the Planner
December 16, 2011 at 10:00 am
I came across some fun and interesting blog posts and items this week and I decided to share them.
At only $20 I was seriously tempted into buying this Charlie Brown Christmas ... (
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December 15, 2011 at 11:22 am
I read an interesting article this morning about how to accomplish more by doing less. In summary, the article notes that working straight through lunch with no breaks actually ... (
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From Always the Planner
December 14, 2011 at 10:00 am
I love this time of year. There are the holidays, a week off work, and the time to check up on my finances and think about goals for the next year.
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December 13, 2011 at 10:00 am
I thought it would be fun to post my Christmas wish list. I decided to include only fun wants in this list. Nothing I need, but if I had a ton of money I would totally buy.
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December 12, 2011 at 11:03 am
I recently decided that I needed a better way to cover short term overages in my budget. When I go over budget I've been taking money out of my emergency fund to cover these expenses. ... (
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From Always the Planner
December 9, 2011 at 12:08 pm
I have to say I'm completely shopped out. Luckily, I've also finished my Christmas shopping, so now all I have to do is wait for some things to arrive and wrap the gifts!
However, ... (
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December 2, 2011 at 10:00 am
George Gallagher is a finance and fitness writer. He also helps graduates discover private student loan consolidation programs that fit their specific needs.
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From Always the Planner
December 1, 2011 at 3:48 pm
I'm happy to report that with today's payment I've reached my student loan goal. That's right, I'm officially under $10,000!
While I'm incredibly happy about this my first ... (
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November 30, 2011 at 4:22 pm
The holiday season is quickly approaching! This is such a fun time of year with the decorations, gorgeous lights, time spent with family, and of course gifts.
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November 28, 2011 at 4:33 pm
So I didn't make my budget challenge this month. I signed up to run a turkey trot on Thanksgiving. As we were driving home from picking up our numbers and t-shirts I realized ... (
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From Always the Planner
November 24, 2011 at 10:00 am
I've been pretty frustrated at things in my life right now (such as my job), so I think it is particularly important that I take a little time to acknowledge the ... (
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