Monthly Archives: October 2006

Frosty Beer Mug – Money Photo Day 14

Posted on October 31, 2006 by Jeffrey Strain

While Nate and I were creating the beer calculator and saving tips, Nate got it into his mind that what he really wanted was a set of frosty beer mugs (“beer just tastes better when it comes from a frosty … Continue reading →

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10 Steps That Will Ensure Financial Failure

Posted on October 31, 2006 by Jeffrey Strain

There are a large number of steps that you can take to help you become financially successful, but all your hard work can be for nothing if you’re also doing things that undermine the financial success you’re seeking. The financial … Continue reading →

Posted in Investing, Personal Finance | 5 Comments

Mini Economics Course

Posted on October 31, 2006 by Jeffrey Strain

Have economics always confused you? There is an excellent 10 part (each part being a single page) series put together by Walter Williams who is a professor of economics at George Mason University called Economics for the Citizen. If you … Continue reading →

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Halloween Candy – Money Photo Day 13

Posted on October 30, 2006 by Jeffrey Strain

Everyone has to take the Halloween candy plunge at some point and today was that day. $2.50 for a bunch of bite size candy bars. The question, as always, is will they last until tomorrow night or will I have … Continue reading →

Posted in Food / Groceries, Holidays | 2 Comments

Beer Calculator & 10 Ways To Save On Beer

Posted on October 30, 2006 by Jeffrey Strain

This is what happens when me and Nate get together…I’m not sure if it’s a good thing or not, but it certainly keeps us entertained. We sit around and talk about ideas we have about the sites while drinking beer. … Continue reading →

Posted in Food / Groceries, Saving Money, Shopping | 20 Comments

How Do Your Finances Compare To Steve Wozniak’s?

Posted on October 30, 2006 by Jeffrey Strain

It’s not often that you get a peak into the daily finances of the rich and famous, but there was an interview with Steve Wozniak (co-founder of Apple computer with Steve Jobs) in a British publication that focused on his … Continue reading →

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ch-ch-ch-changes

Posted on October 29, 2006 by Jeffrey Strain

As you may have noticed, Nate and I decided to make some changes to the blog this weekend. These were long over due and we think that it looks a lot better (we’ve always known we needed the change from … Continue reading →

Posted in Miscellaneous, Website | 16 Comments

Computer TV – Money Photo Day 12

Posted on October 29, 2006 by Jeffrey Strain

Let’s give some kudos to Nate! He has a neat little set up where instead of purchasing a TV he decided to get a really nice computer monitor and hook his cable directly into it. This meant that instead of … Continue reading →

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Washer Tips – New Satellite Site

Posted on October 29, 2006 by Jeffrey Strain

A couple of weeks ago I mentioned how Dryer Tips was one of those sites that just fell into place where I was already researching the information and the domain name was available. It then made perfect sense to place … Continue reading →

Posted in Saving Money, Website | 2 Comments

Cheap Sleeps – Money Photo Day 11

Posted on October 28, 2006 by Jeffrey Strain

One of the most expensive aspects to travel these days is the cost of accommodations. During my recent trip to Victoria, I didn’t spend a dime since I stayed with my sister in their new house (pictured above). As I … Continue reading →

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Socially Irresponsible Investing

Posted on October 28, 2006 by Jeffrey Strain

I know this is a gag, but at the same time, I know quite a few people that would be more than willing to invest their money with a investment firm that practiced like this if they consistently beat the … Continue reading →

Posted in Investing, Making Money | 4 Comments

Why It’s Important to Secure Your Home Wireless

Posted on October 27, 2006 by Jeffrey Strain

While there has been quite a bit of discussion regarding whether or not using your neighbors wireless is ethical, those that allow their wireless systems to be used without protection might want to give a second thought to that decision. … Continue reading →

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$600 Cars & 12¢ Hamburgers

Posted on October 27, 2006 by Jeffrey Strain

I always like finding new ways to look at numbers when it comes to personal finances (yes, I’m a geek in that way). It was with this in mind that I read an article over at Mises.org about how the … Continue reading →

Posted in Cars, Food / Groceries, Housing | 5 Comments

Mt. Douglas – Money Photo Day 10

Posted on October 27, 2006 by Jeffrey Strain

I received an email from Luke from Travel Finances saying that it would be fun to meet up since I was visiting my sister in Victoria and that is where he lives. Usually when I meet others, we would go … Continue reading →

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Do You Understand Your Phone Bill?

Posted on October 27, 2006 by Jeffrey Strain

When is the last time you really took a look at your phone bill? Chances are there are quite a few fees and charges on it that you aren’t sure what you’re paying for. Take a look at this bill … Continue reading →

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Money Photo Day 9

Posted on October 26, 2006 by Jeffrey Strain

When I go to the grocery store, I am pretty good at sticking to a list since I found it has saved me a lot of money compared to not shopping with a list. It takes something truly special to … Continue reading →

Posted in Food / Groceries, Shopping | 1 Comment

What The US Needs Is A $2 Coin

Posted on October 26, 2006 by Jeffrey Strain

I can see everyone who read that title already shaking their heads. There are a couple of personal experience reasons why I think this would be a good idea and you can all take me to task if you think … Continue reading →

Posted in Saving Money, X Files | 12 Comments

If It Seems Too Good To Be True…

Posted on October 25, 2006 by Jeffrey Strain

When it comes to your personal finances, we say it time and again…if it seems too good to be true, then it probably is. That still doesn’t keep people for falling for scams as this British show reveals when it … Continue reading →

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Money Photo Day 8

Posted on October 25, 2006 by Jeffrey Strain

I found $0.27 (Canadian) today. I took a little walk with my sister and niece to the ocean and along the way spotted the three coins laying directly in front of the tire of a car. Looking for dropped coins … Continue reading →

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How The Rich Stay Rich

Posted on October 25, 2006 by Jeffrey Strain

An interesting piece over at Mother Jones from last May listing a number of statistics about money that make you pause and think. It’s certainly worth a visit to read them all (over forty), but here are a few that … Continue reading →

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