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Delayed gratification – Is it worth it?

11.17.2009

The following guest post was written by CPF reader Amy Sullivan.
We live in a country resounding “Instant Gratification!” as its lifestyle cadence call. But despite the fact debt has become a badge of the American dream, some folks are going back to saving money and paying for big-ticket items with cash. With this new concept, [...]

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What is passive income & why you should care

11.14.2009

Creating passive income is no get rich quick scheme. While it can really help you simplify your life by helping your personal finances, it still takes time and work to establish solid income streams. If managed properly, the income generated from these types of sources are well worth the effort.

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6 time management skills for entrepreneurs

11.10.2009

You’ve heard it before, time is money. This is absolutely true for entrepreneurs. True entrepreneurs understand that the time they put into a task or project is essential to its success, and ultimately their success. As such, successful entrepreneurs are cautious of the time that they offer.

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Maximum Reverse Mortgage Loan Amounts Have Been Reduced

11.07.2009

Effective Oct. 1, 2009, the Federal Housing Administration reduced the maximum loan amounts seniors could receive from a Reverse Mortgage. The reduction means a 10 percent cutback on the loan amount for all new FHA Reverse Mortgage loan applications. While this won’t impact borrowers with applications taken prior to October first, it is estimated that one in five new Reverse Mortgage applicants will now be unable to qualify for the loan.

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There is no such thing as a free lunch – or is there?

11.04.2009

This article was written by Lakita Humber who serves as the founder of Paneh – A ministry which exists to educate, impart and equip those called to worship arts on a variety of subjects, such as D.A.N.C.E. Out of Debt.
Is There a Such Thing as a Free Lunch?
One of the tenets of economics is “There [...]

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How to pay off your mortgage early (4 methods)

10.28.2009

These are 4 simple ways to pay off your mortgage early!

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Freedom from extreme frugality

10.24.2009

This article was written by Branden who regularly writes for his blog FaithFitnessFinance.com.
Finding the freedom to spend
When it comes to being frugal, paying off debt, saving for retirement, and actively pursuing long-term financial goals, I am a zealot. You see, I’m a big picture kind of guy. I have a natural propensity to create savings [...]

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Finding the will of God for your life (and job)

10.22.2009

Be ready – make necessary preparations for receiving your answer. If you’re not willing to set goals and work toward them, then your dream will remain just a dream. That better paying job, unity in your relationships, or sense of purpose in your life will not come.

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Looking for guest posts

10.17.2009

The next 3-4 weeks are going to be pretty busy for me. We are going to be closing on our house in less than 2 weeks, I am then going to try to paint and do a few other things to get it move-in ready. Less than a week after that we will be on [...]

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Don’t fall off the wagon with your finances

09.28.2009

The following is a guest post from John Gowan. John is the principal financial consultant at Financial Legacy Builders, an asset management and financial consulting firm that specializes in helping young adults eliminate debt, build wealth, and increase their giving.
Staying on Course with Your Finances
How many times have you started something that you never quite [...]

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Surviving Financial Meltdown | Review

09.27.2009

This book helped me recognize where I am lacking in knowledge and in discipline. But it also made me realize how attainable many of my hopes and dreams are. One of the things that I love most about Surviving Financial Meltdown is the encouragement to dream and set goals from our desires…

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What to do if you’ve been turned down for a loan

09.26.2009

Turned Down For a Loan? Improve Your Loan-Ability!
This article was written by Becky House, Education Manager for American Financial Solutions. For more information about credit scores, budgeting or managing your debt, visit MyFinancialGoals.org or contact Becky at 1.800.894.3946.
Two years ago, someone with a 600 (poor) credit score could qualify for a mortgage or car loan. [...]

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How to track daily expenses

09.21.2009

This article was written by Bryce Bartruff, senior director and COO of American Missionary Fellowship, which offers Fiscal Fitness workshops at churches and community organizations. To learn more call him at at 610-527-4439, x104 or email him.
Tracking Out-of-Pocket Expenses
I was speaking with my friend Chris last Thursday. He expressed frustration over his use of [...]

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Tax Lady’s Guide to Beating the IRS | Review

09.20.2009

The main point that Roni Deutch is trying to make throughout the book is that people can minimize their taxes by having a better understanding of tax rules and good record keeping, so that they can take advantage of all the exemptions, deductions, and credits that are available to them. To that effect, Roni Deutch succeeds in her objective.

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