• Why I'm Not A Dividend Investor

    Updated: 2012-04-30 14:09:22
    : My Personal Finance Journey Personal finance observation , musing and decisions in a journey toward financial independence by 2020 with at least 3 . million Home About The Journey Is 1M Enough Beyond Financial Independence Disclaimer 2008 09 Results 2008 Goals 2007 Results 2007 Goals 2006 Goals 2006 Results 2005 Goals 2005 Results 2004 Goals 2004 Results Net Worth February 10 984,687, 14,331 January 10 970,356, 452 End of 2009 969,905, 259,662 in 2009 End of 2008 710,243, 185,155 in 2008 End of 2007 895,398, 264,167 in 2007 End of 2006 631,251, 230,704 in 2006 End of 2005 400,548, 205,026 in 2005 End of 2004 195,522, 62,938 in 2004 End of 2003 132,584, 53,617 in 2003 Best Online Banking 1.40 APY from CapitalOne InterestPlus Online Savings Account 1.10 APY with no minimal balance only

  • Should I Simply Buy Chinese Money Market Fund (Instead of Stock Picking)?

    Updated: 2012-04-30 14:09:22
    : My Personal Finance Journey Personal finance observation , musing and decisions in a journey toward financial independence by 2020 with at least 3 . million Home About The Journey Is 1M Enough Beyond Financial Independence Disclaimer 2008 09 Results 2008 Goals 2007 Results 2007 Goals 2006 Goals 2006 Results 2005 Goals 2005 Results 2004 Goals 2004 Results Net Worth February 10 984,687, 14,331 January 10 970,356, 452 End of 2009 969,905, 259,662 in 2009 End of 2008 710,243, 185,155 in 2008 End of 2007 895,398, 264,167 in 2007 End of 2006 631,251, 230,704 in 2006 End of 2005 400,548, 205,026 in 2005 End of 2004 195,522, 62,938 in 2004 End of 2003 132,584, 53,617 in 2003 Best Online Banking 1.40 APY from CapitalOne InterestPlus Online Savings Account 1.10 APY with no minimal balance only

  • What Candidates are Proposing for Income Tax on Investments

    Updated: 2012-04-30 14:09:22
    : My Personal Finance Journey Personal finance observation , musing and decisions in a journey toward financial independence by 2020 with at least 3 . million Home About The Journey Is 1M Enough Beyond Financial Independence Disclaimer 2008 09 Results 2008 Goals 2007 Results 2007 Goals 2006 Goals 2006 Results 2005 Goals 2005 Results 2004 Goals 2004 Results Net Worth February 10 984,687, 14,331 January 10 970,356, 452 End of 2009 969,905, 259,662 in 2009 End of 2008 710,243, 185,155 in 2008 End of 2007 895,398, 264,167 in 2007 End of 2006 631,251, 230,704 in 2006 End of 2005 400,548, 205,026 in 2005 End of 2004 195,522, 62,938 in 2004 End of 2003 132,584, 53,617 in 2003 Best Online Banking 1.40 APY from CapitalOne InterestPlus Online Savings Account 1.10 APY with no minimal balance only

  • 110 Days on the Road, and Other Fun Travel Statistics in 2007

    Updated: 2012-04-30 14:09:22
    , : My Personal Finance Journey Personal finance observation , musing and decisions in a journey toward financial independence by 2020 with at least 3 . million Home About The Journey Is 1M Enough Beyond Financial Independence Disclaimer 2008 09 Results 2008 Goals 2007 Results 2007 Goals 2006 Goals 2006 Results 2005 Goals 2005 Results 2004 Goals 2004 Results Net Worth February 10 984,687, 14,331 January 10 970,356, 452 End of 2009 969,905, 259,662 in 2009 End of 2008 710,243, 185,155 in 2008 End of 2007 895,398, 264,167 in 2007 End of 2006 631,251, 230,704 in 2006 End of 2005 400,548, 205,026 in 2005 End of 2004 195,522, 62,938 in 2004 End of 2003 132,584, 53,617 in 2003 Best Online Banking 1.40 APY from CapitalOne InterestPlus Online Savings Account 1.10 APY with no minimal balance only

  • Upcoming 401(k) Plan Changes: More SMAs and Self-Directed Brokerage Accounts

    Updated: 2012-04-30 14:09:22
    : : My Personal Finance Journey Personal finance observation , musing and decisions in a journey toward financial independence by 2020 with at least 3 . million Home About The Journey Is 1M Enough Beyond Financial Independence Disclaimer 2008 09 Results 2008 Goals 2007 Results 2007 Goals 2006 Goals 2006 Results 2005 Goals 2005 Results 2004 Goals 2004 Results Net Worth February 10 984,687, 14,331 January 10 970,356, 452 End of 2009 969,905, 259,662 in 2009 End of 2008 710,243, 185,155 in 2008 End of 2007 895,398, 264,167 in 2007 End of 2006 631,251, 230,704 in 2006 End of 2005 400,548, 205,026 in 2005 End of 2004 195,522, 62,938 in 2004 End of 2003 132,584, 53,617 in 2003 Best Online Banking 1.40 APY from CapitalOne InterestPlus Online Savings Account 1.10 APY with no minimal balance only

  • More Income = More Spending?

    Updated: 2012-04-30 14:09:22
    : My Personal Finance Journey Personal finance observation , musing and decisions in a journey toward financial independence by 2020 with at least 3 . million Home About The Journey Is 1M Enough Beyond Financial Independence Disclaimer 2008 09 Results 2008 Goals 2007 Results 2007 Goals 2006 Goals 2006 Results 2005 Goals 2005 Results 2004 Goals 2004 Results Net Worth February 10 984,687, 14,331 January 10 970,356, 452 End of 2009 969,905, 259,662 in 2009 End of 2008 710,243, 185,155 in 2008 End of 2007 895,398, 264,167 in 2007 End of 2006 631,251, 230,704 in 2006 End of 2005 400,548, 205,026 in 2005 End of 2004 195,522, 62,938 in 2004 End of 2003 132,584, 53,617 in 2003 Best Online Banking 1.40 APY from CapitalOne InterestPlus Online Savings Account 1.10 APY with no minimal balance only

  • 2008 Financial Plan: Participation Award Winner Announced

    Updated: 2012-04-30 14:09:22
    : : My Personal Finance Journey Personal finance observation , musing and decisions in a journey toward financial independence by 2020 with at least 3 . million Home About The Journey Is 1M Enough Beyond Financial Independence Disclaimer 2008 09 Results 2008 Goals 2007 Results 2007 Goals 2006 Goals 2006 Results 2005 Goals 2005 Results 2004 Goals 2004 Results Net Worth February 10 984,687, 14,331 January 10 970,356, 452 End of 2009 969,905, 259,662 in 2009 End of 2008 710,243, 185,155 in 2008 End of 2007 895,398, 264,167 in 2007 End of 2006 631,251, 230,704 in 2006 End of 2005 400,548, 205,026 in 2005 End of 2004 195,522, 62,938 in 2004 End of 2003 132,584, 53,617 in 2003 Best Online Banking 1.40 APY from CapitalOne InterestPlus Online Savings Account 1.10 APY with no minimal balance only

  • Financial Plan 2008, Part 2: Investment Income

    Updated: 2012-04-30 14:09:22
    : : My Personal Finance Journey Personal finance observation , musing and decisions in a journey toward financial independence by 2020 with at least 3 . million Home About The Journey Is 1M Enough Beyond Financial Independence Disclaimer 2008 09 Results 2008 Goals 2007 Results 2007 Goals 2006 Goals 2006 Results 2005 Goals 2005 Results 2004 Goals 2004 Results Net Worth February 10 984,687, 14,331 January 10 970,356, 452 End of 2009 969,905, 259,662 in 2009 End of 2008 710,243, 185,155 in 2008 End of 2007 895,398, 264,167 in 2007 End of 2006 631,251, 230,704 in 2006 End of 2005 400,548, 205,026 in 2005 End of 2004 195,522, 62,938 in 2004 End of 2003 132,584, 53,617 in 2003 Best Online Banking 1.40 APY from CapitalOne InterestPlus Online Savings Account 1.10 APY with no minimal balance only

  • American Express: Winner of 2007 J.D. Power Credit Card Satisfaction Survey

    Updated: 2012-04-30 14:09:22
    : . : My Personal Finance Journey Personal finance observation , musing and decisions in a journey toward financial independence by 2020 with at least 3 . million Home About The Journey Is 1M Enough Beyond Financial Independence Disclaimer 2008 09 Results 2008 Goals 2007 Results 2007 Goals 2006 Goals 2006 Results 2005 Goals 2005 Results 2004 Goals 2004 Results Net Worth February 10 984,687, 14,331 January 10 970,356, 452 End of 2009 969,905, 259,662 in 2009 End of 2008 710,243, 185,155 in 2008 End of 2007 895,398, 264,167 in 2007 End of 2006 631,251, 230,704 in 2006 End of 2005 400,548, 205,026 in 2005 End of 2004 195,522, 62,938 in 2004 End of 2003 132,584, 53,617 in 2003 Best Online Banking 1.40 APY from CapitalOne InterestPlus Online Savings Account 1.10 APY with no minimal balance only

  • Where to Park Your Cash in 2008

    Updated: 2012-04-30 14:09:22
    : My Personal Finance Journey Personal finance observation , musing and decisions in a journey toward financial independence by 2020 with at least 3 . million Home About The Journey Is 1M Enough Beyond Financial Independence Disclaimer 2008 09 Results 2008 Goals 2007 Results 2007 Goals 2006 Goals 2006 Results 2005 Goals 2005 Results 2004 Goals 2004 Results Net Worth February 10 984,687, 14,331 January 10 970,356, 452 End of 2009 969,905, 259,662 in 2009 End of 2008 710,243, 185,155 in 2008 End of 2007 895,398, 264,167 in 2007 End of 2006 631,251, 230,704 in 2006 End of 2005 400,548, 205,026 in 2005 End of 2004 195,522, 62,938 in 2004 End of 2003 132,584, 53,617 in 2003 Best Online Banking 1.40 APY from CapitalOne InterestPlus Online Savings Account 1.10 APY with no minimal balance only

  • Magazines for Miles by Northwest WorldPerks

    Updated: 2012-04-30 14:09:22
    : My Personal Finance Journey Personal finance observation , musing and decisions in a journey toward financial independence by 2020 with at least 3 . million Home About The Journey Is 1M Enough Beyond Financial Independence Disclaimer 2008 09 Results 2008 Goals 2007 Results 2007 Goals 2006 Goals 2006 Results 2005 Goals 2005 Results 2004 Goals 2004 Results Net Worth February 10 984,687, 14,331 January 10 970,356, 452 End of 2009 969,905, 259,662 in 2009 End of 2008 710,243, 185,155 in 2008 End of 2007 895,398, 264,167 in 2007 End of 2006 631,251, 230,704 in 2006 End of 2005 400,548, 205,026 in 2005 End of 2004 195,522, 62,938 in 2004 End of 2003 132,584, 53,617 in 2003 Best Online Banking 1.40 APY from CapitalOne InterestPlus Online Savings Account 1.10 APY with no minimal balance only

  • How Accurate Are My Predictions of 2007? Part 2: On Investment Income

    Updated: 2012-04-30 14:09:22
    : : My Personal Finance Journey Personal finance observation , musing and decisions in a journey toward financial independence by 2020 with at least 3 . million Home About The Journey Is 1M Enough Beyond Financial Independence Disclaimer 2008 09 Results 2008 Goals 2007 Results 2007 Goals 2006 Goals 2006 Results 2005 Goals 2005 Results 2004 Goals 2004 Results Net Worth February 10 984,687, 14,331 January 10 970,356, 452 End of 2009 969,905, 259,662 in 2009 End of 2008 710,243, 185,155 in 2008 End of 2007 895,398, 264,167 in 2007 End of 2006 631,251, 230,704 in 2006 End of 2005 400,548, 205,026 in 2005 End of 2004 195,522, 62,938 in 2004 End of 2003 132,584, 53,617 in 2003 Best Online Banking 1.40 APY from CapitalOne InterestPlus Online Savings Account 1.10 APY with no minimal balance only

  • Is Prepaying January Mortgage Bill for Tax Gain a Good Idea? Myth Busted.

    Updated: 2012-04-30 14:09:22
    . : My Personal Finance Journey Personal finance observation , musing and decisions in a journey toward financial independence by 2020 with at least 3 . million Home About The Journey Is 1M Enough Beyond Financial Independence Disclaimer 2008 09 Results 2008 Goals 2007 Results 2007 Goals 2006 Goals 2006 Results 2005 Goals 2005 Results 2004 Goals 2004 Results Net Worth February 10 984,687, 14,331 January 10 970,356, 452 End of 2009 969,905, 259,662 in 2009 End of 2008 710,243, 185,155 in 2008 End of 2007 895,398, 264,167 in 2007 End of 2006 631,251, 230,704 in 2006 End of 2005 400,548, 205,026 in 2005 End of 2004 195,522, 62,938 in 2004 End of 2003 132,584, 53,617 in 2003 Best Online Banking 1.40 APY from CapitalOne InterestPlus Online Savings Account 1.10 APY with no minimal balance only

  • Financial Plan 2008: Net Worth Growth Goal = $220,000

    Updated: 2012-04-30 14:09:22
    : : My Personal Finance Journey Personal finance observation , musing and decisions in a journey toward financial independence by 2020 with at least 3 . million Home About The Journey Is 1M Enough Beyond Financial Independence Disclaimer 2008 09 Results 2008 Goals 2007 Results 2007 Goals 2006 Goals 2006 Results 2005 Goals 2005 Results 2004 Goals 2004 Results Net Worth February 10 984,687, 14,331 January 10 970,356, 452 End of 2009 969,905, 259,662 in 2009 End of 2008 710,243, 185,155 in 2008 End of 2007 895,398, 264,167 in 2007 End of 2006 631,251, 230,704 in 2006 End of 2005 400,548, 205,026 in 2005 End of 2004 195,522, 62,938 in 2004 End of 2003 132,584, 53,617 in 2003 Best Online Banking 1.40 APY from CapitalOne InterestPlus Online Savings Account 1.10 APY with no minimal balance only

  • December 19: E*TRADE Customer Appreciation Day

    Updated: 2012-04-30 14:09:22
    : : My Personal Finance Journey Personal finance observation , musing and decisions in a journey toward financial independence by 2020 with at least 3 . million Home About The Journey Is 1M Enough Beyond Financial Independence Disclaimer 2008 09 Results 2008 Goals 2007 Results 2007 Goals 2006 Goals 2006 Results 2005 Goals 2005 Results 2004 Goals 2004 Results Net Worth February 10 984,687, 14,331 January 10 970,356, 452 End of 2009 969,905, 259,662 in 2009 End of 2008 710,243, 185,155 in 2008 End of 2007 895,398, 264,167 in 2007 End of 2006 631,251, 230,704 in 2006 End of 2005 400,548, 205,026 in 2005 End of 2004 195,522, 62,938 in 2004 End of 2003 132,584, 53,617 in 2003 Best Online Banking 1.40 APY from CapitalOne InterestPlus Online Savings Account 1.10 APY with no minimal balance only

  • How Accurate Are My Predictions of 2007? Part 1: On Earned Income

    Updated: 2012-04-30 14:09:22
    : : My Personal Finance Journey Personal finance observation , musing and decisions in a journey toward financial independence by 2020 with at least 3 . million Home About The Journey Is 1M Enough Beyond Financial Independence Disclaimer 2008 09 Results 2008 Goals 2007 Results 2007 Goals 2006 Goals 2006 Results 2005 Goals 2005 Results 2004 Goals 2004 Results Net Worth February 10 984,687, 14,331 January 10 970,356, 452 End of 2009 969,905, 259,662 in 2009 End of 2008 710,243, 185,155 in 2008 End of 2007 895,398, 264,167 in 2007 End of 2006 631,251, 230,704 in 2006 End of 2005 400,548, 205,026 in 2005 End of 2004 195,522, 62,938 in 2004 End of 2003 132,584, 53,617 in 2003 Best Online Banking 1.40 APY from CapitalOne InterestPlus Online Savings Account 1.10 APY with no minimal balance only

  • My 2008 Financial Plan? You Are Invited To Participate and Win $100

    Updated: 2012-04-30 14:09:22
    : My Personal Finance Journey Personal finance observation , musing and decisions in a journey toward financial independence by 2020 with at least 3 . million Home About The Journey Is 1M Enough Beyond Financial Independence Disclaimer 2008 09 Results 2008 Goals 2007 Results 2007 Goals 2006 Goals 2006 Results 2005 Goals 2005 Results 2004 Goals 2004 Results Net Worth February 10 984,687, 14,331 January 10 970,356, 452 End of 2009 969,905, 259,662 in 2009 End of 2008 710,243, 185,155 in 2008 End of 2007 895,398, 264,167 in 2007 End of 2006 631,251, 230,704 in 2006 End of 2005 400,548, 205,026 in 2005 End of 2004 195,522, 62,938 in 2004 End of 2003 132,584, 53,617 in 2003 Best Online Banking 1.40 APY from CapitalOne InterestPlus Online Savings Account 1.10 APY with no minimal balance only

  • Financial Plan 2008, Part 1: Earned Income

    Updated: 2012-04-30 14:09:22
    : : My Personal Finance Journey Personal finance observation , musing and decisions in a journey toward financial independence by 2020 with at least 3 . million Home About The Journey Is 1M Enough Beyond Financial Independence Disclaimer 2008 09 Results 2008 Goals 2007 Results 2007 Goals 2006 Goals 2006 Results 2005 Goals 2005 Results 2004 Goals 2004 Results Net Worth February 10 984,687, 14,331 January 10 970,356, 452 End of 2009 969,905, 259,662 in 2009 End of 2008 710,243, 185,155 in 2008 End of 2007 895,398, 264,167 in 2007 End of 2006 631,251, 230,704 in 2006 End of 2005 400,548, 205,026 in 2005 End of 2004 195,522, 62,938 in 2004 End of 2003 132,584, 53,617 in 2003 Best Online Banking 1.40 APY from CapitalOne InterestPlus Online Savings Account 1.10 APY with no minimal balance only

  • Microsoft 401(k) Plan Replaced Fidelity Overseas with A Separately Managed Account

    Updated: 2012-04-30 14:09:22
    : My Personal Finance Journey Personal finance observation , musing and decisions in a journey toward financial independence by 2020 with at least 3 . million Home About The Journey Is 1M Enough Beyond Financial Independence Disclaimer 2008 09 Results 2008 Goals 2007 Results 2007 Goals 2006 Goals 2006 Results 2005 Goals 2005 Results 2004 Goals 2004 Results Net Worth February 10 984,687, 14,331 January 10 970,356, 452 End of 2009 969,905, 259,662 in 2009 End of 2008 710,243, 185,155 in 2008 End of 2007 895,398, 264,167 in 2007 End of 2006 631,251, 230,704 in 2006 End of 2005 400,548, 205,026 in 2005 End of 2004 195,522, 62,938 in 2004 End of 2003 132,584, 53,617 in 2003 Best Online Banking 1.40 APY from CapitalOne InterestPlus Online Savings Account 1.10 APY with no minimal balance only

  • Christmas Gift from the Capitol Hill: the Alternative Minimum Tax Patch and Mortgage Forgiveness Debt Relief

    Updated: 2012-04-30 14:09:22
    : : My Personal Finance Journey Personal finance observation , musing and decisions in a journey toward financial independence by 2020 with at least 3 . million Home About The Journey Is 1M Enough Beyond Financial Independence Disclaimer 2008 09 Results 2008 Goals 2007 Results 2007 Goals 2006 Goals 2006 Results 2005 Goals 2005 Results 2004 Goals 2004 Results Net Worth February 10 984,687, 14,331 January 10 970,356, 452 End of 2009 969,905, 259,662 in 2009 End of 2008 710,243, 185,155 in 2008 End of 2007 895,398, 264,167 in 2007 End of 2006 631,251, 230,704 in 2006 End of 2005 400,548, 205,026 in 2005 End of 2004 195,522, 62,938 in 2004 End of 2003 132,584, 53,617 in 2003 Best Online Banking 1.40 APY from CapitalOne InterestPlus Online Savings Account 1.10 APY with no minimal balance only

  • Merry Christmas!!!

    Updated: 2012-04-30 14:09:22
    : My Personal Finance Journey Personal finance observation , musing and decisions in a journey toward financial independence by 2020 with at least 3 . million Home About The Journey Is 1M Enough Beyond Financial Independence Disclaimer 2008 09 Results 2008 Goals 2007 Results 2007 Goals 2006 Goals 2006 Results 2005 Goals 2005 Results 2004 Goals 2004 Results Net Worth February 10 984,687, 14,331 January 10 970,356, 452 End of 2009 969,905, 259,662 in 2009 End of 2008 710,243, 185,155 in 2008 End of 2007 895,398, 264,167 in 2007 End of 2006 631,251, 230,704 in 2006 End of 2005 400,548, 205,026 in 2005 End of 2004 195,522, 62,938 in 2004 End of 2003 132,584, 53,617 in 2003 Best Online Banking 1.40 APY from CapitalOne InterestPlus Online Savings Account 1.10 APY with no minimal balance only

  • Is Exchange Traded Notes (ETN) Dead?

    Updated: 2012-04-30 14:09:22
    : My Personal Finance Journey Personal finance observation , musing and decisions in a journey toward financial independence by 2020 with at least 3 . million Home About The Journey Is 1M Enough Beyond Financial Independence Disclaimer 2008 09 Results 2008 Goals 2007 Results 2007 Goals 2006 Goals 2006 Results 2005 Goals 2005 Results 2004 Goals 2004 Results Net Worth February 10 984,687, 14,331 January 10 970,356, 452 End of 2009 969,905, 259,662 in 2009 End of 2008 710,243, 185,155 in 2008 End of 2007 895,398, 264,167 in 2007 End of 2006 631,251, 230,704 in 2006 End of 2005 400,548, 205,026 in 2005 End of 2004 195,522, 62,938 in 2004 End of 2003 132,584, 53,617 in 2003 Best Online Banking 1.40 APY from CapitalOne InterestPlus Online Savings Account 1.10 APY with no minimal balance only

  • How to Capture Tax Loss at Year-End Properly?

    Updated: 2012-04-30 14:09:22
    : My Personal Finance Journey Personal finance observation , musing and decisions in a journey toward financial independence by 2020 with at least 3 . million Home About The Journey Is 1M Enough Beyond Financial Independence Disclaimer 2008 09 Results 2008 Goals 2007 Results 2007 Goals 2006 Goals 2006 Results 2005 Goals 2005 Results 2004 Goals 2004 Results Net Worth February 10 984,687, 14,331 January 10 970,356, 452 End of 2009 969,905, 259,662 in 2009 End of 2008 710,243, 185,155 in 2008 End of 2007 895,398, 264,167 in 2007 End of 2006 631,251, 230,704 in 2006 End of 2005 400,548, 205,026 in 2005 End of 2004 195,522, 62,938 in 2004 End of 2003 132,584, 53,617 in 2003 Best Online Banking 1.40 APY from CapitalOne InterestPlus Online Savings Account 1.10 APY with no minimal balance only

  • When You May Wish For A Lower Credit Score

    Updated: 2012-04-30 14:09:22
    : My Personal Finance Journey Personal finance observation , musing and decisions in a journey toward financial independence by 2020 with at least 3 . million Home About The Journey Is 1M Enough Beyond Financial Independence Disclaimer 2008 09 Results 2008 Goals 2007 Results 2007 Goals 2006 Goals 2006 Results 2005 Goals 2005 Results 2004 Goals 2004 Results Net Worth February 10 984,687, 14,331 January 10 970,356, 452 End of 2009 969,905, 259,662 in 2009 End of 2008 710,243, 185,155 in 2008 End of 2007 895,398, 264,167 in 2007 End of 2006 631,251, 230,704 in 2006 End of 2005 400,548, 205,026 in 2005 End of 2004 195,522, 62,938 in 2004 End of 2003 132,584, 53,617 in 2003 Best Online Banking 1.40 APY from CapitalOne InterestPlus Online Savings Account 1.10 APY with no minimal balance only

  • National Home Price Continues Its Dive

    Updated: 2012-04-30 14:09:22
    : My Personal Finance Journey Personal finance observation , musing and decisions in a journey toward financial independence by 2020 with at least 3 . million Home About The Journey Is 1M Enough Beyond Financial Independence Disclaimer 2008 09 Results 2008 Goals 2007 Results 2007 Goals 2006 Goals 2006 Results 2005 Goals 2005 Results 2004 Goals 2004 Results Net Worth February 10 984,687, 14,331 January 10 970,356, 452 End of 2009 969,905, 259,662 in 2009 End of 2008 710,243, 185,155 in 2008 End of 2007 895,398, 264,167 in 2007 End of 2006 631,251, 230,704 in 2006 End of 2005 400,548, 205,026 in 2005 End of 2004 195,522, 62,938 in 2004 End of 2003 132,584, 53,617 in 2003 Best Online Banking 1.40 APY from CapitalOne InterestPlus Online Savings Account 1.10 APY with no minimal balance only

  • How Accurate Are My Predictions of 2007? Part 3: On Expense and Closing Comments

    Updated: 2012-04-30 14:09:22
    : : My Personal Finance Journey Personal finance observation , musing and decisions in a journey toward financial independence by 2020 with at least 3 . million Home About The Journey Is 1M Enough Beyond Financial Independence Disclaimer 2008 09 Results 2008 Goals 2007 Results 2007 Goals 2006 Goals 2006 Results 2005 Goals 2005 Results 2004 Goals 2004 Results Net Worth February 10 984,687, 14,331 January 10 970,356, 452 End of 2009 969,905, 259,662 in 2009 End of 2008 710,243, 185,155 in 2008 End of 2007 895,398, 264,167 in 2007 End of 2006 631,251, 230,704 in 2006 End of 2005 400,548, 205,026 in 2005 End of 2004 195,522, 62,938 in 2004 End of 2003 132,584, 53,617 in 2003 Best Online Banking 1.40 APY from CapitalOne InterestPlus Online Savings Account 1.10 APY with no minimal balance only

  • Postcard from China: Things That Are Considerably More Expensive Here

    Updated: 2012-04-30 14:09:22
    : : My Personal Finance Journey Personal finance observation , musing and decisions in a journey toward financial independence by 2020 with at least 3 . million Home About The Journey Is 1M Enough Beyond Financial Independence Disclaimer 2008 09 Results 2008 Goals 2007 Results 2007 Goals 2006 Goals 2006 Results 2005 Goals 2005 Results 2004 Goals 2004 Results Net Worth February 10 984,687, 14,331 January 10 970,356, 452 End of 2009 969,905, 259,662 in 2009 End of 2008 710,243, 185,155 in 2008 End of 2007 895,398, 264,167 in 2007 End of 2006 631,251, 230,704 in 2006 End of 2005 400,548, 205,026 in 2005 End of 2004 195,522, 62,938 in 2004 End of 2003 132,584, 53,617 in 2003 Best Online Banking 1.40 APY from CapitalOne InterestPlus Online Savings Account 1.10 APY with no minimal balance only

  • Financial Plan 2008, Part 3: Spending and Tax

    Updated: 2012-04-30 14:09:22
    : : My Personal Finance Journey Personal finance observation , musing and decisions in a journey toward financial independence by 2020 with at least 3 . million Home About The Journey Is 1M Enough Beyond Financial Independence Disclaimer 2008 09 Results 2008 Goals 2007 Results 2007 Goals 2006 Goals 2006 Results 2005 Goals 2005 Results 2004 Goals 2004 Results Net Worth February 10 984,687, 14,331 January 10 970,356, 452 End of 2009 969,905, 259,662 in 2009 End of 2008 710,243, 185,155 in 2008 End of 2007 895,398, 264,167 in 2007 End of 2006 631,251, 230,704 in 2006 End of 2005 400,548, 205,026 in 2005 End of 2004 195,522, 62,938 in 2004 End of 2003 132,584, 53,617 in 2003 Best Online Banking 1.40 APY from CapitalOne InterestPlus Online Savings Account 1.10 APY with no minimal balance only

  • How to Play the Dollar/Yuan Carry Trade

    Updated: 2012-04-30 14:09:22
    : My Personal Finance Journey Personal finance observation , musing and decisions in a journey toward financial independence by 2020 with at least 3 . million Home About The Journey Is 1M Enough Beyond Financial Independence Disclaimer 2008 09 Results 2008 Goals 2007 Results 2007 Goals 2006 Goals 2006 Results 2005 Goals 2005 Results 2004 Goals 2004 Results Net Worth February 10 984,687, 14,331 January 10 970,356, 452 End of 2009 969,905, 259,662 in 2009 End of 2008 710,243, 185,155 in 2008 End of 2007 895,398, 264,167 in 2007 End of 2006 631,251, 230,704 in 2006 End of 2005 400,548, 205,026 in 2005 End of 2004 195,522, 62,938 in 2004 End of 2003 132,584, 53,617 in 2003 Best Online Banking 1.40 APY from CapitalOne InterestPlus Online Savings Account 1.10 APY with no minimal balance only

  • Portfolio Review 2008, Part 1: Where Is The Alpha?

    Updated: 2012-04-30 14:09:22
    : : My Personal Finance Journey Personal finance observation , musing and decisions in a journey toward financial independence by 2020 with at least 3 . million Home About The Journey Is 1M Enough Beyond Financial Independence Disclaimer 2008 09 Results 2008 Goals 2007 Results 2007 Goals 2006 Goals 2006 Results 2005 Goals 2005 Results 2004 Goals 2004 Results Net Worth February 10 984,687, 14,331 January 10 970,356, 452 End of 2009 969,905, 259,662 in 2009 End of 2008 710,243, 185,155 in 2008 End of 2007 895,398, 264,167 in 2007 End of 2006 631,251, 230,704 in 2006 End of 2005 400,548, 205,026 in 2005 End of 2004 195,522, 62,938 in 2004 End of 2003 132,584, 53,617 in 2003 Best Online Banking 1.40 APY from CapitalOne InterestPlus Online Savings Account 1.10 APY with no minimal balance only

  • Portfolio Update - March 2008 (Down 1.37%)

    Updated: 2012-04-30 14:09:22
    : My Personal Finance Journey Personal finance observation , musing and decisions in a journey toward financial independence by 2020 with at least 3 . million Home About The Journey Is 1M Enough Beyond Financial Independence Disclaimer 2008 09 Results 2008 Goals 2007 Results 2007 Goals 2006 Goals 2006 Results 2005 Goals 2005 Results 2004 Goals 2004 Results Net Worth February 10 984,687, 14,331 January 10 970,356, 452 End of 2009 969,905, 259,662 in 2009 End of 2008 710,243, 185,155 in 2008 End of 2007 895,398, 264,167 in 2007 End of 2006 631,251, 230,704 in 2006 End of 2005 400,548, 205,026 in 2005 End of 2004 195,522, 62,938 in 2004 End of 2003 132,584, 53,617 in 2003 Best Online Banking 1.40 APY from CapitalOne InterestPlus Online Savings Account 1.10 APY with no minimal balance only

  • Shiller vs. Siegel

    Updated: 2012-04-30 14:09:22
    . : My Personal Finance Journey Personal finance observation , musing and decisions in a journey toward financial independence by 2020 with at least 3 . million Home About The Journey Is 1M Enough Beyond Financial Independence Disclaimer 2008 09 Results 2008 Goals 2007 Results 2007 Goals 2006 Goals 2006 Results 2005 Goals 2005 Results 2004 Goals 2004 Results Net Worth February 10 984,687, 14,331 January 10 970,356, 452 End of 2009 969,905, 259,662 in 2009 End of 2008 710,243, 185,155 in 2008 End of 2007 895,398, 264,167 in 2007 End of 2006 631,251, 230,704 in 2006 End of 2005 400,548, 205,026 in 2005 End of 2004 195,522, 62,938 in 2004 End of 2003 132,584, 53,617 in 2003 Best Online Banking 1.40 APY from CapitalOne InterestPlus Online Savings Account 1.10 APY with no minimal balance only

  • 2007 Net Worth Growth Goal vs. Result (and Brief Annual Income Statement)

    Updated: 2012-04-30 14:09:22
    . : My Personal Finance Journey Personal finance observation , musing and decisions in a journey toward financial independence by 2020 with at least 3 . million Home About The Journey Is 1M Enough Beyond Financial Independence Disclaimer 2008 09 Results 2008 Goals 2007 Results 2007 Goals 2006 Goals 2006 Results 2005 Goals 2005 Results 2004 Goals 2004 Results Net Worth February 10 984,687, 14,331 January 10 970,356, 452 End of 2009 969,905, 259,662 in 2009 End of 2008 710,243, 185,155 in 2008 End of 2007 895,398, 264,167 in 2007 End of 2006 631,251, 230,704 in 2006 End of 2005 400,548, 205,026 in 2005 End of 2004 195,522, 62,938 in 2004 End of 2003 132,584, 53,617 in 2003 Best Online Banking 1.40 APY from CapitalOne InterestPlus Online Savings Account 1.10 APY with no minimal balance only

  • BofA Put an End to Overdraft Fee

    Updated: 2012-04-30 14:09:22
    : My Personal Finance Journey Personal finance observation , musing and decisions in a journey toward financial independence by 2020 with at least 3 . million Home About The Journey Is 1M Enough Beyond Financial Independence Disclaimer 2008 09 Results 2008 Goals 2007 Results 2007 Goals 2006 Goals 2006 Results 2005 Goals 2005 Results 2004 Goals 2004 Results Net Worth February 10 984,687, 14,331 January 10 970,356, 452 End of 2009 969,905, 259,662 in 2009 End of 2008 710,243, 185,155 in 2008 End of 2007 895,398, 264,167 in 2007 End of 2006 631,251, 230,704 in 2006 End of 2005 400,548, 205,026 in 2005 End of 2004 195,522, 62,938 in 2004 End of 2003 132,584, 53,617 in 2003 Best Online Banking 1.40 APY from CapitalOne InterestPlus Online Savings Account 1.10 APY with no minimal balance only

  • Monthly Update - September 2010 ($1,067,889, +$47,223)

    Updated: 2012-04-30 14:09:22
    : My Personal Finance Journey Personal finance observation , musing and decisions in a journey toward financial independence by 2020 with at least 3 . million Home About The Journey Is 1M Enough Beyond Financial Independence Disclaimer 2008 09 Results 2008 Goals 2007 Results 2007 Goals 2006 Goals 2006 Results 2005 Goals 2005 Results 2004 Goals 2004 Results Net Worth February 10 984,687, 14,331 January 10 970,356, 452 End of 2009 969,905, 259,662 in 2009 End of 2008 710,243, 185,155 in 2008 End of 2007 895,398, 264,167 in 2007 End of 2006 631,251, 230,704 in 2006 End of 2005 400,548, 205,026 in 2005 End of 2004 195,522, 62,938 in 2004 End of 2003 132,584, 53,617 in 2003 Best Online Banking 1.40 APY from CapitalOne InterestPlus Online Savings Account 1.10 APY with no minimal balance only

  • How Americans Invest in 401(k)

    Updated: 2012-04-30 14:09:22
    : My Personal Finance Journey Personal finance observation , musing and decisions in a journey toward financial independence by 2020 with at least 3 . million Home About The Journey Is 1M Enough Beyond Financial Independence Disclaimer 2008 09 Results 2008 Goals 2007 Results 2007 Goals 2006 Goals 2006 Results 2005 Goals 2005 Results 2004 Goals 2004 Results Net Worth February 10 984,687, 14,331 January 10 970,356, 452 End of 2009 969,905, 259,662 in 2009 End of 2008 710,243, 185,155 in 2008 End of 2007 895,398, 264,167 in 2007 End of 2006 631,251, 230,704 in 2006 End of 2005 400,548, 205,026 in 2005 End of 2004 195,522, 62,938 in 2004 End of 2003 132,584, 53,617 in 2003 Best Online Banking 1.40 APY from CapitalOne InterestPlus Online Savings Account 1.10 APY with no minimal balance only

  • Monthly Update - April 2010 ($1,011,016, +$6,626)

    Updated: 2012-04-30 14:09:22
    : My Personal Finance Journey Personal finance observation , musing and decisions in a journey toward financial independence by 2020 with at least 3 . million Home About The Journey Is 1M Enough Beyond Financial Independence Disclaimer 2008 09 Results 2008 Goals 2007 Results 2007 Goals 2006 Goals 2006 Results 2005 Goals 2005 Results 2004 Goals 2004 Results Net Worth February 10 984,687, 14,331 January 10 970,356, 452 End of 2009 969,905, 259,662 in 2009 End of 2008 710,243, 185,155 in 2008 End of 2007 895,398, 264,167 in 2007 End of 2006 631,251, 230,704 in 2006 End of 2005 400,548, 205,026 in 2005 End of 2004 195,522, 62,938 in 2004 End of 2003 132,584, 53,617 in 2003 Best Online Banking 1.40 APY from CapitalOne InterestPlus Online Savings Account 1.10 APY with no minimal balance only

  • Monthly Update - December 2010 ($1,122,367, +$37,499)

    Updated: 2012-04-30 14:09:22
    : My Personal Finance Journey Personal finance observation , musing and decisions in a journey toward financial independence by 2020 with at least 3 . million Home About The Journey Is 1M Enough Beyond Financial Independence Disclaimer 2008 09 Results 2008 Goals 2007 Results 2007 Goals 2006 Goals 2006 Results 2005 Goals 2005 Results 2004 Goals 2004 Results Net Worth February 10 984,687, 14,331 January 10 970,356, 452 End of 2009 969,905, 259,662 in 2009 End of 2008 710,243, 185,155 in 2008 End of 2007 895,398, 264,167 in 2007 End of 2006 631,251, 230,704 in 2006 End of 2005 400,548, 205,026 in 2005 End of 2004 195,522, 62,938 in 2004 End of 2003 132,584, 53,617 in 2003 Best Online Banking 1.40 APY from CapitalOne InterestPlus Online Savings Account 1.10 APY with no minimal balance only

  • Supercharge Your Frequent Flier Mileage Account by Applying for Co-Branded Credit Card

    Updated: 2012-04-30 14:09:22
    : My Personal Finance Journey Personal finance observation , musing and decisions in a journey toward financial independence by 2020 with at least 3 . million Home About The Journey Is 1M Enough Beyond Financial Independence Disclaimer 2008 09 Results 2008 Goals 2007 Results 2007 Goals 2006 Goals 2006 Results 2005 Goals 2005 Results 2004 Goals 2004 Results Net Worth February 10 984,687, 14,331 January 10 970,356, 452 End of 2009 969,905, 259,662 in 2009 End of 2008 710,243, 185,155 in 2008 End of 2007 895,398, 264,167 in 2007 End of 2006 631,251, 230,704 in 2006 End of 2005 400,548, 205,026 in 2005 End of 2004 195,522, 62,938 in 2004 End of 2003 132,584, 53,617 in 2003 Best Online Banking 1.40 APY from CapitalOne InterestPlus Online Savings Account 1.10 APY with no minimal balance only

  • Monthly Update - January 2010 ($970,356, +$452)

    Updated: 2012-04-30 14:09:22
    : My Personal Finance Journey Personal finance observation , musing and decisions in a journey toward financial independence by 2020 with at least 3 . million Home About The Journey Is 1M Enough Beyond Financial Independence Disclaimer 2008 09 Results 2008 Goals 2007 Results 2007 Goals 2006 Goals 2006 Results 2005 Goals 2005 Results 2004 Goals 2004 Results Net Worth February 10 984,687, 14,331 January 10 970,356, 452 End of 2009 969,905, 259,662 in 2009 End of 2008 710,243, 185,155 in 2008 End of 2007 895,398, 264,167 in 2007 End of 2006 631,251, 230,704 in 2006 End of 2005 400,548, 205,026 in 2005 End of 2004 195,522, 62,938 in 2004 End of 2003 132,584, 53,617 in 2003 Best Online Banking 1.40 APY from CapitalOne InterestPlus Online Savings Account 1.10 APY with no minimal balance only

  • Berkshire Hathaway Completed 50-for-1 Split

    Updated: 2012-04-30 14:09:22
    : My Personal Finance Journey Personal finance observation , musing and decisions in a journey toward financial independence by 2020 with at least 3 . million Home About The Journey Is 1M Enough Beyond Financial Independence Disclaimer 2008 09 Results 2008 Goals 2007 Results 2007 Goals 2006 Goals 2006 Results 2005 Goals 2005 Results 2004 Goals 2004 Results Net Worth February 10 984,687, 14,331 January 10 970,356, 452 End of 2009 969,905, 259,662 in 2009 End of 2008 710,243, 185,155 in 2008 End of 2007 895,398, 264,167 in 2007 End of 2006 631,251, 230,704 in 2006 End of 2005 400,548, 205,026 in 2005 End of 2004 195,522, 62,938 in 2004 End of 2003 132,584, 53,617 in 2003 Best Online Banking 1.40 APY from CapitalOne InterestPlus Online Savings Account 1.10 APY with no minimal balance only

  • 2011 Year-End Update ($1,212,450)

    Updated: 2012-04-30 14:09:22
    : My Personal Finance Journey Personal finance observation , musing and decisions in a journey toward financial independence by 2020 with at least 3 . million Home About The Journey Is 1M Enough Beyond Financial Independence Disclaimer 2008 09 Results 2008 Goals 2007 Results 2007 Goals 2006 Goals 2006 Results 2005 Goals 2005 Results 2004 Goals 2004 Results Net Worth February 10 984,687, 14,331 January 10 970,356, 452 End of 2009 969,905, 259,662 in 2009 End of 2008 710,243, 185,155 in 2008 End of 2007 895,398, 264,167 in 2007 End of 2006 631,251, 230,704 in 2006 End of 2005 400,548, 205,026 in 2005 End of 2004 195,522, 62,938 in 2004 End of 2003 132,584, 53,617 in 2003 Best Online Banking 1.40 APY from CapitalOne InterestPlus Online Savings Account 1.10 APY with no minimal balance only

  • What Is the White House Worth In the Market?

    Updated: 2012-04-30 14:09:22
    : My Personal Finance Journey Personal finance observation , musing and decisions in a journey toward financial independence by 2020 with at least 3 . million Home About The Journey Is 1M Enough Beyond Financial Independence Disclaimer 2008 09 Results 2008 Goals 2007 Results 2007 Goals 2006 Goals 2006 Results 2005 Goals 2005 Results 2004 Goals 2004 Results Net Worth February 10 984,687, 14,331 January 10 970,356, 452 End of 2009 969,905, 259,662 in 2009 End of 2008 710,243, 185,155 in 2008 End of 2007 895,398, 264,167 in 2007 End of 2006 631,251, 230,704 in 2006 End of 2005 400,548, 205,026 in 2005 End of 2004 195,522, 62,938 in 2004 End of 2003 132,584, 53,617 in 2003 Best Online Banking 1.40 APY from CapitalOne InterestPlus Online Savings Account 1.10 APY with no minimal balance only

  • Income Tax Law Changes in 2010

    Updated: 2012-04-30 14:09:22
    : My Personal Finance Journey Personal finance observation , musing and decisions in a journey toward financial independence by 2020 with at least 3 . million Home About The Journey Is 1M Enough Beyond Financial Independence Disclaimer 2008 09 Results 2008 Goals 2007 Results 2007 Goals 2006 Goals 2006 Results 2005 Goals 2005 Results 2004 Goals 2004 Results Net Worth February 10 984,687, 14,331 January 10 970,356, 452 End of 2009 969,905, 259,662 in 2009 End of 2008 710,243, 185,155 in 2008 End of 2007 895,398, 264,167 in 2007 End of 2006 631,251, 230,704 in 2006 End of 2005 400,548, 205,026 in 2005 End of 2004 195,522, 62,938 in 2004 End of 2003 132,584, 53,617 in 2003 Best Online Banking 1.40 APY from CapitalOne InterestPlus Online Savings Account 1.10 APY with no minimal balance only

  • Writing Option to Improve Option Value

    Updated: 2012-04-30 14:09:22
    : My Personal Finance Journey Personal finance observation , musing and decisions in a journey toward financial independence by 2020 with at least 3 . million Home About The Journey Is 1M Enough Beyond Financial Independence Disclaimer 2008 09 Results 2008 Goals 2007 Results 2007 Goals 2006 Goals 2006 Results 2005 Goals 2005 Results 2004 Goals 2004 Results Net Worth February 10 984,687, 14,331 January 10 970,356, 452 End of 2009 969,905, 259,662 in 2009 End of 2008 710,243, 185,155 in 2008 End of 2007 895,398, 264,167 in 2007 End of 2006 631,251, 230,704 in 2006 End of 2005 400,548, 205,026 in 2005 End of 2004 195,522, 62,938 in 2004 End of 2003 132,584, 53,617 in 2003 Best Online Banking 1.40 APY from CapitalOne InterestPlus Online Savings Account 1.10 APY with no minimal balance only

  • Monthly Update - January 2010 ($1,127,273, +$4,906)

    Updated: 2012-04-30 14:09:22
    : My Personal Finance Journey Personal finance observation , musing and decisions in a journey toward financial independence by 2020 with at least 3 . million Home About The Journey Is 1M Enough Beyond Financial Independence Disclaimer 2008 09 Results 2008 Goals 2007 Results 2007 Goals 2006 Goals 2006 Results 2005 Goals 2005 Results 2004 Goals 2004 Results Net Worth February 10 984,687, 14,331 January 10 970,356, 452 End of 2009 969,905, 259,662 in 2009 End of 2008 710,243, 185,155 in 2008 End of 2007 895,398, 264,167 in 2007 End of 2006 631,251, 230,704 in 2006 End of 2005 400,548, 205,026 in 2005 End of 2004 195,522, 62,938 in 2004 End of 2003 132,584, 53,617 in 2003 Best Online Banking 1.40 APY from CapitalOne InterestPlus Online Savings Account 1.10 APY with no minimal balance only

  • Monthly Update - October/November 2010 ($1,084,868)

    Updated: 2012-04-30 14:09:22
    : My Personal Finance Journey Personal finance observation , musing and decisions in a journey toward financial independence by 2020 with at least 3 . million Home About The Journey Is 1M Enough Beyond Financial Independence Disclaimer 2008 09 Results 2008 Goals 2007 Results 2007 Goals 2006 Goals 2006 Results 2005 Goals 2005 Results 2004 Goals 2004 Results Net Worth February 10 984,687, 14,331 January 10 970,356, 452 End of 2009 969,905, 259,662 in 2009 End of 2008 710,243, 185,155 in 2008 End of 2007 895,398, 264,167 in 2007 End of 2006 631,251, 230,704 in 2006 End of 2005 400,548, 205,026 in 2005 End of 2004 195,522, 62,938 in 2004 End of 2003 132,584, 53,617 in 2003 Best Online Banking 1.40 APY from CapitalOne InterestPlus Online Savings Account 1.10 APY with no minimal balance only

  • Monthly Update - May 2008 ($885,297, +$12,932)

    Updated: 2012-04-30 14:09:22
    : My Personal Finance Journey Personal finance observation , musing and decisions in a journey toward financial independence by 2020 with at least 3 . million Home About The Journey Is 1M Enough Beyond Financial Independence Disclaimer 2008 09 Results 2008 Goals 2007 Results 2007 Goals 2006 Goals 2006 Results 2005 Goals 2005 Results 2004 Goals 2004 Results Net Worth February 10 984,687, 14,331 January 10 970,356, 452 End of 2009 969,905, 259,662 in 2009 End of 2008 710,243, 185,155 in 2008 End of 2007 895,398, 264,167 in 2007 End of 2006 631,251, 230,704 in 2006 End of 2005 400,548, 205,026 in 2005 End of 2004 195,522, 62,938 in 2004 End of 2003 132,584, 53,617 in 2003 Best Online Banking 1.40 APY from CapitalOne InterestPlus Online Savings Account 1.10 APY with no minimal balance only

  • Monthly Update - March 2011 ($1,149,008, +$2,362)

    Updated: 2012-04-30 14:09:22
    : My Personal Finance Journey Personal finance observation , musing and decisions in a journey toward financial independence by 2020 with at least 3 . million Home About The Journey Is 1M Enough Beyond Financial Independence Disclaimer 2008 09 Results 2008 Goals 2007 Results 2007 Goals 2006 Goals 2006 Results 2005 Goals 2005 Results 2004 Goals 2004 Results Net Worth February 10 984,687, 14,331 January 10 970,356, 452 End of 2009 969,905, 259,662 in 2009 End of 2008 710,243, 185,155 in 2008 End of 2007 895,398, 264,167 in 2007 End of 2006 631,251, 230,704 in 2006 End of 2005 400,548, 205,026 in 2005 End of 2004 195,522, 62,938 in 2004 End of 2003 132,584, 53,617 in 2003 Best Online Banking 1.40 APY from CapitalOne InterestPlus Online Savings Account 1.10 APY with no minimal balance only

  • Maximizing Stock Option Value: The Tax Consequences

    Updated: 2012-04-30 14:09:22
    : : My Personal Finance Journey Personal finance observation , musing and decisions in a journey toward financial independence by 2020 with at least 3 . million Home About The Journey Is 1M Enough Beyond Financial Independence Disclaimer 2008 09 Results 2008 Goals 2007 Results 2007 Goals 2006 Goals 2006 Results 2005 Goals 2005 Results 2004 Goals 2004 Results Net Worth February 10 984,687, 14,331 January 10 970,356, 452 End of 2009 969,905, 259,662 in 2009 End of 2008 710,243, 185,155 in 2008 End of 2007 895,398, 264,167 in 2007 End of 2006 631,251, 230,704 in 2006 End of 2005 400,548, 205,026 in 2005 End of 2004 195,522, 62,938 in 2004 End of 2003 132,584, 53,617 in 2003 Best Online Banking 1.40 APY from CapitalOne InterestPlus Online Savings Account 1.10 APY with no minimal balance only

  • Monthly Update - December 2007 ($895,398, +$19,549)

    Updated: 2012-04-30 14:09:22
    : My Personal Finance Journey Personal finance observation , musing and decisions in a journey toward financial independence by 2020 with at least 3 . million Home About The Journey Is 1M Enough Beyond Financial Independence Disclaimer 2008 09 Results 2008 Goals 2007 Results 2007 Goals 2006 Goals 2006 Results 2005 Goals 2005 Results 2004 Goals 2004 Results Net Worth February 10 984,687, 14,331 January 10 970,356, 452 End of 2009 969,905, 259,662 in 2009 End of 2008 710,243, 185,155 in 2008 End of 2007 895,398, 264,167 in 2007 End of 2006 631,251, 230,704 in 2006 End of 2005 400,548, 205,026 in 2005 End of 2004 195,522, 62,938 in 2004 End of 2003 132,584, 53,617 in 2003 Best Online Banking 1.40 APY from CapitalOne InterestPlus Online Savings Account 1.10 APY with no minimal balance only

  • Bye Bye 2008

    Updated: 2012-04-30 14:09:22
    : My Personal Finance Journey Personal finance observation , musing and decisions in a journey toward financial independence by 2020 with at least 3 . million Home About The Journey Is 1M Enough Beyond Financial Independence Disclaimer 2008 09 Results 2008 Goals 2007 Results 2007 Goals 2006 Goals 2006 Results 2005 Goals 2005 Results 2004 Goals 2004 Results Net Worth February 10 984,687, 14,331 January 10 970,356, 452 End of 2009 969,905, 259,662 in 2009 End of 2008 710,243, 185,155 in 2008 End of 2007 895,398, 264,167 in 2007 End of 2006 631,251, 230,704 in 2006 End of 2005 400,548, 205,026 in 2005 End of 2004 195,522, 62,938 in 2004 End of 2003 132,584, 53,617 in 2003 Best Online Banking 1.40 APY from CapitalOne InterestPlus Online Savings Account 1.10 APY with no minimal balance only

  • Finally, A Million!

    Updated: 2012-04-30 14:09:22
    , : My Personal Finance Journey Personal finance observation , musing and decisions in a journey toward financial independence by 2020 with at least 3 . million Home About The Journey Is 1M Enough Beyond Financial Independence Disclaimer 2008 09 Results 2008 Goals 2007 Results 2007 Goals 2006 Goals 2006 Results 2005 Goals 2005 Results 2004 Goals 2004 Results Net Worth February 10 984,687, 14,331 January 10 970,356, 452 End of 2009 969,905, 259,662 in 2009 End of 2008 710,243, 185,155 in 2008 End of 2007 895,398, 264,167 in 2007 End of 2006 631,251, 230,704 in 2006 End of 2005 400,548, 205,026 in 2005 End of 2004 195,522, 62,938 in 2004 End of 2003 132,584, 53,617 in 2003 Best Online Banking 1.40 APY from CapitalOne InterestPlus Online Savings Account 1.10 APY with no minimal balance only

  • Portfolio Update - December 2007 (Down 0.52%)

    Updated: 2012-04-30 14:09:22
    : My Personal Finance Journey Personal finance observation , musing and decisions in a journey toward financial independence by 2020 with at least 3 . million Home About The Journey Is 1M Enough Beyond Financial Independence Disclaimer 2008 09 Results 2008 Goals 2007 Results 2007 Goals 2006 Goals 2006 Results 2005 Goals 2005 Results 2004 Goals 2004 Results Net Worth February 10 984,687, 14,331 January 10 970,356, 452 End of 2009 969,905, 259,662 in 2009 End of 2008 710,243, 185,155 in 2008 End of 2007 895,398, 264,167 in 2007 End of 2006 631,251, 230,704 in 2006 End of 2005 400,548, 205,026 in 2005 End of 2004 195,522, 62,938 in 2004 End of 2003 132,584, 53,617 in 2003 Best Online Banking 1.40 APY from CapitalOne InterestPlus Online Savings Account 1.10 APY with no minimal balance only

  • Portfolio Update - January 2008 (Down 3.02%)

    Updated: 2012-04-30 14:09:22
    : My Personal Finance Journey Personal finance observation , musing and decisions in a journey toward financial independence by 2020 with at least 3 . million Home About The Journey Is 1M Enough Beyond Financial Independence Disclaimer 2008 09 Results 2008 Goals 2007 Results 2007 Goals 2006 Goals 2006 Results 2005 Goals 2005 Results 2004 Goals 2004 Results Net Worth February 10 984,687, 14,331 January 10 970,356, 452 End of 2009 969,905, 259,662 in 2009 End of 2008 710,243, 185,155 in 2008 End of 2007 895,398, 264,167 in 2007 End of 2006 631,251, 230,704 in 2006 End of 2005 400,548, 205,026 in 2005 End of 2004 195,522, 62,938 in 2004 End of 2003 132,584, 53,617 in 2003 Best Online Banking 1.40 APY from CapitalOne InterestPlus Online Savings Account 1.10 APY with no minimal balance only

  • Annual Update 2008 ($808,333)

    Updated: 2012-04-30 14:09:22
    : My Personal Finance Journey Personal finance observation , musing and decisions in a journey toward financial independence by 2020 with at least 3 . million Home About The Journey Is 1M Enough Beyond Financial Independence Disclaimer 2008 09 Results 2008 Goals 2007 Results 2007 Goals 2006 Goals 2006 Results 2005 Goals 2005 Results 2004 Goals 2004 Results Net Worth February 10 984,687, 14,331 January 10 970,356, 452 End of 2009 969,905, 259,662 in 2009 End of 2008 710,243, 185,155 in 2008 End of 2007 895,398, 264,167 in 2007 End of 2006 631,251, 230,704 in 2006 End of 2005 400,548, 205,026 in 2005 End of 2004 195,522, 62,938 in 2004 End of 2003 132,584, 53,617 in 2003 Best Online Banking 1.40 APY from CapitalOne InterestPlus Online Savings Account 1.10 APY with no minimal balance only

  • 100 Best Companies to Work For (2009 Edition)

    Updated: 2012-04-30 14:09:22
    : My Personal Finance Journey Personal finance observation , musing and decisions in a journey toward financial independence by 2020 with at least 3 . million Home About The Journey Is 1M Enough Beyond Financial Independence Disclaimer 2008 09 Results 2008 Goals 2007 Results 2007 Goals 2006 Goals 2006 Results 2005 Goals 2005 Results 2004 Goals 2004 Results Net Worth February 10 984,687, 14,331 January 10 970,356, 452 End of 2009 969,905, 259,662 in 2009 End of 2008 710,243, 185,155 in 2008 End of 2007 895,398, 264,167 in 2007 End of 2006 631,251, 230,704 in 2006 End of 2005 400,548, 205,026 in 2005 End of 2004 195,522, 62,938 in 2004 End of 2003 132,584, 53,617 in 2003 Best Online Banking 1.40 APY from CapitalOne InterestPlus Online Savings Account 1.10 APY with no minimal balance only

  • Monthly Update - April 2008 ($872,365, +$39,068)

    Updated: 2012-04-30 14:09:22
    : My Personal Finance Journey Personal finance observation , musing and decisions in a journey toward financial independence by 2020 with at least 3 . million Home About The Journey Is 1M Enough Beyond Financial Independence Disclaimer 2008 09 Results 2008 Goals 2007 Results 2007 Goals 2006 Goals 2006 Results 2005 Goals 2005 Results 2004 Goals 2004 Results Net Worth February 10 984,687, 14,331 January 10 970,356, 452 End of 2009 969,905, 259,662 in 2009 End of 2008 710,243, 185,155 in 2008 End of 2007 895,398, 264,167 in 2007 End of 2006 631,251, 230,704 in 2006 End of 2005 400,548, 205,026 in 2005 End of 2004 195,522, 62,938 in 2004 End of 2003 132,584, 53,617 in 2003 Best Online Banking 1.40 APY from CapitalOne InterestPlus Online Savings Account 1.10 APY with no minimal balance only

  • Courtesy Overdraft: A Courtesy Service or A Profit Center?

    Updated: 2012-04-30 14:09:22
    : : My Personal Finance Journey Personal finance observation , musing and decisions in a journey toward financial independence by 2020 with at least 3 . million Home About The Journey Is 1M Enough Beyond Financial Independence Disclaimer 2008 09 Results 2008 Goals 2007 Results 2007 Goals 2006 Goals 2006 Results 2005 Goals 2005 Results 2004 Goals 2004 Results Net Worth February 10 984,687, 14,331 January 10 970,356, 452 End of 2009 969,905, 259,662 in 2009 End of 2008 710,243, 185,155 in 2008 End of 2007 895,398, 264,167 in 2007 End of 2006 631,251, 230,704 in 2006 End of 2005 400,548, 205,026 in 2005 End of 2004 195,522, 62,938 in 2004 End of 2003 132,584, 53,617 in 2003 Best Online Banking 1.40 APY from CapitalOne InterestPlus Online Savings Account 1.10 APY with no minimal balance only

  • Monthly Update - June 2010 ($961,214, -$4,421)

    Updated: 2012-04-30 14:09:22
    : My Personal Finance Journey Personal finance observation , musing and decisions in a journey toward financial independence by 2020 with at least 3 . million Home About The Journey Is 1M Enough Beyond Financial Independence Disclaimer 2008 09 Results 2008 Goals 2007 Results 2007 Goals 2006 Goals 2006 Results 2005 Goals 2005 Results 2004 Goals 2004 Results Net Worth February 10 984,687, 14,331 January 10 970,356, 452 End of 2009 969,905, 259,662 in 2009 End of 2008 710,243, 185,155 in 2008 End of 2007 895,398, 264,167 in 2007 End of 2006 631,251, 230,704 in 2006 End of 2005 400,548, 205,026 in 2005 End of 2004 195,522, 62,938 in 2004 End of 2003 132,584, 53,617 in 2003 Best Online Banking 1.40 APY from CapitalOne InterestPlus Online Savings Account 1.10 APY with no minimal balance only

  • Investment Plan 2009, Part 1: The Macroeconomic Assessments

    Updated: 2012-04-30 14:09:22
    : : My Personal Finance Journey Personal finance observation , musing and decisions in a journey toward financial independence by 2020 with at least 3 . million Home About The Journey Is 1M Enough Beyond Financial Independence Disclaimer 2008 09 Results 2008 Goals 2007 Results 2007 Goals 2006 Goals 2006 Results 2005 Goals 2005 Results 2004 Goals 2004 Results Net Worth February 10 984,687, 14,331 January 10 970,356, 452 End of 2009 969,905, 259,662 in 2009 End of 2008 710,243, 185,155 in 2008 End of 2007 895,398, 264,167 in 2007 End of 2006 631,251, 230,704 in 2006 End of 2005 400,548, 205,026 in 2005 End of 2004 195,522, 62,938 in 2004 End of 2003 132,584, 53,617 in 2003 Best Online Banking 1.40 APY from CapitalOne InterestPlus Online Savings Account 1.10 APY with no minimal balance only

  • A $215 Refund

    Updated: 2012-04-30 14:09:22
    : My Personal Finance Journey Personal finance observation , musing and decisions in a journey toward financial independence by 2020 with at least 3 . million Home About The Journey Is 1M Enough Beyond Financial Independence Disclaimer 2008 09 Results 2008 Goals 2007 Results 2007 Goals 2006 Goals 2006 Results 2005 Goals 2005 Results 2004 Goals 2004 Results Net Worth February 10 984,687, 14,331 January 10 970,356, 452 End of 2009 969,905, 259,662 in 2009 End of 2008 710,243, 185,155 in 2008 End of 2007 895,398, 264,167 in 2007 End of 2006 631,251, 230,704 in 2006 End of 2005 400,548, 205,026 in 2005 End of 2004 195,522, 62,938 in 2004 End of 2003 132,584, 53,617 in 2003 Best Online Banking 1.40 APY from CapitalOne InterestPlus Online Savings Account 1.10 APY with no minimal balance only

  • Portfolio Review 2008: The Introduction

    Updated: 2012-04-30 14:09:22
    : : My Personal Finance Journey Personal finance observation , musing and decisions in a journey toward financial independence by 2020 with at least 3 . million Home About The Journey Is 1M Enough Beyond Financial Independence Disclaimer 2008 09 Results 2008 Goals 2007 Results 2007 Goals 2006 Goals 2006 Results 2005 Goals 2005 Results 2004 Goals 2004 Results Net Worth February 10 984,687, 14,331 January 10 970,356, 452 End of 2009 969,905, 259,662 in 2009 End of 2008 710,243, 185,155 in 2008 End of 2007 895,398, 264,167 in 2007 End of 2006 631,251, 230,704 in 2006 End of 2005 400,548, 205,026 in 2005 End of 2004 195,522, 62,938 in 2004 End of 2003 132,584, 53,617 in 2003 Best Online Banking 1.40 APY from CapitalOne InterestPlus Online Savings Account 1.10 APY with no minimal balance only

  • Monthly Update - January 2008 ($852,608, -$42,790)

    Updated: 2012-04-30 14:09:22
    : My Personal Finance Journey Personal finance observation , musing and decisions in a journey toward financial independence by 2020 with at least 3 . million Home About The Journey Is 1M Enough Beyond Financial Independence Disclaimer 2008 09 Results 2008 Goals 2007 Results 2007 Goals 2006 Goals 2006 Results 2005 Goals 2005 Results 2004 Goals 2004 Results Net Worth February 10 984,687, 14,331 January 10 970,356, 452 End of 2009 969,905, 259,662 in 2009 End of 2008 710,243, 185,155 in 2008 End of 2007 895,398, 264,167 in 2007 End of 2006 631,251, 230,704 in 2006 End of 2005 400,548, 205,026 in 2005 End of 2004 195,522, 62,938 in 2004 End of 2003 132,584, 53,617 in 2003 Best Online Banking 1.40 APY from CapitalOne InterestPlus Online Savings Account 1.10 APY with no minimal balance only

  • Portfolio Update - May 2008 (Up 0.12%)

    Updated: 2012-04-30 14:09:22
    : My Personal Finance Journey Personal finance observation , musing and decisions in a journey toward financial independence by 2020 with at least 3 . million Home About The Journey Is 1M Enough Beyond Financial Independence Disclaimer 2008 09 Results 2008 Goals 2007 Results 2007 Goals 2006 Goals 2006 Results 2005 Goals 2005 Results 2004 Goals 2004 Results Net Worth February 10 984,687, 14,331 January 10 970,356, 452 End of 2009 969,905, 259,662 in 2009 End of 2008 710,243, 185,155 in 2008 End of 2007 895,398, 264,167 in 2007 End of 2006 631,251, 230,704 in 2006 End of 2005 400,548, 205,026 in 2005 End of 2004 195,522, 62,938 in 2004 End of 2003 132,584, 53,617 in 2003 Best Online Banking 1.40 APY from CapitalOne InterestPlus Online Savings Account 1.10 APY with no minimal balance only

  • Fidelity Offers $7.95 Commission and Free ETF Trades

    Updated: 2012-04-30 14:09:22
    : My Personal Finance Journey Personal finance observation , musing and decisions in a journey toward financial independence by 2020 with at least 3 . million Home About The Journey Is 1M Enough Beyond Financial Independence Disclaimer 2008 09 Results 2008 Goals 2007 Results 2007 Goals 2006 Goals 2006 Results 2005 Goals 2005 Results 2004 Goals 2004 Results Net Worth February 10 984,687, 14,331 January 10 970,356, 452 End of 2009 969,905, 259,662 in 2009 End of 2008 710,243, 185,155 in 2008 End of 2007 895,398, 264,167 in 2007 End of 2006 631,251, 230,704 in 2006 End of 2005 400,548, 205,026 in 2005 End of 2004 195,522, 62,938 in 2004 End of 2003 132,584, 53,617 in 2003 Best Online Banking 1.40 APY from CapitalOne InterestPlus Online Savings Account 1.10 APY with no minimal balance only

  • How Much Are Credit Card Issuers Charging Merchants?

    Updated: 2012-04-30 14:09:22
    : My Personal Finance Journey Personal finance observation , musing and decisions in a journey toward financial independence by 2020 with at least 3 . million Home About The Journey Is 1M Enough Beyond Financial Independence Disclaimer 2008 09 Results 2008 Goals 2007 Results 2007 Goals 2006 Goals 2006 Results 2005 Goals 2005 Results 2004 Goals 2004 Results Net Worth February 10 984,687, 14,331 January 10 970,356, 452 End of 2009 969,905, 259,662 in 2009 End of 2008 710,243, 185,155 in 2008 End of 2007 895,398, 264,167 in 2007 End of 2006 631,251, 230,704 in 2006 End of 2005 400,548, 205,026 in 2005 End of 2004 195,522, 62,938 in 2004 End of 2003 132,584, 53,617 in 2003 Best Online Banking 1.40 APY from CapitalOne InterestPlus Online Savings Account 1.10 APY with no minimal balance only

  • Monthly Update - May 2010 ($965,329, -$45,686)

    Updated: 2012-04-30 14:09:22
    : My Personal Finance Journey Personal finance observation , musing and decisions in a journey toward financial independence by 2020 with at least 3 . million Home About The Journey Is 1M Enough Beyond Financial Independence Disclaimer 2008 09 Results 2008 Goals 2007 Results 2007 Goals 2006 Goals 2006 Results 2005 Goals 2005 Results 2004 Goals 2004 Results Net Worth February 10 984,687, 14,331 January 10 970,356, 452 End of 2009 969,905, 259,662 in 2009 End of 2008 710,243, 185,155 in 2008 End of 2007 895,398, 264,167 in 2007 End of 2006 631,251, 230,704 in 2006 End of 2005 400,548, 205,026 in 2005 End of 2004 195,522, 62,938 in 2004 End of 2003 132,584, 53,617 in 2003 Best Online Banking 1.40 APY from CapitalOne InterestPlus Online Savings Account 1.10 APY with no minimal balance only

  • The Unfamiliar Names Among The World's Five Richest People

    Updated: 2012-04-30 14:09:22
    : My Personal Finance Journey Personal finance observation , musing and decisions in a journey toward financial independence by 2020 with at least 3 . million Home About The Journey Is 1M Enough Beyond Financial Independence Disclaimer 2008 09 Results 2008 Goals 2007 Results 2007 Goals 2006 Goals 2006 Results 2005 Goals 2005 Results 2004 Goals 2004 Results Net Worth February 10 984,687, 14,331 January 10 970,356, 452 End of 2009 969,905, 259,662 in 2009 End of 2008 710,243, 185,155 in 2008 End of 2007 895,398, 264,167 in 2007 End of 2006 631,251, 230,704 in 2006 End of 2005 400,548, 205,026 in 2005 End of 2004 195,522, 62,938 in 2004 End of 2003 132,584, 53,617 in 2003 Best Online Banking 1.40 APY from CapitalOne InterestPlus Online Savings Account 1.10 APY with no minimal balance only

  • Best and Worst Performing Stock Markets of 2008

    Updated: 2012-04-30 14:09:22
    : My Personal Finance Journey Personal finance observation , musing and decisions in a journey toward financial independence by 2020 with at least 3 . million Home About The Journey Is 1M Enough Beyond Financial Independence Disclaimer 2008 09 Results 2008 Goals 2007 Results 2007 Goals 2006 Goals 2006 Results 2005 Goals 2005 Results 2004 Goals 2004 Results Net Worth February 10 984,687, 14,331 January 10 970,356, 452 End of 2009 969,905, 259,662 in 2009 End of 2008 710,243, 185,155 in 2008 End of 2007 895,398, 264,167 in 2007 End of 2006 631,251, 230,704 in 2006 End of 2005 400,548, 205,026 in 2005 End of 2004 195,522, 62,938 in 2004 End of 2003 132,584, 53,617 in 2003 Best Online Banking 1.40 APY from CapitalOne InterestPlus Online Savings Account 1.10 APY with no minimal balance only

  • Portfolio Update - April 2008 (Up 3.98%)

    Updated: 2012-04-30 14:09:22
    : My Personal Finance Journey Personal finance observation , musing and decisions in a journey toward financial independence by 2020 with at least 3 . million Home About The Journey Is 1M Enough Beyond Financial Independence Disclaimer 2008 09 Results 2008 Goals 2007 Results 2007 Goals 2006 Goals 2006 Results 2005 Goals 2005 Results 2004 Goals 2004 Results Net Worth February 10 984,687, 14,331 January 10 970,356, 452 End of 2009 969,905, 259,662 in 2009 End of 2008 710,243, 185,155 in 2008 End of 2007 895,398, 264,167 in 2007 End of 2006 631,251, 230,704 in 2006 End of 2005 400,548, 205,026 in 2005 End of 2004 195,522, 62,938 in 2004 End of 2003 132,584, 53,617 in 2003 Best Online Banking 1.40 APY from CapitalOne InterestPlus Online Savings Account 1.10 APY with no minimal balance only

  • 2008-2010: The Upcoming Golden Age for Investors in Low Tax Brackets

    Updated: 2012-04-30 14:09:22
    : : My Personal Finance Journey Personal finance observation , musing and decisions in a journey toward financial independence by 2020 with at least 3 . million Home About The Journey Is 1M Enough Beyond Financial Independence Disclaimer 2008 09 Results 2008 Goals 2007 Results 2007 Goals 2006 Goals 2006 Results 2005 Goals 2005 Results 2004 Goals 2004 Results Net Worth February 10 984,687, 14,331 January 10 970,356, 452 End of 2009 969,905, 259,662 in 2009 End of 2008 710,243, 185,155 in 2008 End of 2007 895,398, 264,167 in 2007 End of 2006 631,251, 230,704 in 2006 End of 2005 400,548, 205,026 in 2005 End of 2004 195,522, 62,938 in 2004 End of 2003 132,584, 53,617 in 2003 Best Online Banking 1.40 APY from CapitalOne InterestPlus Online Savings Account 1.10 APY with no minimal balance only

  • World's Richest Man: Carlos Slim Helu

    Updated: 2012-04-30 14:09:22
    : : My Personal Finance Journey Personal finance observation , musing and decisions in a journey toward financial independence by 2020 with at least 3 . million Home About The Journey Is 1M Enough Beyond Financial Independence Disclaimer 2008 09 Results 2008 Goals 2007 Results 2007 Goals 2006 Goals 2006 Results 2005 Goals 2005 Results 2004 Goals 2004 Results Net Worth February 10 984,687, 14,331 January 10 970,356, 452 End of 2009 969,905, 259,662 in 2009 End of 2008 710,243, 185,155 in 2008 End of 2007 895,398, 264,167 in 2007 End of 2006 631,251, 230,704 in 2006 End of 2005 400,548, 205,026 in 2005 End of 2004 195,522, 62,938 in 2004 End of 2003 132,584, 53,617 in 2003 Best Online Banking 1.40 APY from CapitalOne InterestPlus Online Savings Account 1.10 APY with no minimal balance only

  • Net Worth Trend: '07-'09

    Updated: 2012-04-30 14:09:22
    : : My Personal Finance Journey Personal finance observation , musing and decisions in a journey toward financial independence by 2020 with at least 3 . million Home About The Journey Is 1M Enough Beyond Financial Independence Disclaimer 2008 09 Results 2008 Goals 2007 Results 2007 Goals 2006 Goals 2006 Results 2005 Goals 2005 Results 2004 Goals 2004 Results Net Worth February 10 984,687, 14,331 January 10 970,356, 452 End of 2009 969,905, 259,662 in 2009 End of 2008 710,243, 185,155 in 2008 End of 2007 895,398, 264,167 in 2007 End of 2006 631,251, 230,704 in 2006 End of 2005 400,548, 205,026 in 2005 End of 2004 195,522, 62,938 in 2004 End of 2003 132,584, 53,617 in 2003 Best Online Banking 1.40 APY from CapitalOne InterestPlus Online Savings Account 1.10 APY with no minimal balance only

  • Portfolio Update - February (Down 2.78%)

    Updated: 2012-04-30 14:09:22
    : My Personal Finance Journey Personal finance observation , musing and decisions in a journey toward financial independence by 2020 with at least 3 . million Home About The Journey Is 1M Enough Beyond Financial Independence Disclaimer 2008 09 Results 2008 Goals 2007 Results 2007 Goals 2006 Goals 2006 Results 2005 Goals 2005 Results 2004 Goals 2004 Results Net Worth February 10 984,687, 14,331 January 10 970,356, 452 End of 2009 969,905, 259,662 in 2009 End of 2008 710,243, 185,155 in 2008 End of 2007 895,398, 264,167 in 2007 End of 2006 631,251, 230,704 in 2006 End of 2005 400,548, 205,026 in 2005 End of 2004 195,522, 62,938 in 2004 End of 2003 132,584, 53,617 in 2003 Best Online Banking 1.40 APY from CapitalOne InterestPlus Online Savings Account 1.10 APY with no minimal balance only

  • Monthly Update - January 2009 ($796,679, -$11,654)

    Updated: 2012-04-30 14:09:22
    : My Personal Finance Journey Personal finance observation , musing and decisions in a journey toward financial independence by 2020 with at least 3 . million Home About The Journey Is 1M Enough Beyond Financial Independence Disclaimer 2008 09 Results 2008 Goals 2007 Results 2007 Goals 2006 Goals 2006 Results 2005 Goals 2005 Results 2004 Goals 2004 Results Net Worth February 10 984,687, 14,331 January 10 970,356, 452 End of 2009 969,905, 259,662 in 2009 End of 2008 710,243, 185,155 in 2008 End of 2007 895,398, 264,167 in 2007 End of 2006 631,251, 230,704 in 2006 End of 2005 400,548, 205,026 in 2005 End of 2004 195,522, 62,938 in 2004 End of 2003 132,584, 53,617 in 2003 Best Online Banking 1.40 APY from CapitalOne InterestPlus Online Savings Account 1.10 APY with no minimal balance only

  • What You Should Know About 2008 Individual Income Tax Returns

    Updated: 2012-04-30 14:09:22
    : My Personal Finance Journey Personal finance observation , musing and decisions in a journey toward financial independence by 2020 with at least 3 . million Home About The Journey Is 1M Enough Beyond Financial Independence Disclaimer 2008 09 Results 2008 Goals 2007 Results 2007 Goals 2006 Goals 2006 Results 2005 Goals 2005 Results 2004 Goals 2004 Results Net Worth February 10 984,687, 14,331 January 10 970,356, 452 End of 2009 969,905, 259,662 in 2009 End of 2008 710,243, 185,155 in 2008 End of 2007 895,398, 264,167 in 2007 End of 2006 631,251, 230,704 in 2006 End of 2005 400,548, 205,026 in 2005 End of 2004 195,522, 62,938 in 2004 End of 2003 132,584, 53,617 in 2003 Best Online Banking 1.40 APY from CapitalOne InterestPlus Online Savings Account 1.10 APY with no minimal balance only

  • Monthly Update - February 2010 ($984,687, +$14,331)

    Updated: 2012-04-30 14:09:22
    : My Personal Finance Journey Personal finance observation , musing and decisions in a journey toward financial independence by 2020 with at least 3 . million Home About The Journey Is 1M Enough Beyond Financial Independence Disclaimer 2008 09 Results 2008 Goals 2007 Results 2007 Goals 2006 Goals 2006 Results 2005 Goals 2005 Results 2004 Goals 2004 Results Net Worth February 10 984,687, 14,331 January 10 970,356, 452 End of 2009 969,905, 259,662 in 2009 End of 2008 710,243, 185,155 in 2008 End of 2007 895,398, 264,167 in 2007 End of 2006 631,251, 230,704 in 2006 End of 2005 400,548, 205,026 in 2005 End of 2004 195,522, 62,938 in 2004 End of 2003 132,584, 53,617 in 2003 Best Online Banking 1.40 APY from CapitalOne InterestPlus Online Savings Account 1.10 APY with no minimal balance only

  • 2008 Financial Goals

    Updated: 2012-04-30 14:09:22
    : My Personal Finance Journey Personal finance observation , musing and decisions in a journey toward financial independence by 2020 with at least 3 . million Home About The Journey Is 1M Enough Beyond Financial Independence Disclaimer 2008 09 Results 2008 Goals 2007 Results 2007 Goals 2006 Goals 2006 Results 2005 Goals 2005 Results 2004 Goals 2004 Results Net Worth February 10 984,687, 14,331 January 10 970,356, 452 End of 2009 969,905, 259,662 in 2009 End of 2008 710,243, 185,155 in 2008 End of 2007 895,398, 264,167 in 2007 End of 2006 631,251, 230,704 in 2006 End of 2005 400,548, 205,026 in 2005 End of 2004 195,522, 62,938 in 2004 End of 2003 132,584, 53,617 in 2003 Best Online Banking 1.40 APY from CapitalOne InterestPlus Online Savings Account 1.10 APY with no minimal balance only

  • 1-Year and 10-Year Mutual Fund Performance Figures Skewed

    Updated: 2012-04-30 14:09:22
    : My Personal Finance Journey Personal finance observation , musing and decisions in a journey toward financial independence by 2020 with at least 3 . million Home About The Journey Is 1M Enough Beyond Financial Independence Disclaimer 2008 09 Results 2008 Goals 2007 Results 2007 Goals 2006 Goals 2006 Results 2005 Goals 2005 Results 2004 Goals 2004 Results Net Worth February 10 984,687, 14,331 January 10 970,356, 452 End of 2009 969,905, 259,662 in 2009 End of 2008 710,243, 185,155 in 2008 End of 2007 895,398, 264,167 in 2007 End of 2006 631,251, 230,704 in 2006 End of 2005 400,548, 205,026 in 2005 End of 2004 195,522, 62,938 in 2004 End of 2003 132,584, 53,617 in 2003 Best Online Banking 1.40 APY from CapitalOne InterestPlus Online Savings Account 1.10 APY with no minimal balance only

  • Monthly Update - February 2008 ($827,321, -$25,287)

    Updated: 2012-04-30 14:09:22
    : My Personal Finance Journey Personal finance observation , musing and decisions in a journey toward financial independence by 2020 with at least 3 . million Home About The Journey Is 1M Enough Beyond Financial Independence Disclaimer 2008 09 Results 2008 Goals 2007 Results 2007 Goals 2006 Goals 2006 Results 2005 Goals 2005 Results 2004 Goals 2004 Results Net Worth February 10 984,687, 14,331 January 10 970,356, 452 End of 2009 969,905, 259,662 in 2009 End of 2008 710,243, 185,155 in 2008 End of 2007 895,398, 264,167 in 2007 End of 2006 631,251, 230,704 in 2006 End of 2005 400,548, 205,026 in 2005 End of 2004 195,522, 62,938 in 2004 End of 2003 132,584, 53,617 in 2003 Best Online Banking 1.40 APY from CapitalOne InterestPlus Online Savings Account 1.10 APY with no minimal balance only

  • The $1M Goal Revisited: Should I Take Risk?

    Updated: 2012-04-30 14:09:22
    : : My Personal Finance Journey Personal finance observation , musing and decisions in a journey toward financial independence by 2020 with at least 3 . million Home About The Journey Is 1M Enough Beyond Financial Independence Disclaimer 2008 09 Results 2008 Goals 2007 Results 2007 Goals 2006 Goals 2006 Results 2005 Goals 2005 Results 2004 Goals 2004 Results Net Worth February 10 984,687, 14,331 January 10 970,356, 452 End of 2009 969,905, 259,662 in 2009 End of 2008 710,243, 185,155 in 2008 End of 2007 895,398, 264,167 in 2007 End of 2006 631,251, 230,704 in 2006 End of 2005 400,548, 205,026 in 2005 End of 2004 195,522, 62,938 in 2004 End of 2003 132,584, 53,617 in 2003 Best Online Banking 1.40 APY from CapitalOne InterestPlus Online Savings Account 1.10 APY with no minimal balance only

  • A Price Hike from Citi and One Less Customer

    Updated: 2012-04-30 14:09:22
    : My Personal Finance Journey Personal finance observation , musing and decisions in a journey toward financial independence by 2020 with at least 3 . million Home About The Journey Is 1M Enough Beyond Financial Independence Disclaimer 2008 09 Results 2008 Goals 2007 Results 2007 Goals 2006 Goals 2006 Results 2005 Goals 2005 Results 2004 Goals 2004 Results Net Worth February 10 984,687, 14,331 January 10 970,356, 452 End of 2009 969,905, 259,662 in 2009 End of 2008 710,243, 185,155 in 2008 End of 2007 895,398, 264,167 in 2007 End of 2006 631,251, 230,704 in 2006 End of 2005 400,548, 205,026 in 2005 End of 2004 195,522, 62,938 in 2004 End of 2003 132,584, 53,617 in 2003 Best Online Banking 1.40 APY from CapitalOne InterestPlus Online Savings Account 1.10 APY with no minimal balance only

  • Maximizing the Value of Expiring Employee Stock Options

    Updated: 2012-04-30 14:09:22
    : My Personal Finance Journey Personal finance observation , musing and decisions in a journey toward financial independence by 2020 with at least 3 . million Home About The Journey Is 1M Enough Beyond Financial Independence Disclaimer 2008 09 Results 2008 Goals 2007 Results 2007 Goals 2006 Goals 2006 Results 2005 Goals 2005 Results 2004 Goals 2004 Results Net Worth February 10 984,687, 14,331 January 10 970,356, 452 End of 2009 969,905, 259,662 in 2009 End of 2008 710,243, 185,155 in 2008 End of 2007 895,398, 264,167 in 2007 End of 2006 631,251, 230,704 in 2006 End of 2005 400,548, 205,026 in 2005 End of 2004 195,522, 62,938 in 2004 End of 2003 132,584, 53,617 in 2003 Best Online Banking 1.40 APY from CapitalOne InterestPlus Online Savings Account 1.10 APY with no minimal balance only

  • What's My Total Investment Cost in 2007?

    Updated: 2012-04-30 14:09:22
    : My Personal Finance Journey Personal finance observation , musing and decisions in a journey toward financial independence by 2020 with at least 3 . million Home About The Journey Is 1M Enough Beyond Financial Independence Disclaimer 2008 09 Results 2008 Goals 2007 Results 2007 Goals 2006 Goals 2006 Results 2005 Goals 2005 Results 2004 Goals 2004 Results Net Worth February 10 984,687, 14,331 January 10 970,356, 452 End of 2009 969,905, 259,662 in 2009 End of 2008 710,243, 185,155 in 2008 End of 2007 895,398, 264,167 in 2007 End of 2006 631,251, 230,704 in 2006 End of 2005 400,548, 205,026 in 2005 End of 2004 195,522, 62,938 in 2004 End of 2003 132,584, 53,617 in 2003 Best Online Banking 1.40 APY from CapitalOne InterestPlus Online Savings Account 1.10 APY with no minimal balance only

  • Morningstar Announced Fund Managers of the Year 2009

    Updated: 2012-04-30 14:09:22
    : My Personal Finance Journey Personal finance observation , musing and decisions in a journey toward financial independence by 2020 with at least 3 . million Home About The Journey Is 1M Enough Beyond Financial Independence Disclaimer 2008 09 Results 2008 Goals 2007 Results 2007 Goals 2006 Goals 2006 Results 2005 Goals 2005 Results 2004 Goals 2004 Results Net Worth February 10 984,687, 14,331 January 10 970,356, 452 End of 2009 969,905, 259,662 in 2009 End of 2008 710,243, 185,155 in 2008 End of 2007 895,398, 264,167 in 2007 End of 2006 631,251, 230,704 in 2006 End of 2005 400,548, 205,026 in 2005 End of 2004 195,522, 62,938 in 2004 End of 2003 132,584, 53,617 in 2003 Best Online Banking 1.40 APY from CapitalOne InterestPlus Online Savings Account 1.10 APY with no minimal balance only

  • Free Credit Score for Everyone

    Updated: 2012-04-30 14:09:22
    : My Personal Finance Journey Personal finance observation , musing and decisions in a journey toward financial independence by 2020 with at least 3 . million Home About The Journey Is 1M Enough Beyond Financial Independence Disclaimer 2008 09 Results 2008 Goals 2007 Results 2007 Goals 2006 Goals 2006 Results 2005 Goals 2005 Results 2004 Goals 2004 Results Net Worth February 10 984,687, 14,331 January 10 970,356, 452 End of 2009 969,905, 259,662 in 2009 End of 2008 710,243, 185,155 in 2008 End of 2007 895,398, 264,167 in 2007 End of 2006 631,251, 230,704 in 2006 End of 2005 400,548, 205,026 in 2005 End of 2004 195,522, 62,938 in 2004 End of 2003 132,584, 53,617 in 2003 Best Online Banking 1.40 APY from CapitalOne InterestPlus Online Savings Account 1.10 APY with no minimal balance only

  • Decade of Progress

    Updated: 2012-04-30 14:09:22
    : My Personal Finance Journey Personal finance observation , musing and decisions in a journey toward financial independence by 2020 with at least 3 . million Home About The Journey Is 1M Enough Beyond Financial Independence Disclaimer 2008 09 Results 2008 Goals 2007 Results 2007 Goals 2006 Goals 2006 Results 2005 Goals 2005 Results 2004 Goals 2004 Results Net Worth February 10 984,687, 14,331 January 10 970,356, 452 End of 2009 969,905, 259,662 in 2009 End of 2008 710,243, 185,155 in 2008 End of 2007 895,398, 264,167 in 2007 End of 2006 631,251, 230,704 in 2006 End of 2005 400,548, 205,026 in 2005 End of 2004 195,522, 62,938 in 2004 End of 2003 132,584, 53,617 in 2003 Best Online Banking 1.40 APY from CapitalOne InterestPlus Online Savings Account 1.10 APY with no minimal balance only

  • Monthly Update - August 2010 ($1,020,665, +$34,678)

    Updated: 2012-04-30 14:09:22
    : My Personal Finance Journey Personal finance observation , musing and decisions in a journey toward financial independence by 2020 with at least 3 . million Home About The Journey Is 1M Enough Beyond Financial Independence Disclaimer 2008 09 Results 2008 Goals 2007 Results 2007 Goals 2006 Goals 2006 Results 2005 Goals 2005 Results 2004 Goals 2004 Results Net Worth February 10 984,687, 14,331 January 10 970,356, 452 End of 2009 969,905, 259,662 in 2009 End of 2008 710,243, 185,155 in 2008 End of 2007 895,398, 264,167 in 2007 End of 2006 631,251, 230,704 in 2006 End of 2005 400,548, 205,026 in 2005 End of 2004 195,522, 62,938 in 2004 End of 2003 132,584, 53,617 in 2003 Best Online Banking 1.40 APY from CapitalOne InterestPlus Online Savings Account 1.10 APY with no minimal balance only

  • Monthly Update - March 2008 ($833,298, +$5,976)

    Updated: 2012-04-30 14:09:22
    : My Personal Finance Journey Personal finance observation , musing and decisions in a journey toward financial independence by 2020 with at least 3 . million Home About The Journey Is 1M Enough Beyond Financial Independence Disclaimer 2008 09 Results 2008 Goals 2007 Results 2007 Goals 2006 Goals 2006 Results 2005 Goals 2005 Results 2004 Goals 2004 Results Net Worth February 10 984,687, 14,331 January 10 970,356, 452 End of 2009 969,905, 259,662 in 2009 End of 2008 710,243, 185,155 in 2008 End of 2007 895,398, 264,167 in 2007 End of 2006 631,251, 230,704 in 2006 End of 2005 400,548, 205,026 in 2005 End of 2004 195,522, 62,938 in 2004 End of 2003 132,584, 53,617 in 2003 Best Online Banking 1.40 APY from CapitalOne InterestPlus Online Savings Account 1.10 APY with no minimal balance only

  • Warren Buffett's 2009 Annual Letters to Berkshire Shareholders

    Updated: 2012-04-30 14:09:22
    : My Personal Finance Journey Personal finance observation , musing and decisions in a journey toward financial independence by 2020 with at least 3 . million Home About The Journey Is 1M Enough Beyond Financial Independence Disclaimer 2008 09 Results 2008 Goals 2007 Results 2007 Goals 2006 Goals 2006 Results 2005 Goals 2005 Results 2004 Goals 2004 Results Net Worth February 10 984,687, 14,331 January 10 970,356, 452 End of 2009 969,905, 259,662 in 2009 End of 2008 710,243, 185,155 in 2008 End of 2007 895,398, 264,167 in 2007 End of 2006 631,251, 230,704 in 2006 End of 2005 400,548, 205,026 in 2005 End of 2004 195,522, 62,938 in 2004 End of 2003 132,584, 53,617 in 2003 Best Online Banking 1.40 APY from CapitalOne InterestPlus Online Savings Account 1.10 APY with no minimal balance only

  • Why Did I Sell All My Stock? (And Not)

    Updated: 2012-04-30 14:09:22
    : My Personal Finance Journey Personal finance observation , musing and decisions in a journey toward financial independence by 2020 with at least 3 . million Home About The Journey Is 1M Enough Beyond Financial Independence Disclaimer 2008 09 Results 2008 Goals 2007 Results 2007 Goals 2006 Goals 2006 Results 2005 Goals 2005 Results 2004 Goals 2004 Results Net Worth February 10 984,687, 14,331 January 10 970,356, 452 End of 2009 969,905, 259,662 in 2009 End of 2008 710,243, 185,155 in 2008 End of 2007 895,398, 264,167 in 2007 End of 2006 631,251, 230,704 in 2006 End of 2005 400,548, 205,026 in 2005 End of 2004 195,522, 62,938 in 2004 End of 2003 132,584, 53,617 in 2003 Best Online Banking 1.40 APY from CapitalOne InterestPlus Online Savings Account 1.10 APY with no minimal balance only

  • Losing 37% a Year for 10 Years Straight

    Updated: 2012-04-30 14:09:22
    : My Personal Finance Journey Personal finance observation , musing and decisions in a journey toward financial independence by 2020 with at least 3 . million Home About The Journey Is 1M Enough Beyond Financial Independence Disclaimer 2008 09 Results 2008 Goals 2007 Results 2007 Goals 2006 Goals 2006 Results 2005 Goals 2005 Results 2004 Goals 2004 Results Net Worth February 10 984,687, 14,331 January 10 970,356, 452 End of 2009 969,905, 259,662 in 2009 End of 2008 710,243, 185,155 in 2008 End of 2007 895,398, 264,167 in 2007 End of 2006 631,251, 230,704 in 2006 End of 2005 400,548, 205,026 in 2005 End of 2004 195,522, 62,938 in 2004 End of 2003 132,584, 53,617 in 2003 Best Online Banking 1.40 APY from CapitalOne InterestPlus Online Savings Account 1.10 APY with no minimal balance only

  • Invest Like Harvard and Yale

    Updated: 2012-04-30 14:09:22
    : My Personal Finance Journey Personal finance observation , musing and decisions in a journey toward financial independence by 2020 with at least 3 . million Home About The Journey Is 1M Enough Beyond Financial Independence Disclaimer 2008 09 Results 2008 Goals 2007 Results 2007 Goals 2006 Goals 2006 Results 2005 Goals 2005 Results 2004 Goals 2004 Results Net Worth February 10 984,687, 14,331 January 10 970,356, 452 End of 2009 969,905, 259,662 in 2009 End of 2008 710,243, 185,155 in 2008 End of 2007 895,398, 264,167 in 2007 End of 2006 631,251, 230,704 in 2006 End of 2005 400,548, 205,026 in 2005 End of 2004 195,522, 62,938 in 2004 End of 2003 132,584, 53,617 in 2003 Best Online Banking 1.40 APY from CapitalOne InterestPlus Online Savings Account 1.10 APY with no minimal balance only

  • How A Year Is Lost

    Updated: 2012-04-30 14:09:22
    : My Personal Finance Journey Personal finance observation , musing and decisions in a journey toward financial independence by 2020 with at least 3 . million Home About The Journey Is 1M Enough Beyond Financial Independence Disclaimer 2008 09 Results 2008 Goals 2007 Results 2007 Goals 2006 Goals 2006 Results 2005 Goals 2005 Results 2004 Goals 2004 Results Net Worth February 10 984,687, 14,331 January 10 970,356, 452 End of 2009 969,905, 259,662 in 2009 End of 2008 710,243, 185,155 in 2008 End of 2007 895,398, 264,167 in 2007 End of 2006 631,251, 230,704 in 2006 End of 2005 400,548, 205,026 in 2005 End of 2004 195,522, 62,938 in 2004 End of 2003 132,584, 53,617 in 2003 Best Online Banking 1.40 APY from CapitalOne InterestPlus Online Savings Account 1.10 APY with no minimal balance only

  • Decade's Winners and Losers

    Updated: 2012-04-30 14:09:22
    : My Personal Finance Journey Personal finance observation , musing and decisions in a journey toward financial independence by 2020 with at least 3 . million Home About The Journey Is 1M Enough Beyond Financial Independence Disclaimer 2008 09 Results 2008 Goals 2007 Results 2007 Goals 2006 Goals 2006 Results 2005 Goals 2005 Results 2004 Goals 2004 Results Net Worth February 10 984,687, 14,331 January 10 970,356, 452 End of 2009 969,905, 259,662 in 2009 End of 2008 710,243, 185,155 in 2008 End of 2007 895,398, 264,167 in 2007 End of 2006 631,251, 230,704 in 2006 End of 2005 400,548, 205,026 in 2005 End of 2004 195,522, 62,938 in 2004 End of 2003 132,584, 53,617 in 2003 Best Online Banking 1.40 APY from CapitalOne InterestPlus Online Savings Account 1.10 APY with no minimal balance only

  • Monthly Update - February 2010 ($1,146,646, +$19,373)

    Updated: 2012-04-30 14:09:22
    : My Personal Finance Journey Personal finance observation , musing and decisions in a journey toward financial independence by 2020 with at least 3 . million Home About The Journey Is 1M Enough Beyond Financial Independence Disclaimer 2008 09 Results 2008 Goals 2007 Results 2007 Goals 2006 Goals 2006 Results 2005 Goals 2005 Results 2004 Goals 2004 Results Net Worth February 10 984,687, 14,331 January 10 970,356, 452 End of 2009 969,905, 259,662 in 2009 End of 2008 710,243, 185,155 in 2008 End of 2007 895,398, 264,167 in 2007 End of 2006 631,251, 230,704 in 2006 End of 2005 400,548, 205,026 in 2005 End of 2004 195,522, 62,938 in 2004 End of 2003 132,584, 53,617 in 2003 Best Online Banking 1.40 APY from CapitalOne InterestPlus Online Savings Account 1.10 APY with no minimal balance only

  • How Much Will You Marry For?

    Updated: 2012-04-30 14:09:22
    : My Personal Finance Journey Personal finance observation , musing and decisions in a journey toward financial independence by 2020 with at least 3 . million Home About The Journey Is 1M Enough Beyond Financial Independence Disclaimer 2008 09 Results 2008 Goals 2007 Results 2007 Goals 2006 Goals 2006 Results 2005 Goals 2005 Results 2004 Goals 2004 Results Net Worth February 10 984,687, 14,331 January 10 970,356, 452 End of 2009 969,905, 259,662 in 2009 End of 2008 710,243, 185,155 in 2008 End of 2007 895,398, 264,167 in 2007 End of 2006 631,251, 230,704 in 2006 End of 2005 400,548, 205,026 in 2005 End of 2004 195,522, 62,938 in 2004 End of 2003 132,584, 53,617 in 2003 Best Online Banking 1.40 APY from CapitalOne InterestPlus Online Savings Account 1.10 APY with no minimal balance only

  • Monthly Update - July 2010 ($985,987, +$24,773)

    Updated: 2012-04-30 14:09:22
    : My Personal Finance Journey Personal finance observation , musing and decisions in a journey toward financial independence by 2020 with at least 3 . million Home About The Journey Is 1M Enough Beyond Financial Independence Disclaimer 2008 09 Results 2008 Goals 2007 Results 2007 Goals 2006 Goals 2006 Results 2005 Goals 2005 Results 2004 Goals 2004 Results Net Worth February 10 984,687, 14,331 January 10 970,356, 452 End of 2009 969,905, 259,662 in 2009 End of 2008 710,243, 185,155 in 2008 End of 2007 895,398, 264,167 in 2007 End of 2006 631,251, 230,704 in 2006 End of 2005 400,548, 205,026 in 2005 End of 2004 195,522, 62,938 in 2004 End of 2003 132,584, 53,617 in 2003 Best Online Banking 1.40 APY from CapitalOne InterestPlus Online Savings Account 1.10 APY with no minimal balance only

  • Morningstar Fund Manager of the Year 2007

    Updated: 2012-04-30 14:09:22
    : My Personal Finance Journey Personal finance observation , musing and decisions in a journey toward financial independence by 2020 with at least 3 . million Home About The Journey Is 1M Enough Beyond Financial Independence Disclaimer 2008 09 Results 2008 Goals 2007 Results 2007 Goals 2006 Goals 2006 Results 2005 Goals 2005 Results 2004 Goals 2004 Results Net Worth February 10 984,687, 14,331 January 10 970,356, 452 End of 2009 969,905, 259,662 in 2009 End of 2008 710,243, 185,155 in 2008 End of 2007 895,398, 264,167 in 2007 End of 2006 631,251, 230,704 in 2006 End of 2005 400,548, 205,026 in 2005 End of 2004 195,522, 62,938 in 2004 End of 2003 132,584, 53,617 in 2003 Best Online Banking 1.40 APY from CapitalOne InterestPlus Online Savings Account 1.10 APY with no minimal balance only

  • Hunting for Health Insurance

    Updated: 2012-04-30 12:00:39
    I am sick. For the past ten days, I’ve been wrestling with a high fever, a cough, a persistent sore throat, and a general malaise that’s kicking my ass. Basically, I’m the sickest I’ve been in over a decade. (The last time I was this sick? The evening that The Fellowship of the Ring premiered. [...]

  • Travel for Pennies: How Rethinking International Travel Can Save You Money

    Updated: 2012-04-30 11:00:07
    Americans traditionally consider travel a luxury, reserved for retirement-aged people who are able to afford the time and cost involved in taking a proper vacation. We often think of traveling as a getaway, where all of our needs and wants are addressed by friendly hotel staff. The destination and local culture are often lost amongst mints on pillows, relaxing spa treatments, fancy dinners and elaborate shows.

  • When Should I Make Changes to My Homeowners Insurance?

    Updated: 2012-04-30 01:46:03
    The average price of new homes sold during March rose 8 percent from the previous month, which may suggest real estate prices have finally bottomed and begun rising. Does this mean the average homeowner should increase the amount their home is insured for? Read more to find out.

  • How to Get Your Biggest Savings From The Sun

    Updated: 2012-04-30 01:00:31
    Home About Contact Me Coupons MoneyNing A personal finance blog where we share insights on carefully saving money , investing , frugal living , coupons , promo codes because the little things matter in achieving financial freedom Frugal Living Investing 101 Money Management Beyond Money How to Get Your Biggest Savings From The Sun by Vincent King 1 comment Tweet Share Email Tweet Share Email Green is the new . black Buzzwords like green living , eco-friendly , and environmentally friendly” are everywhere . Sure , you’ve checked into those products already , but you might decide that these solutions are pricier than their toxic . counterparts Green homes are popping up everywhere . But it isn’t just trendy , it’s smart . Yet , being eco-friendly , while also saving money , can be tricky .

  • Reader Story: Escaping Poverty

    Updated: 2012-04-29 12:00:42
    This guest post from Karin is part of the “reader stories” feature at Get Rich Slowly. Some stories contain general advice; others are examples of how a GRS reader achieved financial success or failure. These stories feature folks with all levels of financial maturity and income. Want submit your own reader story? Here’s how. My [...]

  • Consumer Expert, Chris Elliott Answers Your Questions Live May 3 on Facebook

    Updated: 2012-04-28 19:57:06
    Do you have a question for the experts? Nationally-recognized consumer expert, Chris Elliott will be conducting a live Q&A session with MintLife readers on Mint.com’s Facebook page on Thursday, May 3,  at 11 AM PST/2PM EST. Take a few minutes from your lunch break to interact with the regular MintLife columnist and author of Scammed!  You’ll need ...

  • Infographic: Plastic Surgery is Giving the U.S. an Economic Lift

    Updated: 2012-04-27 22:01:48
    Despite a suffering economy, Americans are still spending big bucks on cosmetic procedures. This infographic explores which procedures are the most popular, as well as how where, what gender, and at what age they are having them done.

  • Friday Links

    Updated: 2012-04-27 10:00:12
    Home About Contact Archives In The Press Personal Finance Books Personal Finance Links Canadian Finance Carnival SUBSCRIBE AND FOLLOW 2122 Readers 8290 Followers 861 Fans Friday Links Written by Tom Drake 1 Comment Leave a comment Pin It This week Boomer and Echo discussed what big financial changes need to occur when you are Turning 50 : Some Things to . Consider If you’ve been wanting to save more money on your monthly budget , you’ll like this post by Million Dollar Journey that shows how to Cut the Cable : Watch TV for Less Have you been contemplating pension splitting This week the Retire Happy Blog shared Three Examples Where Pension Splitting Makes . Sense This week the Globe and Mail discussed a very interesting topic , Borrowing to Pay for the Wedding : A Proposal to . Decline

  • Recession-Proof Industries

    Updated: 2012-04-26 23:35:15
    Starting your own business can be a terrifying prospect, especially during a recession. Here is a list of some industries that seem to fare better than others during tough economic times.

  • The Anatomy of a Successful Purchase

    Updated: 2012-04-26 12:33:53
    The flipside to the misery of a failed transaction is the satisfaction of a successful one. Here are some tips to finding consumer success.

  • It’s Harder Than Ever to Get a Mortgage and It’s Only Going to Get Worse

    Updated: 2012-04-26 11:00:47
    It’s becoming clear that one of the largest casualties to the collapse of the housing bubble has been easy access to mortgages. A number of changes to lending procedures has and will be restricting the ability for new borrowers to qualify for a mortgage. For the generation of young adults now saddled with record student loan debt and unemployment, being unable to get loans to by a home might be the next shoe to dro

  • Tips for Smart Tax Refund Spending

    Updated: 2012-04-26 01:00:42
    Home About Contact Me Coupons MoneyNing A personal finance blog where we share insights on carefully saving money , investing , frugal living , coupons , promo codes because the little things matter in achieving financial freedom Frugal Living Investing 101 Money Management Beyond Money Tips for Smart Tax Refund Spending by Jamie Simmerman 7 comments Tweet Share Email Tweet Share Email Many of us look forward to tax season every year , at least we do after the pain of filing a tax return is over . From previous experience , we know that we are very likely to get a substantial amount of money back from our tax returns , and it’s like Christmas in April without the snow and credit card bills . But how do you keep from blowing your tax refund and instead put it to good use Here are a few tips

  • Be a Budget Traveler…in Your Own Town

    Updated: 2012-04-26 01:00:07
    This post is by staff writer April Dykman. When I’m planning a vacation, I usually pick up a copy of a “cheap and free” guidebook that lists inexpensive attractions and secret-gem restaurants. A couple of weeks ago, I was visiting my friend Frank, who is a recent transplant to the East coast, and he saw [...]

  • What to Do If You Filed Your Taxes Late

    Updated: 2012-04-25 21:24:45
    If April's tax deadline flew by before you had a chance to file your taxes, don't worry- you aren't alone. Here's what to do if you still haven't filed your taxes for last year.

  • Tips for Setting Up Your Homeschool

    Updated: 2012-04-25 17:25:32
    Homeschooling can be a gratifying experience for both the parent and child. One crucial element to homeschooling success is setting up a stimulating learning environment. Here are some tips to get you started.

  • 10 Tips to Save Money on Your Prescriptions

    Updated: 2012-04-25 01:00:28
    This is a guest post by Carol Parker, content manager at Drugsdb.com. Carol holds a Doctor of Pharmacy degree from Albany College of Pharmacy. These days, getting sick can be a costly business, especially for those who can’t afford medical insurance. Not only does a person have to worry about paying the consultation bill from [...]

  • Are You Planning for Your Retirement Lifestyle?

    Updated: 2012-04-24 10:00:38
    Home About Contact Archives In The Press Personal Finance Books Personal Finance Links Canadian Finance Carnival SUBSCRIBE AND FOLLOW 2149 Readers 8248 Followers 858 Fans Are You Planning for Your Retirement Lifestyle Written by Tom Drake 0 Comments Leave a comment Pin It When saving for retirement it’s easy to get caught up in the dollar figure you’re aiming for . If you are trying to build your nest egg , it’s only natural to consider how big it needs to be before retirement , or think about how much income you’re aiming for during retirement . What few people think about , though , is what they are going to do during retirement . All of that money you’ve saved up is going to be spent during retirement : What will you spend it on Deciding on a Retirement Lifestyle Determining how you

  • Finding Room for the Spontaneous

    Updated: 2012-04-24 01:00:51
    This post is by staff writer Tim Sullivan. This past Friday, I got an e-mail from my uncle letting me know the Sox were here in Seattle. Since leaving Chicago, it’s rare that I get to see my hometown sluggers, and it’s not an opportunity I would want to miss. But by the time I [...]

  • Why It Feels Like Inflation is Killing Your Budget

    Updated: 2012-04-24 01:00:11
    Home About Contact Me Coupons MoneyNing A personal finance blog where we share insights on carefully saving money , investing , frugal living , coupons , promo codes because the little things matter in achieving financial freedom Frugal Living Investing 101 Money Management Beyond Money Why It Feels Like Inflation is Killing Your Budget by Miranda Marquit 10 comments Tweet Share Email Tweet Share Email We’ve been hearing for a couple years now about how inflation is going to stay low for quite some time . While the economy might be growing at a slow pace , and while core inflation a measure of inflation that leaves out food and energy prices looks like it’s growing at a slow pace , the reality is that you , as a consumer , are likely to be feeling the . pinch Indeed , the current situation

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