Category: Managing Money
Managing MoneyIn the fall of 2023, when it became clear that we were nearing our first home purchase, I highlighted three purchases we were making as soon as we closed on the house. One of those items was locks — including the possibility of purchasing a smart lock. Well, sure enough, we decided to purchase the...
Managing MoneyLast month, I recommended that those seeking to accomplish a resolution in 2025 should look into canceling some of their subscriptions. In that post, I admitted that one big expense I was looking to cut but hadn't yet had the courage to was my YMCA membership. Well, friends, I can now say that I've managed...
Managing MoneyWould you ever buy a car online without even getting so much as a test drive? To some, such a proposition sounds crazy — but that's exactly what my wife and I did five years ago. After exploring options, securing financing, and arranging a trade-in via Carvana's website, we drove up to Kansas City to...
Managing MoneyFor most of my life, the bottom half of my body has been covered almost exclusively in denim. Specifically, except for the years when I had to wear a suit to work, I'd be seen in long jeans as I rarely ever wear shorts (although I did cave and wear some in Florida a couple...
Managing MoneyIt’s no secret that many Americans have a complicated relationship with banks. In many ways, they may just seem like a necessary evil people put up with for convenience's sake. As a result, consumers tend to grin and bear it with the various fees they’re charged on a monthly basis. However, when we talk about...
Managing MoneyEven as someone who doesn't drink, I've long been interested in the craft beer scene. Specifically, I was fascinated by how many different styles of beer there were and how each could be tweaked or redefined by various brewers. Meanwhile, as far as I knew, non-alcoholic beers were akin to decaf coffee — a pale...
Managing MoneyA few months ago, while visiting my wife's family in Ohio, I came across Go Brewing in the non-alcoholic beer section of a local grocery store. Upon trying their Not Just Another Story Double IPA (Now known as simply "The Story Double IPA"), I was blown away. When I got home, I looked to see...
Managing MoneyAre you thinking about moving because of a new job or just need a change in scenery? Depending on where you live, relocation could save a bundle in the long run. Unfortunately, there are also plenty of tasks as well as upfront expenses required in order to make a move happen. With that in mind,...
Managing MoneyAfter what may have seemed like an extremely long winter for some, spring is finally arriving. With the blooming flowers, warmer temperatures, and adjusted clocks, many are also gearing up for a tradition known as spring cleaning. While the habit of reorganizing yourself and decluttering your closets is great, what if you took things a...
Managing MoneyA few years ago, after hearing commercials for the service for years, I finally decided to try out an Audible subscription. Granted, I had purchased individual audiobooks from the platform in the past but hadn't considered the membership. Cut to today and I've used Audible Premium Plus to download dozens of titles — including several...
Managing MoneyIf you ask anyone that knows me, they'll tell you that I am no foodie. Heck, I don't even like the word "foodie." Yet, even with how basic I am when it comes to food, I still know when something is good and especially know when something is special. That's why for some time now...
Managing MoneyAs of this week, my wife and I have officially (and fully) moved into our new house. Although the process was extremely quick once we got started, boy was there a lot that went into it. In turn, I learned a ton along the way — which is why I've been sharing a series of stories...