Archives for June, 2009 - Page 2
Sometimes, Even Hookers Get the Blues
Here's a dreary piece of economic news: sex workers, who are normally recession proof, are feeling the pinch of the economic decline. Kim Capozziello, owner of Scruples Lounge in Bridgeport,…
Queercents seeks video blogger
Clint, our resident vlogger is moving on. We enjoyed his series and trust that viewers did too, but this means there's a gap to fill. We need video! Does anyone…
Dating on a Budget: A Gift for You
Giving gifts is a great way to express gratitude, break the ice, or just make the other person feel good. People give flowers on almost every occasion: first dates, the…
Vlog: Implementing a Budget
Good evening, Queercents readers. As you will recall from my previous post on building a budget, so this week is of course information on how to implement a budget, plus…
Is Now the Time to Refinance?
Mortgage rates continue rising at a much faster than expected pace, and that has put many homeowners into a quandary regarding whether or not to go through with refinance plans.…
Are Women Risk-Averse in Money Matters?
Feministing is reporting on a recent study that looks at gender differences as they relate to risk and money. The National Council for Research on Women has a new report…
Where Will Your Piggy Bank Take You?
If you're a student or recent college graduate and have been watching Clint's vlogs over the last couple of months, you might also be interested in the videos and information…
Bike Commuting: Getting a Bike
Before we get started, a little disclosure. I commute about fifteen miles a day round trip and about three quarters of it is off road. As such, I rock a…
Stretch Your Food Dollar: Storing Seasonal Fruit
I love strawberries. Seriously. When I go to the farmers' market and see the strawberry lady who drives all the way from Oxnard, CA every week, I want to marry…
Teaching Money Management to the 12 and Under Set
Our current allowance system is broken. My kids aren't seeming to grasp the basics of money management around budgeting, saving and investing. Looking back, I was better with money as…