A Snapshot of Holiday Home Bargains in Vacation Markets
This past year has been historically dismal for the real estate industry, but within the rough patch there are some rare investment gems. The sagging sector has driven home prices…
5 Documents Needed to Change Your Name
Ashley recently discussed the implications of name changes on the job. She brought up some of the most crucial issues for transfolks who haven't (or don't want to) legally changed…
3 Ways to Move Your Twentysomething Possessions and Save Money
Clint Osterholz is a comedian and young gay urban nomad who has lived in a number of cities in North America. He knows a thing or two (actually count them;…
Holy Crudknuckles, I’m in Debt!
Hi! I'm Cate, I'm in debt, and I'm going to be writing about it here on Queercents. I'm a recent college grad working in a non-profit job. After graduating, I…
Some Other Uses For Old Toothbrushes
If you're like me, you have dozens of old toothbrushes lying about. Every time I went to the dentist, I was given a new toothbrush, as well as a few…
Stretch Your Food Dollar: Christmas Favorites, Part 1
One of my family's favorite holiday traditions is making plates of goodies for our friends and neighbors. We always make cookies, fruit cake, and fudge to include on a plate…
Queercents introduces Nichelle Stephens, Cate Burlington and Bradley James
The thing I like most about Queercents is our readers. And lately more of them have been becoming contributors. It's so great that people are stepping up to the proverbial…
Procrastination: The Essence Of Frugality
The essence of or at least procrastination is what family and friends call it when I wait to purchase something. I call it waiting (or looking) for a bargain. It…
Surviving Financial Infidelity: Wrapping It Up
Last week, I wrote about how the financial sacrifices we've had to make in recovering from my wife's financial infidelity have been much easier than dealing with the emotional aftermath.…
Joys and Perils of a Luxe Life: Financial Fluency: Learning His Language
So many couples I know are composed of opposites, and I always find Jay's and my equivalent in other couples we meet. There's the solid one, like Jay, and the…