Tag archives for money
Are Expensive Gifts More Romantic?
An article over at Forbes has me scratching my head. What Your Holiday Gift Says About Your Relationship gives conflicting financial advice. On the one hand, author Jenna Goddreau says…
Ten Money Questions: Manisha Thakor
Manisha Thakor is the founder of the Women's Financial Literacy Initiative and the co-author of two critically acclaimed personal finance books: ON MY OWN TWO FEET and GET FINANCIALLY NAKED.…
The Moneyshot: Day 1
So here's my secret that I've never shared with any of you. Although I'm your friendly neighborhood gay financial blogger, I am also in debt. Last year I was largely…
Budgeting: The Envelope Method
Do you know how to budget? Lord knows I talk about it enough. If you look over my extensive posting history here, you'll see that I talk about budgeting virtually…
Do you help friends or family who need money?
This has to be one of the most difficult financial situations through which to navigate. Important relationships are at stake and it seems to me that the most socially acceptable…
Is There a New Closet?
We just returned from a 10 day trip back 'œhome' to Michigan to visit friends and family. Part of our time was in rural countryside and part in the Metro…
Dating on a Budget: Long Distance Love
I have been in Florida since the 3rd of July. Let me tell all of you long distance lovers, I can now empathize with you. When I happened upon a…
Dating on a Budget: Spa Dates
Life can sometimes be really stressful. However, dating doesn't have to be. Consider taking a little rendezvous at a luscious spa retreat. Is this endeavor too rich for your…
Dating on a Budget: Fun 4th Festivities
The Fourth of July weekend is the easiest weekend to be downright cheap on a date. As cities across the country plan festivities, most of them are also eating the…
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…