I never thought I’d be days away from becoming a homeowner just one year after our move out of Austin, Texas. Last November, we decided to move to Houston, Texas in hopes of better jobs with higher salaries. We had struggled for years, yet always somehow managed to stay above the water in the financial
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In March, I attended the SXSW Interactive Conference in Austin, Texas, and I had a chance to meet a few online personalities face-to-face, like former GRS staff writer Adam Baker of the Man vs. Debt blog. I also attended a session called The $100 Startup, a book reading led by Chris Guillebeau of The Art of Non-Conformity.
Long-time readers know that J.D. and Chris are good friends, which is why J.D.’s not reviewing this book. I, however, hadn’t met Chris until attending his SXSW session. I’d like to think this would make me an unbiased book reviewer, but the truth is that the guy is just instantly likeable. His session that day felt much like it did to read his book: a personal conversation with a friend who sincerely wants to help you out.
So there’s my disclaimer â nicest guy ever. Luckily for me, his book is a must-read for anyone who’s harboring a desire to start a small business (’cause how awful would it be to have to write a scathing review of a book by the nicest guy ever?).</
If weâre all honest, no one likes shopping for car insurance. Itâs not just that there are so many options and discounts that makes finding an affordable policy difficult, but also that there are so many companies available. Thatâs certainly true in Florida, where dozens of companies are competing for your business. To help find […]
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An automatic investment plan is pretty much what it sounds like: Itâs an account, app, or platform that enables you to make regular investments, automatically. Automatic investment plans (sometimes called AIPs) can be an excellent way to save and invest steadily over time, because you can set up your plan in advance and then leave […]
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Keeping these things in your wallet every day is simply asking for trouble.
There are a lot of companies offering car insurance in Illinois. But too many options can sometimes be confusing, and thatâs why weâve produced this best car insurance in Illinois guide. This guide narrows the field of potential quotes from more than 30 down to just eight. We believe these are the best car insurance […]
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Ohio is one of the most affordable states to buy car insurance in. And even if you pay a little bit more, youâre probably still paying less than the average American does for car insurance in other states. We prepared this guide to the best car insurance in Ohio and are happy to report that […]
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A big part of the recipe for a good life is to love the place you live. Although you can compensate for almost any living conditions with a strong Stoic attitude and some training, it sure is nice to be surrounded by an environment that truly agrees with your constitution. After all, all five of […]