As a former librarian, I know a lot about books. While I’m still learning about the personal finance world, my tested theory of a great book still holds true: If I make notes about a book (or in it, if I own it), then it is a great book. And let me tell you: I wrote all over The Millionaire in the Next Cubicle by Chip Mendez. I was provided a copy of Mr. Mendez’s book to review and Continue Reading
Scary Situations and Emergency Savings
Has a scary situation ever made you re-evaluate your financial goals? I ask because on Saturday, B and I went out around 7 p.m. to celebrate his birthday. After our really stressful week, I decided that we really needed to get out of the house and celebrate, so we set off for one of B’s favorite restaurants. While we were waiting to turn off the freeway, we both watched as a car flew off the Continue Reading