Impulse buying is typically buying something that isn’t within budget or a part of a monthly spending plan. It’s a purchase that isn’t necessary. It’s a product or service that taps into the customer’s emotions. Personally, I feel strongly against impulse buying because it’s one of the largest causes of consumer debt each year.
There are [...]
This week at Bible Money Matters I provide 6 important questions to ask before spending. Poor spending decisions are typically behind financial issues such as debt. Interested in saving more money this year, or perhaps getting out of debt? Well, the answer may just be in getting control of your spending!
One of the best ways I know to spend wisely is to learn about and take advantage of new innovative ideas. The internet is growing with an enormous amount of exciting tools to help us connect, share ideas, and leverage services that provide value to our everyday life.
The Grocery Game
For example, The Grocery Game is [...]
Do you feel like you have a responsibility, based on good financial stewardship, to boycott the purchase of products provided by companies with questionable or immoral practices? There are obvious products one might choose to avoid, but should your mutual fund include stocks of companies with immoral values?
A recent Crown Financial Ministries Biblical Devotional points out [...]
I can’t tell you how many times the topic of Christmas has come up in family discussions the last few weeks. My wife has reminded me often it’s almost time to set up the Christmas tree (we traditionally do this right after Thanksgiving)! I can’t believe the Christmas season is upon us! I’m so excited, [...]
Can you really be happier with more money? Of course not, right? Studies have shown that having more money, beyond what is required for the basic needs of life (food, clothing & shelter) don’t make us any happier.
Material Pursuit
I’ve caught myself in the past thinking that just another raise or bonus would provide more for our family [...]
What are your financial goals and priorities?
Many people dream of debt free day, or just think about having a balanced budget tomorrow. Others have goals of paying for their children’s college education and some just want to help their children avoid the same mistakes they did.
I often think about financial goals because knowing your goals [...]
Thursday, February 11, 2010
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