Weekly roundup of recommended personal finance articles from around the web. Nearly half of Americans age 18 to 29 live with their parents (Relevant Magazine). It’s common to criticize this as evidence that today’s young people are not “launching” well, but in this interview with on Focus on the Family, Washington Post columnist Michelle Singletary […]
Weekly roundup of recommended personal finance articles from around the web. Don’t just spend your time—invest it (Wall Street Journal). After all, it’s your most valuable asset. Distractions: understanding the biggest productivity killer (Lifehack). Pro tip: turn off 80-100% of notifications. Read also, Bob Goff on a less distracted life (Relevant Magazine). The hidden cost […]
Welcome to 2023! At the beginning of this new year, I have an odd question for you. Financially speaking, do you know who you are? Just go with me on this. I realize that most people probably haven’t even thought about their financial identity. Even for those who have, what in the world does it […]
Weekly roundup of recommended personal finance articles from around the web. Are you spending your time on what is time-worthy? (Lifehack). As we get set to start a new year, this question is well worth spending a little time on. A financial guide on what to do after college (Morningstar). Young people have an invaluable […]
Weekly roundup of recommended personal finance articles from around the web. How to use tech to create an ethical will (Wired). Filling in the gaps left by a traditional will. How should your children inherit? 4 scenarios where ‘equal’ is not appropriate (Kiplinger). This is a tough issue for a lot of parents, but it’s […]
So they hurried off and found Mary and Joseph, and the baby, who was lying in the manger. When they had seen him, they spread the word concerning what had been told them about this child, and all who heard it were amazed at what the shepherds said to them. – Luke 2:16-18 A few […]
As Jesus and his disciples were on their way, he came to a village where a woman named Martha opened her home to him. She had a sister called Mary, who sat at the Lord’s feet listening to what he said. But Martha was distracted by all the preparations that had to be made. She […]
Weekly roundup of recommended personal finance articles from around the web. Couples who combine finances are happier. So why don’t more do it? (Wall Street Journal). The culture has been trending toward separate accounts, but the research says joint accounts are better—financially and relationally. The gifts we give our kids (Finding Joy). Really good advice […]
When my wife, Jude, and I got married, I was making almost three times as much as she was (she worked in full-time ministry while I had a corporate job), and yet she had more money in savings, more money in investments, a paid-off car that was two years newer than my paid-off car, and […]
I love the fact that the holiday season begins with Thanksgiving. It’s so healthy to take some time to remember all that we’re grateful for. One of the best ideas for doing so was introduced to me by a remarkable couple I know. Prioritizing Their Use of Money Bob and Jody provide a great demonstration […]
