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A Time to Challenge Cookie Cutter Financial Advice

September 9, 2009 By Shawanda Greene 12 Comments

Now that I’m back from vacation, I’ve been pondering a blog post that’ll knock your socks off. The financial argument I’m about to put to you is profound, earth shattering, mind blowing even. It is radical. I might go so far to say that it’s soul shifting.

5 Tips to Stay Motivated and Get Out of Debt

June 16, 2009 By Shawanda Greene 11 Comments

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Like losing weight, getting out of debt can be a long and toilsome process. However, piling on debt is easier than piling on the pounds. There aren’t any quick and easy fixes, so I’ve listed 5 tips that will help you stay motivated while you climb your way out of debt.

The Case for Frugality

May 28, 2009 By Shawanda Greene 25 Comments

I’ve been told by a few people to stop being cheap. It’s interesting that every person who has told me that has a lower net worth than me. They don’t seem to understand the purpose of being frugal. I think they believe I enjoy self deprivation and sacrifice. There are probably a few of you [...]

6 Simple Ways to Outsmart the Credit Card Companies

May 23, 2009 By Shawanda Greene 3 Comments

During my never ending quest for knowledge, I stumbled upon an audio book at my local library by Kevin Trudeau titled Debt Cures “They” Don’t Want You to Know About. The “they” Mr. Trudeau refers to is the consumer lending industry. I’m all for Americans gaining their financial independence and getting out of all kinds [...]