Carnival of Financial Planning - October 27 2008 Edition
Welcome to the October 27, 2008 edition of the Carnival of Financial Planning.
The Carnival of Financial Planning takes a long-term view of personal financial planning for individuals and families. We focus on efficient and sustainable personal financial planning practices that can lead to lifetime financial security.
This edition is arranged by subject heading, so that you can browse efficiently.
Enjoy!
The Skilled Investor
Budgeting
Kevin Fleming presents 5 Ways to Save Money on your Cable or Satellite Bill posted at Satellite TV Guru.
Pasadena Financial Planner presents Living Expense Tracking Methods posted at Pasadena Financial Planner.
Economics
Joshua Seth presents 5 Steps To Prosper In Hard Economic Times posted at Joshua Seth Blog, saying, “As I write this article the stock market has seen historic declines, property values are declining, unemployment is on the rise, and inflation is increasing. A lot of people are justifiably worried and glued to the TV news every chance they can get. So what can you do about all this? Actually, quite a lot. You may not be able to change what’s happening in the world, but you can absolutely change how it affects you and actually profit by it in a big way.”
Joe Manausa presents Dave McCormick On Restoring Global Stability posted at Tallahassee Real Estate Blog, saying, “Under Secretary David H. McCormick made the following remarks about the current economic turmoil while speaking at Wharton’s Eleventh Annual Investment Management Conference. He identified how the chaos basically got started and acknowledged that we are now paying the price.”
:: Suzanne :: presents Anatomy of a Bank Run posted at :: adventures in daily living ::.
Estate Planning
Sam presents NEW !! Do You Need a Will? Ten Steps to Make a Legal Will. When Do You Need An Attorney? posted at Surfer Sam and Friends, saying, “Do You Need a Legal Will? The Ten Steps to Make a Legal Will With or Without An Attorney A basic will is a simple document used to transfer your own property to whomever you want to get it after you die. If you have a modest estate and simple wishes about what you want to do with it, you can make your own legal will. Some people don’t want to face the thought of their death. It is an emotional and psychic hurdle. But wouldn’t you be happier to know that your plans are in place, and your wishes will be respected after you are no longer here?”
Financial Planning
Jim presents Teaching Kids About Money: Tessy & Tab Money Manager Kit posted at Blueprint for Financial Prosperity, saying, “Helping kids learn how to manage money is crucial.”
David B Bohl presents How the Average American can Weather the Financial Crisis Without Becoming Emotionally Overwhelmed posted at Slow Down Fast Today!, saying, “David Bohl, a lifestyle coach and former venture capitalist with much knowledge when it comes to the economy and financial gains and losses appeared LIVE on the radio, his message: people can actually benefit by focusing on themselves rather than just their bottom lines.”
imarketing4s presents How To Broker A Consolidation Service Debt Settlement posted at Free Debt Consolidation: Qualified Financial Management.
Marc Ryan presents IndependentInvestor.info - Do-it-yourself investors and personal financial advice: Part 1 posted at IndependentInvestor.info, saying, “Many investors want to take a more-hands on approach to managing their investments, but are reluctant to so. They want continued access to personal advice on investing from time to time, and are often fearful of losing such access should they terminate their existing relationship with a financial adviser. What to do? In this three-part commentary we first look, in this first part, at the kind of advice do-it-yourself investors need, in Part 2 we will look at the alternative approaches for seeking out that type of advice, and in Part 3, we will give you specific online sources to locate providers of financial advice.”
Khan presents Money Management posted at Higher Education and Career Blog.
Larry Russell presents Financial Planning Reading List posted at Pasadena Financial Planner
Financing a Home
Dan Green presents The Mortgage Blog Post That Will Start Your Friday Right posted at The Mortgage Reports, saying, “27 observations on last week’s real estate and mortgage news.”
Financing Education
Ted Reimers presents 529 College Savings Plans posted at CampusGrotto, saying, “The pros and cons of prepaid tuition plans and 529 college savings plans.”
Tom Tessin presents Jobs that Help Pay With College Tuition posted at FCC Student Blog, saying, “See what companies help pay for your college.”
Income
The Shark Investor presents Be Freaking Productive posted at The Shark Investor, saying, “It looks like trying to be productive we miss the point”
FMF presents How to Demonstrate that You Deserve a Raise posted at Free Money Finance, saying, “How to show you deserve a raise.”
KCLau presents Are you part of the NEET Generation? posted at KCLau’s Money Tips, saying, “About NEET (Not in Education, Employment or Learning), the NEET generation and why there is NEET.”
Investing
ChristianPF presents My 401k has lost a lot of money - how about yours? posted at Money in the Bible | Christian Personal Finance Blog.
NtJS presents Jim Cramer Finally Makes Sense posted at not the jet set, saying, “No, I’m not saying that I finally understand his methods and that I’ll be foolishly getting sucked into day-trading in the near future.”
Cash Money Life presents Dollar Cost Averaging vs. Value Averaging posted at Cash Money Life, saying, “Here are two ways to plan your investments.”
Dorian Wales presents How to Recognize a Bull Trap posted at The Personal Financier, saying, “Listen carefully. Can you hear the snap”
Dividend Growth Investor presents Attractive Dividend Stocks in the buy zone posted at Dividend Growth Investor.
The Financial Blogger presents A play on volatility? posted at The Financial Blogger, saying, “The only thing sure on the market these days is volatility.”
Dividends4Life presents Goodrich (GR) Boosts Qtr. Dividend by 11% and Other Increases posted at Dividends 4 Life, saying, “ou can’t have a retirement plan until you have a retirement vision. It would seem to me that there are a lot or retirement plans out there but very few retirement visions. Here are a few select companies that have recently provided their shareholders positive feedback by raising their cash dividends:”
Raag Vamdatt presents Equity Investment is Risk Free - Here’s the Proof :: RaagVamdatt.com :: Financial Planning demystified posted at RaagVamdatt.com.
Cash Money Life presents Be Careful Where You Get Your Investment Advice posted at Military Finance Network, saying, “Be careful where you get your investment advice.”
Richard M. Rothschild presents Bond Market Index Funds posted at Bond Market Index Funds.
Frank Vertin presents Top 10 S and P 500 Index Funds posted at NO LOAD INDEX FUNDS
Managing Debt
The Financial Blogger presents R1, R2, R9 and Other Terms in Your Credit Report posted at TheCreditToolBox.com, saying, “Here is a glossary in order to have a better understanding of your credit bureau:”
Ivy presents Top 3 Measures You Should Never Resort To In This Down Market posted at Home Ec 101, saying, “They say desperate times call for desperate measures, but you should never be desperate enough to fall for these 3 predatory money-suckers.”
Brian McKay presents Personal Finance posted at MonitorBankRates.com, saying, “There is a controversial practice known as balance billing, health care providers have been going after patients for money they do not owe.”
Andrea Smith presents How Can I Recover from Bankruptcy? | Consolidate4Free: Free Debt Consolidation Articles posted at Free Debt Consolidation: Qualified Financial Management.
Mr Credit Card presents Repairing Your Credit After Bankruptcy Part Two posted at Ask Mr Credit Card.
Retirement Planning
FIRE Getters presents Secure Retirement - At What Rate Should You Save For It? posted at FIRE Finance.
Super Saver presents Retiring on the Cheap - Part I posted at My Wealth Builder, saying, “With the current stock market direction, we may all need to consider drastic options to lower our cost during retirement :-(”
Livingalmostlarge presents Retirement gets the axe… posted at LivingAlmostLarge.
Risk Management and Insurance
Dollar Frugal presents Insurance By Buying New For Reserve posted at Dollar Frugal.
Lisa Spinelli presents Have You Looked at Your Car Insurance Premiums Lately? posted at Greener Pastures: Personal Finance, saying, “Insurance agents are like subprime mortgage lenders. Their incentive is based on selling you more insurance, not necessarily the right insurance for you and your family.”
Savings
Joseph presents Davesfarm Canada’s Cheapest Man posted at Penny Pinching.
Larry Russell presents The Top 25 Low Cost Best US Money Market Funds posted at THE SKILLED INVESTOR Blog.
Taxes
Dean Paley presents RRSP’s & Moving To The U.S. | Canadian Tax Resource posted at Tax & Financial Planning Blog, saying, “If you have a Canadian RRSP (similar to an IRA) and are moving to the US, or have moved to the US, this article will explain your options with your Canadian retirement plan.”
Barb A. Ryan presents Asset Allocation, Investment Asset Tax Location, and Emergency Cash Management posted at Pasadena Financial Planner.
DianeDean presents Deductible Traveling Expenses posted at Need IRS Help?.
Miscellaneous
Phil B. presents Why the Republican Party needs to Split << Phil for Humanity posted at Phil for Humanity, saying, “Traditionally, conservative meant fiscal responsibility, small government, support of old fashion values, and support of small businesses.”
Master Your Card presents Gifts vs. Charity: The Fine Line posted at Master Your Card, saying, “Best of luck with the Carnie this week!”
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Comment by Patrick
1 October 27, 7:12 pm o'clock |
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