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We’re nine days into 2009 and going strong. Did you make any new year’s resolutions? If so, how are you holding up? I’m not a big believer in resolutions. If I think it’s something I need to do or change, then I should have started a long time ago. What do you think?
It’s been a pretty crazy week market and blogging wise. I’ve had a few guest posts and some great interviews. I also have an announcement to make, but I think I’ll reserve that for another separate post. Want a hint? Okay……the clue is on the front page of my blog already. I probably made it too easy. For those of you that don’t get it yet, no frets. Be patient and I’ll disclose soon enough. On to some of my favorite posts of the week. There’s what quite of few and it was tough trying to narrow it down, but here it goes….
Posts of the Week
Money Ning had a catchy titled post Toilet Train Yourself to become a financial expert. Seriously, doesn’t that make you a little curious? I’ll not spill the beans and let you read it yourself.
Budgets Are Sexy has a great breakdown showing where she spent all her money for the past year. For anyone wanting to get an idea of how to really keep a budget, you need to take a look. Where oh Where did Our Sexy Money Go
Jeremy at Gen X Finance had a good perspective on today’s economy Why the Recession will be good for us. Sometimes to have a productive future, you have to get rid of the bad apples. He adds, “People faced with difficult times learn things about themselves they may have never realized, may explore a new direction in life, or find out there is more to life than money and material things.”
Being the first year as a 1099 independent contractor, I’ve had to get used to paying estimated quarterly taxes. It was a challenge at first, but now I’m completely used to it. My Two Dollars reminds us that 4th Quarter Estimate Taxes are Due. Don’t forget to pay!
Peter at Bible Money Matters was kind of enough to have a guest post. Thanks Pete! Hint: you may seen a nice interview over there sometime in the near future.
My wife at House of Rose spent the better half of an evening creating a monthly photo tribute or family last year. She did an amazing job and I give her props for her creativity. If you need more “Rose” in your life, check out A Look Back
Considering buying Long Term Care Health Care Insurance? Consumer Boomer offers some good points on why it should be strongly considered.
Blog Carnivals
Wow, did I really participate in that many carnivals this week? That’s quite a few. I’m just impressed that my posts where carnival worthy and I even made editor’s pick on two! That’s a big compliment.
2009 Personal Finance Goals and Resolutions
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Thanks for the guest post, it was a good one!
Peter’s last blog post..Geezeo.com Personal Finance Software And The Great Geezeo Bailout!