When Paying a Higher Interest Rate on a Loan isn’t a Bad Thing
I’ve never been shy about on my love for spreadsheets. And during our hunt for our first home, Ben has started to jump on the Excel bandwagon. My latest spreadsheet…
Category: Fundamentals
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What First-Time Homebuyers Ought to Know About Getting an Offer Accepted
Well, it happened. Ben and I put an offer on our first home! It’s been a little less than a month after we started the process, and we’ve had a… -
Here’s a Quick Way to Accomplish Your Goals
The past few weeks have been insane for me. Tax season is in full swing. I have a tax court trial going on, with deadlines right in the middle of… -
The New and Improved – Brian Thompson Financial
Hey all, Sorry I was away last week. Some trusted friends and I are working on giving the blog a face lift! As you may remember, one of my goals… -
Why I love Money And Why You Should Too
I love money. I know it sounds a little crass and not the type of thing that you hear most people say, but it’s the truth. I love it. … -
Two Simple Steps That Can Dramatically Improve Your Credit Score
On Wednesday, I mentioned the crucial role your credit plays in purchasing a home. Having an excellent credit score versus a poor one can save you tens of thousands of… -
The Top Three Things To Do When Starting the House Buying Process
“So there are three things that bring the most stress to people’s lives: planning a wedding, buying a house, and planning a funeral.” That’s how one of our friends, who… -
Surprising Questions I’ve Asked Myself During Wedding Planning
Since I’ve been on a gay marriage kick this week, Ben thought it would be a good idea to write about our wedding planning. I was a little hesitant because… -
The Importance of Bringing Balance (Sheets) to Your Financial Life
So you’ve set some financial goals and started tracking your expenses. You’re well on your way to taking charge of your personal finances in 2014. The final piece of the… -
Incredibly Easy Tools for Tracking your Expenses
You’ve heard me mention it before, and I’m sure I will talk about it a thousand more times: tracking your expenses will be one of the most beneficial things you… -
Three Practical Steps for Keeping This Year’s Financial Resolutions
Happy New Year! I know I’ve been away a little longer than I thought. I decided to take time out and enjoy my vacation with Ben and others, instead of… -
Financial Openness in the New Year
I hope you all had an enjoyable week last week. I had a great time in Georgia hanging out with my family, cooking, and talking personal finance. I also enjoyed… -
Three Guidelines for Picking a Great Financial Advisor
In completing your year-end review, you may realize that you need a financial advisor to help get you on the right track. Picking one, however, may be harder than you…