Monthly Archives: October 2011
Too Frugal For Your Own Good
| October 29, 2011 | Posted by Roshawn Watson under Uncategorized |
By: Roshawn Watson There are a plethora of articles telling us to be more frugal. Some tell us to get rid of our lattes and gym memberships. Some even tout “frugality” for “frugality” sake, essentially arguing the perils of consumerism. While I am an advocate for frugality, as I think we should be financially responsible, […]
Carnival of Financial Planning – Edition #208 – October 29, 2011
| October 29, 2011 | Posted by Roshawn Watson under Uncategorized |
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Welcome to the October 29, 2011 Edition #208 of the Carnivalof Financial Planning. The Carnival of Financial Planningtakes a long-term view of personal financial planning for individualsand families. We focus on efficient and sustainable personal financialplanning practices that can lead to lifetime financialsecurity. This edition is arranged by subject heading, so that you canbrowse efficiently. […]
Is Saving More Important Than Investing?
| October 19, 2011 | Posted by Roshawn Watson under Uncategorized |
By: Roshawn Watson A recent US News article suggests that a) investing is sold as a panaceas to all of our financial ailments and b) that this undermines more important efforts, namely “educating investors on establishing goals and making tough budgeting decisions.” Although the issue is complex, the article made me ask the following question: […]
Did Americans Get Poorer or is USA Today Wrong?
| October 5, 2011 | Posted by Roshawn Watson under Uncategorized |
By: Roshawn Watson A recent USA Today article suggests that the typical American family got poorer in the last 10 years. They cite the following as their rationale: According to the Census Bureau, the median household income decreased by 2.3% to $49,445 last year and has fallen 7% since 2000 after adjusting for inflation. Inflation […]
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