May 2010

Teaching Kids About Money & Stewardship

05.30.2010 by Guest 10 comments

We all know the importance of being good stewards. We understand the benefits of a budget and the peace of mind that comes from being debt free, even if we haven’t mastered either. Many of us can also explain the difference between a stock, mutual fund, and an annuity. We know lots of things. We even…

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Cash Envelope Budgeting

05.28.2010 by Jason Price 11 comments

In case you don’t know or need a refresher, cash envelope budgeting involves using envelopes to manage money. An envelope is created for each of your budget categories such as food, clothes, entertainment, transportation, etc. After you receive a paycheck you fund each individual envelope (or budget category) the cash allotted to it for the month…

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Burglary Prevention 101: 22 Tips to Prevent a Home Burglary

05.25.2010 by Bob 20 comments

Burglary prevention isn’t something I think about every day – or even every month for that matter. But I got an email-forward (don’t we all love these?) from a friend that I am actually glad I read. It was actually full of great tips and advice on how to prevent a home burglary…

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Financial Freedom Using God’s Plan

05.25.2010 by John Frainee 2 comments

Have you ever struggled with the concept of how God works in this world while we still possess freewill to choose? I used to think that finance was all about our choices. Others insisted that only God could bring people to success, so why plan? Today, I’m convinced that both individuals and God play a vital role in successful…

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The Complete Idiot’s Guide to Personal Bankruptcy | Book Review

05.25.2010 by Guest 0 comments

This book takes the seemingly complicated topic of why and how to file for bankruptcy and explains it in practical terms.

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Which IRA Should You Invest In?

05.24.2010 by Jason Topp 8 comments

So you’re saving money for retirement, or thinking about opening an account – that’s great! But should you open a Roth IRA or Traditional IRA? The question inevitably comes up – Which Type of IRA Should I Invest In?
It’s a good question, and there are advantages and disadvantages of both the Traditional IRA and the Roth…

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The Great Misunderstanding | FPU Review #13

05.23.2010 by Linda 2 comments

This was the last week of Financial Peace University. It was great. It summed everything up and brought a great close to the 13 weeks.We went over the 6 baby steps and added #7: Put $1,000 in an emergency fund and don’t touch it until there is a real emergency. Get out of debt using the debt snowball. Pay…

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In the Trenches: Financial Survival During Times of Hardship | Book Review

05.22.2010 by Guest 1 comment

The following review is written by ChristianPF Reader Nancy Kvamme In the Trenches, by Carol Schultz-Weil, is a collection of stories of different situations the author experienced on the journey through periods of unemployment and other hardships over the past several years. It is a good book with basic financial information helpful for individuals starting to [...]

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Be A Blessing | 10 Creative Ways To Give

05.21.2010 by Craig Ford 9 comments

I am a missionary, and my family is supported by the generous contributions given to our ministry. When you’re fundraising, it is nice to know some generous Christians with the means to give. That is why I was touched when I read the following words:“When the righteous prosper, the city rejoices; when the wicked…

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How Large Should Your Emergency Fund Really Be?

05.20.2010 by John Frainee 9 comments

This question has been debated by financial experts time and time again. How much money should you have in that rainy day fund? What is the magic formula?Dave Ramsey has recommended saving 3-6 month’s worth of expenses after all non-mortgage debt is paid off. Suzy Orman has recommended saving 8 month’s worth of…

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Negotiate Credit Card Interest Rates with NegotiateMyRate.com

05.19.2010 by Bob 3 comments

The guys from DebtGoal (a DIY debt reduction tool) have created a free tool to help consumers better negotiate their credit card interest rates. So, if you have balances on any of your credit cards, I would suggest giving it a shot…

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Best Point & Shoot Digital Cameras Under $300

05.18.2010 by Bob 5 comments

We recently bought an Olympus E520 which isn’t a point and shoot, but rather our first step into the DSLR arena. I must have spent 15-20 hours investigating the purchase – reading reviews and testing different cameras at the store because (like every purchase I make) I wanted to get the best camera for the money – and I was grateful to find a few articles that pointed me to some of the best cameras…

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How Much Should I Save For Retirement?

05.17.2010 by Craig Ford 8 comments

Everyone wants to retire with an adequate amount of retirement savings. However, there are so many factors that cannot be predicted that people often feel overwhelmed when they try to figure out how much they should be saving for retirement. Due to simplicity, it is recommended that you try and establish a set percentage of…

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← Previous Entries

May 2010

Teaching Kids About Money & Stewardship

Cash Envelope Budgeting

Burglary Prevention 101: 22 Tips to Prevent a Home Burglary

Financial Freedom Using God’s Plan

The Complete Idiot’s Guide to Personal Bankruptcy | Book Review

Which IRA Should You Invest In?

The Great Misunderstanding | FPU Review #13

In the Trenches: Financial Survival During Times of Hardship | Book Review

Be A Blessing | 10 Creative Ways To Give

How Large Should Your Emergency Fund Really Be?

Negotiate Credit Card Interest Rates with NegotiateMyRate.com

Best Point & Shoot Digital Cameras Under $300

How Much Should I Save For Retirement?

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