The Beginner’s Guide to Self Employed Tax

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by Craig Ford January 3, 2011

Of course you can read about all this information regarding small business and taxes from the IRS.  You just need to drink a gallon of coffee before you start.  I’ll try and simplify things and explain them in a way that is easy to understand. This will be my seventh year to file as a [...]

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How Can I Help You Reach Your Goals?

by Craig Ford December 31, 2010

Enough about me.  Looking back over this week’s posts, I didn’t like the fact that I talked about myself and my goals a lot. So, now I want to talk about you. What are your goals, dreams, and ambitions for 2011? It’s a New Year.  As of today, your life easel is clean.  So what [...]

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What Forever Stamps Can Teach Us About Economics and Pulling Forward Demand

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by Khaleef December 31, 2010

According to a story on CNNMoney, the United States Postal Service has decided that all new first-class stamps will be issued as “Forever Stamps“, beginning  in January 2011. This is being pushed as good news for those who still use “snail mail”, and in many ways it is. You won’t have to worry about finding [...]

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My 3 BIG 2011 Blog Goals: Manage the Boss, Full-time Blog Salary, and Another eBook

by Craig Ford December 30, 2010

I feel really vulnerable sharing this post with you.  Vulnerable because I’m setting some very lofty goals (in my opinion), and that may set the stage for disappointment.  However, I honestly think my goals are achievable. In years past, I’ve shared personal goals and I’ve not shared blog goals.  However, each year that passes, I’m [...]

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2010 Financial Goals Year in Review

by Craig Ford December 29, 2010

At the start of last year, I shared my 2010 financial goals.  In this post, I’ll give myself a report card.  BTW, God really blessed us, so please don’t think I’m bragging as I share this report. Giving: The Goal = Stick to the graduated tithe Deciding to discipline ourselves using the graduated tithe was [...]

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5 Ways to Dispose of Unwanted Christmas Gifts

by Craig Ford December 28, 2010

Ever since I was little, I learned the Good Boy Christmas Drill. Open a present with anticipation in your eyes. Do not show any visible signs of distaste for any gift. Smile broadly and repeat the following “ WOW, _______, thanks so much for the _____.  I’m excited to use this for ______, or I’m [...]

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Buy Select Financial Software and Get The Secret to a Successful Budget Free

by Craig Ford December 27, 2010

This promotion has expired as of January 10th, 2011. For the next two weeks, I’m going to give you an extra incentive to get your financial life in order. Here’s the promo:  between December 27th and January 10th, if you purchase a personal finance software, you’ll get my eBook, The Secret to a Successful Budget, [...]

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Moneydance Software 20% Discount Sale

by Craig Ford December 27, 2010

The Moneydance coupon has expired as of January 10th, 2011. Last year when I was searching for the best personal finance software, I discovered a product called Moneydance.  I outlined all the things I like about Moneydance in my Moneydance review. Anyway, it is the software I use, but I don’t recommend it for everyone [...]

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Merry Christmas

by Craig Ford December 24, 2010

I hope I make it through this post error free.  I’m wobbling and swaying on our waterbed.  I’ve been banished to the bedroom while my kids sleep by the Christmas tree in the living room.  We have a family tradition of building a fort in the living room by the Christmas tree.  We just read [...]

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Earn Extra Christmas Cash | Limited Time Sign Up Bonuses

by Craig Ford December 23, 2010

My daughter has been walking around our house singing, “I’m getting nuttin for Christmas …“ I think that is the only line she knows. It made me think about how sad it would be if you really were getting nuttin for Christmas.  But then I realized there are some cool promotions and give always right [...]

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