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The Secret to a Successful Budget: Reviews Roundup

by Craig Ford August 25, 2010

As I’m sure you noticed on the sales page for The Secret to a Successful Budget, I have a lot of positive things to say about MY book. Not surprisingly, I like the book. Well, it turns out it’s not just me. I’ve pulled together some of the reviews of the eBook from other websites. [...]

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Start a Budget and Open the Door to a Debt Free Life

by Craig Ford August 23, 2010

While I’ve made my fair share of financial mistakes and missteps, by the grace of God, our family has also made a few wise decisions. Right now my wife and I are positioning ourselves to pay off our house in less than 6 months. We’ve done this while my wife has stayed home (for the [...]

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The Biggest Event in MH4C History (with Roundup)

by Craig Ford August 20, 2010

Next week will be one of MH4C’s biggest and busiest weeks. On Monday I’ll be releasing The Secret to a Successful Budget: Practical Advice for Creating a Budget That Lasts. As a part of the ebook launch, I’ll have several guest posts scattered around the web, some websites will be doing a review of the [...]

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3 Ways Blogging Teaches Me To Be A Better Missionary

by Craig Ford August 18, 2010

Sometimes I feel like I live a double life. I spend my days sitting with the world’s poor in their houses made of natural bush materials while getting eaten by mosquitoes and studying the Bible. For perspective, here’s my interview with some people from PNG. By night (I’ve changed my habits – I now write [...]

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You Might Need a Budget if …

by Craig Ford August 17, 2010

There are a lot of misperceptions about budgeting. We tend to think budgeting is something others need, but certainly not ourselves. I tried to make this a funny list, but either my funny bone wasn’t fully functional, or it is hard to really make light of this topic. Either way, here is my list of [...]

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How to Graduate from College without Student Loan Debt

by Craig Ford August 16, 2010

There is something called the ‘student loan myth’. The student loan myth is the assumption that it is impossible to graduate from college without student loans. Those who believe this myth think that if they are going to go to college, they MUST get student loans. This type of default thinking is financially dangerous. The [...]

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Another Week, Another Roundup

by Craig Ford August 13, 2010

As another weekend approaches, I’d hate for you to find yourself with nothing to do, so I’ve got some recommended readings in this post. I’m still enjoying my visit with my in-laws, so I’ll just give you some quick links to keep you reading this weekend. Green Panda Treehouse 4 Investing Principles From Warren Buffett [...]

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Ministers and Pastors Social Security Tax | Should You Opt Out?

by Craig Ford August 11, 2010

Those outside paid ministry think that ministry is just about hearing and answering a call. But there is much to deal with on the side of the minister’s salary and relationship with the government. Ministers have very special tax and income situations. This includes things like a housing allowance, employment status (self employed or employee), [...]

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20 Reasons to Start a Budget

by Craig Ford August 10, 2010

A budget is a forecasting tool, so it lets you plan your future. Budgeting is a tool that helps you reach your life goals. Every dollar you save by budgeting is better than a dollar you make working. It provides a platform for communication between a husband and wife. Motivation. When you get a clear [...]

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Cost of Lasik Eye Surgery | Is Lasik an Investment?

by Craig Ford August 9, 2010

Last year I scheduled an appointment for a Lasik eye surgery consultation. I had one of those quotes that said starting at $499 an eye (or something similar). Unfortunately, you have to go through an hour plus appointment (plus time in the waiting room so they can give you the actual cost of Lasik eye [...]