You have two noble goals: to help the needy and to be wise. Unfortunately, it is not always easy to do both simultaneously. Why? Because it is quite possible that your “help” isn’t actually helping…you might be enabling instead. Wisdom is being able to discern the difference…but how is that done?
Spring Cleaning Your Finances
I don’t know about you, but my cleaning alter ego kicks in every once in a while. There just comes a point where I can’t stand the mess of papers on my desk, drawers, laptop bag, bookshelf, nightstand, you name it. Usually I’ll get on a roll and knock out a room or two in […]
Your Friends and Your Finances: For Better or For Worse?
Correct me if I am wrong, but I have a hunch that you and your friends have similar incomes and spending habits. It makes sense: you eat at the same restaurants, enjoy the same recreation, belong to the same organizations and maybe even vacation together. You probably shop at the same stores and spend similar […]
How To Handle Identity Theft When It’s Family
The following story about identity theft among family members is true, but the names have been changed to keep both parties anonymous. Jack was a good friend of mine and always took care of his finances well. The last thing on his mind was the possibility of having his identity stolen. In fact, he wouldn’t […]
Greed is Good | A Counterargument From Proverbs
“Greed Is Good” Gordon Gekko made the phrase famous in the 1987 movie Wall Street. How could such a catchy phrase take off and fizzle in just a few years? It’s obvious that there’s a fundamental flaw with the idea that greed can be good, and you don’t have to come up with brand new […]
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