#70 - Who Should Pay for College: The Parent or the Kid?
The prospect of paying for college is daunting no matter who is footing the bill. Tuition and the cost for college defy low inflation
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David Mulonas
Jul 29, 20211 min read
PFT #33 - Washing in Cold Water Saves Money and the Environment
Many people think that washing in hot water is safer; however, choosing cold is fine for most clothes including delicate fabrics
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David Mulonas
Jul 26, 20212 min read
#69A - 2021 Early Child Tax Credit Update
Children 17 or younger are generally eligible for the child tax credit payments, but there are conditions and the payments are coming early
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David Mulonas
Jul 26, 20211 min read
PFT #31 - Switching From Butane to an Arc Lighter - Save Money and the Environment
Save money with an arc lighter. No butane, no batteries. Long lasting and beneficial for the environment.
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David Mulonas
Jul 26, 20214 min read
#69 - Couples Unified Budget Review
Should couples have their own bank accounts? Should they have one budget or two?
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David Mulonas
Jul 20, 20214 min read
#67 - How to Make $1 Million Dollars the Hard Way - Here's a Hint . . . Compound Interest
Making a $1 million dollars is not as hard as you think; it just takes time.
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David Mulonas
Jul 15, 20211 min read
PFT #30 - Credit Unions Competitive Borrowing Rates - Make a Positive Impact on the Budget
Many people handle their money with major banks; however, credit unions can offer many advantages that banks do not.
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David Mulonas
Jul 13, 20215 min read
#66 – Peter Thiel’s $5 Billion Dollar Roth IRA – How He Did It and Was It Legal?
The practice known as stuffing allowed Peter Thiel to build a behemoth tax-free nest egg.
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David Mulonas
Jul 11, 20211 min read
PFT #29 - Rubbermaid FreshWorks Containers Increases Food Freshness by 80%
Extend the life of your produce by using the extended life storage containers
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David Mulonas
Jul 1, 20212 min read
PFT #28 - How to Save on Ticket Prices for Sports, Concerts and Entertainment
With the right approach you can save money on tickets to your favorite events.
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David Mulonas
Jun 29, 20211 min read
PFT #27 - The Line of Blueland Cleaning Products - Save Money and the Environment
Blueland cleaning products reduce waste and puts more money in your pocket
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David Mulonas
Jun 22, 20216 min read
#64 - The Cryptocurrency Conversation - What is it and What it Means to You
Cryptocurrency is a disrupter in the financial world owned by 15% of Americans. There is a good chance it will be part of your world someday
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David Mulonas
Jun 15, 20212 min read
PFT#26 - Listener Question: How Do We Trade Options and What Should Beginning Investors Know?
Options come with high risk and reward. It is important to understand how they work before entering into this type of stock trading
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David Mulonas
Jun 1, 20214 min read
#61 - The Current and Future State of the Student Loan Crisis
The Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis, says student loan borrowers owe a collective $1.73 trillion in federal and private student loan debt
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David Mulonas
May 28, 20212 min read
PFT #24 - The Reason Alcohol at Bars and Restaurants are Expensive
Wine and alcohol are expensive when dining and it based on the ingredient cost and the mark up known as the pour cost
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David Mulonas
May 26, 20216 min read
#60A- What is Inflation and How Does it Effect the Economy and the Stock Market?
Inflation is on the rise in many financial sectors of the economy. What causes it and what is the best way to invest when prices increase?
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David Mulonas
May 24, 20213 min read
#60 - Listener Feedback: You Can't Retire on $1 Million Dollars and Have a 45-year Nest Egg
How much money do you need to to retire early and comfortably for a long period of time?
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David Mulonas
May 20, 20212 min read
#23 - Personal Finance Tip: Save Money on Gas With the GasBuddy App
Reduce your fuel cost by using the GasBuddy app. Compare prices by brand, location and price and use their rewards card to save more money.
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David Mulonas
May 16, 20215 min read
#59 - Is it Better to Lease or Buy a Car? Low Inventory Inflates Prices and Impacts the Budget
Leasing means you'll always have a monthly payment with new features. On the other hand, buying a car has will provide eventual ownership.
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David Mulonas
May 13, 20212 min read
PFT #22 - Personal Finance Tip: How to to Save Money on the Internet Bill
The personal finance tip of the week centers on saving money on your Internet bill in the budget.
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