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Watson Inc : Are There Any Safe Investments Anymore?

Fri, 9 Mar 2012 18:15:05 +0000

I have been frustrated when I think about the returns of the 'lost decade'. It is easy to think about what you haven't gained, but people also don't seem to remember that they (should) have been buying stock during those depressed prices too. That is also why you need to transition your money into things other than stocks as you get older and older. Gotta diversify so any one market variable doesn't wipe you out. Love the layout!!!

Watson Inc : 4 Ways To Reshape Your Views Regarding Money

Tue, 14 Feb 2012 02:36:01 +0000

I think many people spout of some of these money sayings to justify their own behavior. Money is not evil. Stomping all over people to make money is what is evil. Money can rescue people, make life easier, provide medication and shelter for people, etc.

Watson Inc : Why We Seek Security Versus Freedom?

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 21:10:51 +0000

I know that my husband would totally start his own business if it wasn't for fear of not being able to pay the bills. We don't have huge debt, but we have 3 kids, all in private school. Until the kids are out of the house, I feel like are choices are greatly limited. It will be interesting to see what happens in a 8 years or so as our house will be paid off and all our kids will be done with college.

Watson Inc : http://www.roshawnwatson.com/2011/02/what-keeps-you-on-track-financially.html?utm_source=feedburner

Thu, 17 Feb 2011 14:10:00 +0000

Oh my goodness, I was just thinking about this very thing last night. Things have been a bit crazy for me lately, and money is the last thing I am worried about at the moment. You could say I am quite off track. I am not spending like a maniac or anything, but I am also not being as careful.

Watson Inc : Will Mortgage Rates Really Drop to 0%?

Mon, 4 Oct 2010 14:59:07 +0000

I can't believe I never left a comment on this one, even though I read it. Darn it, and so much of it has already been covered. I will tell you right now when rates will go to zero - the month I make my final payment. :) My recent post Have You Turned On Your Furnace Yet

Watson Inc : Huge Average Net Worth Round Up with Uncommon Money News

Tue, 28 Sep 2010 13:45:31 +0000

Thanks for the mention! I don't believe that $182,000 number at all. Maybe it is because I live in Michigan and bad news seems to be all around me. Regardless, it sounds inflated to me (for an average). My recent post How To Allocate A Second Income

Watson Inc : Why Do We Save Anyway?

Fri, 24 Sep 2010 14:35:27 +0000

You are talking to me again!!! Because I grew up with nothing, I am always afraid to spend. You would think I was raised in the depression and lost everything. Therefore, I always feel bad if I buy something that isn't a 'need'. I worry that no matter how much money I have, I will never have the freedom to treat myself. In addition, as a mom, I put my own needs dead last, which I know isn't healthy. I have heard a million times 'a happy mom makes a happy kid', but there just always seems to be something else that needs to be done. I am really working on this though, and have been going out a little bit more, and exercise is a huge priority for me. But, it is a process. I know I am happier when I take care of myself. However, yet again, guilt gets to me. Great post! My recent post Some Really Dumb Advice On Helping Others Deal With Depression

Watson Inc : Are You A Financial Sinner? Round Up and Uncommon Money News

Thu, 23 Sep 2010 17:57:12 +0000

I live on guilt. Guilt rules my life unfortunately. However, as I have gotten older, I don't commit to things I don't want to do as much as I used to. Thanks so much for the link!! My recent post Thoughts For Thursday- I Need A Bailout!

Watson Inc : Do Competent Kids Need an Inheritance?

Wed, 22 Sep 2010 14:25:12 +0000

Oh my gosh, I am so glad I was able to comment. (I had been having problems previously. I never seemed to be able to get the comment box. Must have been a personal problem.) The 28 cents I have leftover when I am gone will equally be divided 3 ways, and it will not be distributed until they hit a certain age. I have no intention of leaving much money behind, assuming I die when I am older and the kids are out of college. I don't feel like I owe my kids anything, and I hope I live my life to the fullest. I may sound selfish, but I don't think that receiving large lumps of money is always the healthiest thing, especially if you are not ready for it. I am worried about kids today in that many do not seem to want to work hard and earn their money. They are watching adults all around them get bailed out of their own financial circumstances that it is setting a terrible example. Kids will learn how to work the system and look for loopholes, that is for sure. My recent post 15 Inexpensive Things To Do In the Fall 10 Just Wasn’t Enough

Watson Inc : Dirty Diaper Round Up with Uncommon Money News

Wed, 15 Sep 2010 20:17:54 +0000

For us, doing just about any home repair ends up being more costly than if we just paid for someone to come do it. Not to mention the frustration, the fighting, etc!

Well-Heeled, With a Mission : Do You Need a Dating Prenup Before You Move In Together?

Thu, 17 Jun 2010 15:07:36 +0000

I have seen couples break up that I thought would last forever. However, most of these couples got together right out of college when there was nothing to 'prenup' about. I would think most people that are living together are not combining their finances anyway. If they were, then they might as well be married.

Well-Heeled, With a Mission : Sushi: An Expensive Culinary Habit

Thu, 10 Jun 2010 12:08:09 +0000

I have never eaten sushi. I am actually kinda glad it doesn't intrigue me because I know those that enjoy it eat it a lot, and it can be expensive. If I had to pick something that I will splurge on, it is a good steak from Ruth's Chris Steakhouse.