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Lessons from the Big Move…

Monday, March 16th, 2009

It is official, the Kakaras Family can call themselves homeowners now. Friday was a smooth closing and the people we purchased our house from were wonderful. We got their cell phone number if we ever have questions and I thought this was a very nice gesture.
We might need to take them up on the offer […]

Your Financial Plan

Sunday, March 8th, 2009

I heard something that was made to stick in my brain. I have said many times that handling your money is very very simple and we complicate it. Here is your financial plan:
#1) Work Hard
If you do not do this then your financial plan is ruined from the start. Work as working for the Lord […]

Correction & Fresh Bread

Wednesday, March 4th, 2009

First the correction. In yesterday’s post I said “If you are my friend think to yourself “Have I ever helped Kakaras move?” The answer is no. ”
If a friend has ever actually helped you move and you say this statement you will get a “friendly” text message reminder or two.
It turns out I have had […]

Tips for Moving…

Tuesday, March 3rd, 2009

My apartment is starting to look less like a home and more like a warehouse. I am okay with this because it means that I am soon moving into mine and wifey’s first house.
Let me first say that NOBODY likes moving. It is so physically and emotionally exhausting and I am sure I will be […]

Healthy Living vs Bang for Your Buck

Thursday, February 26th, 2009

I know, this is an unusual title for a blog post. But I want to share some thoughts that are competing in my brain that I have decided to tackle.
I am wired to “get the most out of my money.” If I buy a tv, I want to get the best VALUE. I don’t want […]