TripIt Makes Travel Planning Easy - Personal Profitability
I travel a lot. If you are anything like me, you like having your travel documents, plans, and information all in one place. I used to print out a stack of papers for each hotel, flight, rental car,...
View ArticleDecember 2011 Net Worth Update - Personal Profitability
I have learned a new lesson on how your assets impact your net worth. As my biggest asset (and liability) is now in my home, I can see my net worth fluctuate with the markets. Zillow uses comparable...
View ArticleAmerican Express Starwood Rewards – My New Credit Card - Personal Profitability
Last week, I got a new credit card. I know that all of the anti-credit card bloggers would have a vein popping out of their forehead for this one, but it makes sense for me. It might also make sense...
View ArticleHow I Eat Locally Everywhere - Personal Profitability
When I got off the plane that took me back home from Costa Rica, I swore off Gallo Pinto. The delicious Costa Rican staple was my primary source of nutrition for my trip, but I was ready to get back to...
View ArticlePlan a Romantic Weekend Away on a Budget - Personal Profitability
I recently wrote about great low cost date ideas, but sometimes it is nice to get away. I am a sucker for a trip to the mountains, and it is always best to have someone to share it with. Find the...
View ArticleMaking Travel a Reality - Personal Profitability
In November, I spent 2 weeks in London, Paris, and Amsterdam. In January, I was in Costa Rica. In March, I made it to Fayetteville, Arkansas for a weekend. On Monday, I came home from New Orleans for...
View ArticleFive Bad Financial Decisions that will Hammer you with Debt - Personal...
This is a special post from Jason at Frugal Habits. Anyone who has experienced the pressure of excessive credit card debt or the stress of paying bills they can’t afford, usually can point back to a...
View ArticlePaying for Airport Parking - Personal Profitability
I just got back from a weekend in Little Rock, Arkansas, and was faced with the usual travel decision about car parking. From official airport lots to private lots, you can pay a lot or a little to...
View ArticlePlanning the Costs of a Weekend Getaway - Personal Profitability
This weekend, I am taking my girlfriend up to the mountains for a quick weekend getaway. I am excited to get out of the city for a couple of days and enjoy everything a fall trip to the Rockies has to...
View ArticleSave Money with Travel Packing Tips - Personal Profitability
You already have your luggage, 3 oz. bottles for toiletries and your identification handy before your trip but you’re not as organized as you’d like to be when flying. You may think you don’t have time...
View ArticleHow You Spend Points and Miles Is Just As Important As Earning Them -...
About four years ago I made the transition from being a casual earner of frequent flier miles to becoming a serious mileage junkie. How serious am I? I attend conferences devoted to the subject and...
View ArticleHow I Moved to My Dream City, Found a New Job, and Got a Big Raise All At...
I felt stuck. I was living in the same city my parents chose when I was 5 years old. I was in an industry with lots of consolidation and at a company with little room for growth. I had a great boss and...
View ArticleTravel Hacking on a Budget - Personal Profitability
I have a confession to make, my wife and I have become somewhat fond of travel hacking. What is travel hacking you ask? Well, it means you purposely choose credit cards that offer nice sign-on bonuses...
View Article3 Simple Ways to Save on Your Summer Vacation - Personal Profitability
It’s hard to believe, but it’s summer already. It just seems like we were celebrating the Holidays yesterday and now hot weather is upon us. If your winter was like mine that means you’re eager to set...
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