Where to exchange saved coins to dollar bills? This is a no-brainer for some, who just use the local branch of their bank, credit union, etc. But banks frequently require their customers to bring in change in rolled form, not loose coins in bags or other containers. This can be, frankly speaking, a right pain in the backside for those who tend to let their loose change pile up until it gets into the $100 or above range. That’s a lot of coins to … [Read more...]
Not All Saving Cash Advice Is Good Advice
I read a lot of blogs about saving cash. And one thing I encounter again and again? Terrible advice on how to save money. One blogger I recently had a good laugh at (until I started thinking about how truly awful the advice is) provided a list of suggestions which include--and I kid you not--making your own toilet paper and dumpster diving in a list of “50 Ways To Save Money”. Let’s talk specifically about the bad advice related to getting … [Read more...]
Using The Motley Fool Stock Advisor
I’ve been chronicling my experiences using premium services offered by The Motley Fool, and approaching these services through the lens of someone who isn’t experienced with investing provides some valuable insight into what you need to know to get started. In my first post about this, I advised newcomers to set up their Motley Fool account and find an online trading platform or online trading simulator to begin. Once you have set those up and … [Read more...]
How to Buy Oil and Gas Royalties
Are you interested in learning how to buy mineral rights, or oil and gas royalties? Many of these transactions are conducted privately, but there are ways to buy. Do you know what they are? There’s more than one way to search for oil royalties, gas royalties, even mineral rights and related transactions. They include: Auctions, sealed bids, etc. Brokers Negotiations Tax sales Direct purchase from mineral owners Where … [Read more...]
Plan Your Way To Smarter Spending And Saving
I remember feeling stuck in various financial situations in life that required me to get creative with my finances. It's never easy to admit you need to quit spending, start saving and adding some financial responsibility to my weekly routines. The hardest part of that journey is just getting started sometimes. Do you need to plan your way to smarter spending and saving? Here are some tips that can help you get control of your … [Read more...]