Archive for March 2008
March 2008 Net Worth Update: (+1.17%)
Time for another net worth update: The March 2008 Edition! There is a saying in Newfoundland that would describe the markets perfectly.. "The arse has fallin out of her." When will the markets find a bottom? Are we there yet? In terms of market returns, the only reason my retirement accounts are showing positive relative…
Read MoreWinner and Weekend Reading – March 28, 2008
Great Canadian Rebates $25 Amazon/Chapters Gift Certificate Winner When I first wrote about Great Canadian Rebates, I promised readers who joined under my referral that they would have an opportunity to win a $25 gift certificate from Amazon/Chapters. As keeping with the promotion, we have drawn the newest winner.. Patricia from Toronto! Congrats! The next…
Read MoreDifferences in Non-Refundable Tax Credits and Tax Deductions
This is a pretty common question asked during tax season. What exactly is the difference between a non-refundable tax credit and a tax deduction? Tax Deduction A tax deduction reduces your income for the year which can potentially mean that you've over paid on your taxes. Come tax return season, you'll get a refund on…
Read MoreSaving Strategy: Avoid Upgrading Your Housing
This is a lesson that I'm in the process of learning. If you plan on living a frugal life, it's much harder when building/buying a brand new house or upgrading your housing in general. The Building Process We had every intention to keeping our house simple and even hoping to keep our expenses below…
Read MoreSustainability, Sustainable Development, and Financial Health
Regular reader and commentator DAvid has taken the time to share his thoughts on sustainability and financial health. I thought that this topic would be refreshing as MDJ doesn't touch on the topic of green living very often. The greening of our world has become a topic of importance to the Canadian public. The…
Read MoreCarnival of Personal Finance # 145: Baby Education Edition
Welcome to the 145th Carnival of Personal Finance: The Baby Education Edition. With the new baby, I've been thinking a lot about how to properly raise a child and how to teach them about personal finance and business. So what's better than a baby theme that will take us on the road of financial education. …
Read MoreHosting the Carnival of Personal Finance
Just a quick note that Million Dollar Journey will be hosting the Carnival of Personal Finance this coming Monday. If you are a blogger and interested in getting some exposure, then this is a great opportunity. If you are new to the scene, you can read the Carnival of Personal Finance event that MDJ hosted…
Read MoreWeekend Reading – March 21, 2008
Before we get into some weekend reading, there was a winner chosen for a free copy of Rich Dad's Increase Your Financial IQ. Out of the 65 comments received, AppleTree was randomly chosen as the winner! Congrats! Thanks to all who participated. What are your thoughts of contests that require a bit more work…
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