Archive for July 2009
July 2009 Net Worth Update (+1.75%): Big Home Expenses
Welcome to the Million Dollar Journey July 2009 Net Worth Update – The Home Expenses Edition Houses are expensive! With summer in full force, I have been diving into the “honey do list.” Thus far, we have installed a fence and organized the garage. Other items on the list include creating a front garden for…
Read MoreBuying a Car from the U.S – The Pros/Cons and Process
My last post on the car research that I’m doing spurred a great deal of interest with some readers requesting more information on purchasing a car across the border. If you didn’t know already cars in the U.S, for the most part, have a much lower price tag than the exact same vehicle sold in…
Read MoreCase Study: Young and Cash Rich
Kevin, from Canadian Money Forum, started a forum topic asking for advice on his financial situation. Check it out: I’ve chosen to write this topic in order to have an idea about what you would do in my situation. I’ve read most of the MDJ blog, as well as several other websites, but the more…
Read MoreJune 2009 Net Worth Update (+2.12%): Car Shopping Edition
Welcome to the Million Dollar Journey June 2009 Net Worth Update – The Car Shopping Edition. With one of our cars already 8 years old, the repairs are starting to add up. So we’re currently in the process of shopping for a good used car/compact SUV, preferably a late model that is off lease with…
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