Monthly Archives: December 2009

How to live without a car. Day 33

I returned the Nissan Pathfinder with the leather seats, bose stereo and climate control on July 23, 2009. And then I walked home. And I’ve been walking ever since. The best part? I save over $1000/month on transportation costs. I … Continue reading

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Wasted Money, Sunk Costs and Crappy Lattes. Day 32

What have you wasted your money on today? For me, it was a latte. Which at five bucks isn’t the end of the world. I knew it before the barista ‘announced’ my “Venti Decaf Latte” that it was going to … Continue reading

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How to Make Better Photos For Your Ebay Auctions. Day 31

Remember when digital cameras were new? and photos on eBay auctions were optional? Not any more. You need good photos to clearly describe what it is your selling. The clearer and better your photos are, the more money you will … Continue reading

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How to Get a Job. Day 30

A j-j-job. There, I said it. That wasn’t too bad. Whew. I need to lie down. I’ve been writing about how to make money online and I do have experience in doing so, and with more than one venture. Not … Continue reading

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Ways to Make More Money With Your Blog. Day 29

Yesterday, I started to explore the different ways to make more money with this blog. Today, I’d like to continue with this by exploring different options that are available both on and offline. 1. Google Adsense The first, and easiest … Continue reading

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How to Make More Money. Day 28

It’s said the key to reducing your debt, is spend less than you make. Well, I think I’ve got that pretty much under control. Sure, I still waffle a bit and before you know it the invisible force field in … Continue reading

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What’s Your Recipe for Success? Day 27

Today, in an effort to further cut spending, or spend more consciously, I started to cook at home. Yes, you read that right, I, Jim Fitzsimmons cooked at home. With a stove, and spices, and ingredients. Not a sandwich or … Continue reading

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I Have Nothing To Hide. I Have Credit Card Debt. Day 26

I have nothing to hide. I have some consumer debt. About $38,000 $28,000 to date. and here I am. Go ahead – Google Me, I’ll wait. Here’s a photo of me too: Are you back? Good. As I start for … Continue reading

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Christmas Shopping With Your Credit Card. Day 25

Regarding credit cards, people usually fall into two camps: Those that think they’re the devil. and those that ‘need’ them, and can’t think on living without them. I used to be in the latter group, but I’m not in the … Continue reading

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Fear and Doubt. Day 24

Yesterday, I was Mr ” Yes I can” in regards to my debt. But as I look at all the stuff I have to do, all the work that needs to happen. All my speakers I have to sell. (if … Continue reading

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