Archive for the 'Spending' Category

Interesting Article On The Relationship Between Money and The Environment

Wednesday, February 13th, 2008

I found this article on one of the website that I frequent to read about outdoor life. It’s about money, your wealth and how it affects the environment.

Quite interesting, have a read:

Money and being environmentally responsible

Acer 3680-2682 Laptop For $399 USD at Walmart U.S.A ….What A Bargain!

Wednesday, November 21st, 2007

by Das Brain

Acer Aspire 3680 laptop notebookWhen I was on vacation in southern California, I bought an Acer Aspire 3680-2682 laptop at a Walmart in Colton, California. It was actually on my list of things to buy while I was on vacation, simply because there was no way to get a brand new laptop anywhere in Toronto for less than $460.00 CAD plus 14 percent GST and PST (provincial tax).

What Is Wealth And What Can I Do?

Thursday, February 22nd, 2007

by Das Brain

What is Wealth?

Everyone has a different perception of wealth, however I think that most people would agree that wealth in terms of money allows us to buy stuff, but beyond that there is more. For example, it allows you to have more confidence and security. It gives you more freedom for your life and the choice to live your life the way you would like to. Don’t get me wrong, wealth is not just about money, other aspect of wealth include things like physical health, mental health, family, friends, philosophy of life and spirituality. Money is just an factor of wealth that allows you to have more choices and the ability to make the best choices for yourself and your family.

Does Your Credit Card “Benefit” You In Anyway?

Wednesday, February 14th, 2007

by Das Brain

Does Your Credit Card “Benefit” You In Anyway?

You must be asking yourself, what in high heavens does Das Brain mean?

Well, let me put it this way. Does it give you any sort of reward points? Like Air Miles, Sony points, points for department stores or a certain hotels / airlines?

Next question to ask yourself is, does the credit card charge you an annual fee?

Living Way Beyond Your Means - Going For Broke - 1

Tuesday, February 13th, 2007

living beyond your means

Most of my posts recently have been about stock, option trading and my internet ventures, so I decided that it is about time I write an article on the subject of personal finance.