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10 DIY Home Repair jobs to save money

10 DIY Home Maintenance and Repair Jobs That Save a Ton of Money

August 20, 2020 Jake Money Management, Value Comparisons

There are some pushy door-to-door sales people in my neighborhood. Let me start by stating that if I’m not seeking out a service, then I’m not interested. Door-to-door sales guys

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10 Reasons Why Owning a House Is Better Than Renting, Even When It's More Expensive.

10 Reasons Why Owning a House Is Better Than Renting, Even When It’s More Expensive

August 10, 2020 Jake Philosophy, Value Comparisons

Before I bought a house, I wrote an article for Valuist covering the, “True Cost of Buying a Home.” Though that article is still relevant (and a great read too,

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Money Hacks that Don't Work

5 Money Hacks That Don’t Save You Money (And 5 That Do)

March 4, 2020 Jake Money Management, Value Comparisons

In the vast world of personal finance bloggery (it’s my neologism, so sue me) there’s no shortage of so-called “money hacks.” They’re called “hacks” to appear sophisticated and perhaps radical,

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Harvard Extension School

Harvard Extension School: The Backdoor to the Ivy League?

February 25, 2020 Jake Career, Value Comparisons

Harvard Extension School is the mostly online way to gain access to the illustrious Harvard brand. We all know that the cost of college is becoming untenable and the chances

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The True Cost of Buying A Car

The True Cost of Buying a Car: 5 Common Costs and How to Cut Them Down

October 15, 2017 Jake Value Comparisons

Just like the true cost of buying a home may be higher than you expected, the long-term cost of buying a car can be staggering. Here we look at the typical costs to finance,

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minimalist

Poor, Cheap or Minimalist?

September 17, 2017 Jake Philosophy, Value Comparisons

If you’re cheap, you have  money but won’t spend it until you’re forced to. When you’re poor you simply can’t afford spending beyond your necessary living expenses. But as a Minimalist you have money but

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The True Cost of Buying a home

The True Cost of Buying a Home

April 30, 2017 Jake Money Management, Real Estate, Value Comparisons

At some point in the life of all long-term renters the question of home ownership inevitably arises. But the true cost of buying a home is somewhat difficult to calculate.

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Backpackiing in Nepal

Two Weeks Backpacking in Nepal for $350

November 13, 2016 Jake Travel Values, Value Comparisons

I recently wrote an article comparing three overlooked ways to travel on a budget but I want to take a closer look at the incredible value of backpacking. Backpacking is perhaps the cheapest

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Valuist Taj Mahal

Value Comparison: The 3 Most Overlooked Ways to Travel on a Budget

October 21, 2016 Jake Value Comparisons

I am a lifelong travel fanatic. No matter how interesting my work is, eventually I find myself yearning to set sail and experience something new. But because I’m not wealthy I

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graduation

The Average Cost of College: Evaluating Education As An Investment

October 10, 2016 Jake Money Management, Value Comparisons

Going to college is more expensive than ever before. According to Mother Jones, the average cost of college is now ~12 times more expensive than it was 35 years ago. This increase isn’t solely

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