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Tiger Rant
 | re: Les needs to stand up & be a MAN!! - IzUFaReel on 10/7/12 at 7:02 pm [link=(http://http://youtu.be/RjF93E4LjlA)]I'M A MAN! I'M 40!![/link]...
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Tiger Rant
 | re: Isn't player execution coaching ? - IzUFaReel on 10/7/12 at 6:47 pm [quote]3rd and Alleman. [/quote]
Better than 3rd and Wing. No disrespect to Baton Rouge's most famous Aussie....
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Tiger Rant
 | re: This team doesn't seem to enjoy themselves - IzUFaReel on 10/7/12 at 6:45 pm [quote]But wait TM7 and his antics are to thuggish for the fans [/quote]
Ya know, I wonder about that. Where is the line drawn between "thug/selfish" and "doesn't care?"...
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Tiger Rant
 | re: Show up on Saturday Night and give it your all. If any LSU team - IzUFaReel on 10/7/12 at 6:40 pm [quote]TS is not the place to vent dissatisfaction. That's what the Rant is for.[/quote]
THIS!...
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Money Talk
 | re: Money Management - IzUFaReel on 10/7/12 at 6:30 pm [quote]Are you increasing your credit card balances right now despite sending $200/month? [/quote] Credit cards are up and down for me. I'll work the balance down, the need to spend and it goes back up. One of which is my mother's card. She took care of my moving expenses recently, and I'm paying th...
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Money Talk
 | re: Money Management - IzUFaReel on 10/7/12 at 6:19 pm [quote]Quit. Save $85/month.[/quote]
I'm working on it. I really wanna be done with dipping.
[quote]fiancée business expenses--$200/month[/quote]
Our finances are combined, and her business turns a great profit. She is a painting instructor. Fairly new business, so it's inconsistent income....
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Money Talk
 | re: Money Management - IzUFaReel on 10/6/12 at 9:40 pm I pray that He does bless my finances, in His time, not mine. And, if it is His will, not mine....
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Money Talk
 | re: Money Management - IzUFaReel on 10/6/12 at 9:36 pm God unconditionally loves us all and protects us all, Slim. It is my choice to tithe and give to others to honor Him.
Lou, thank you very much for the link! Between that info., the book, and suggestions here, I think I've got some good ammo to get on the right track....
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Money Talk
 | re: Money Management - IzUFaReel on 10/6/12 at 9:30 pm Thank you so much!...
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Money Talk
 | re: Money Management - IzUFaReel on 10/6/12 at 9:24 pm You're the goods, Bama. Even if you root for the wrong team! Hahahaha. Had to get that one in there.
Thanks for the link. Can I get it on my Kindle?
I'm praying for God to shower you with blessings, my friend....
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Money Talk
 | re: Money Management - IzUFaReel on 10/6/12 at 9:12 pm Bama, I know I sound REALLY hardheaded, but putting my tithes on hold is not an option. If I have to keep living check-to-check and one expense away from financial meltdown, then so be it. God will provide for what I need.
As for Ramsey, I'll definitely start reading his stuff. Y'all have convinc...
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Money Talk
 | re: Money Management - IzUFaReel on 10/6/12 at 8:58 pm It's OK. He can ridicule. I expected some of this when I originally posted the topic.
God bless him.
As for those who made well intentioned suggestions on cutting back on my tithes, I do appreciate the suggestion. My belief is that I'm not giving enough, though. I want to give more to tithes...
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Money Talk
 | re: Money Management - IzUFaReel on 10/6/12 at 1:35 pm [quote] TITHES 400 [/quote]
I disagree. And, if that's the difference in my saving money and going broke, then poverty isn't so bad.
I'm open to other suggestions, though....
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Money Talk
 | re: Money Management - IzUFaReel on 10/6/12 at 10:39 am [quote]Sounds like you're the perfect candidate for the Dave Ramsey plan.[/quote]
Perhaps. But, if I'm being honest, the problem with that problem is...me. I am just not good with handling my money. Straight up....
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Money Talk
 | re: Money Management - IzUFaReel on 10/6/12 at 10:37 am [quote]hire a money manager. they pay your bills and give you an allowance.[/quote]
Where can I find someone to manage my personal money? That's essentially what I feel I need, at least in the short-term.
Costs?...
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Money Talk
 | re: Money Management - IzUFaReel on 10/6/12 at 10:34 am Sorry, guys. Had password issues yesterday.
My breakdown is as follows:
RENT 1100
Habits 85
CHILD SUPPORT 400
CAR NOTE 330
Gas (in-home natural gas) 30
Electric 150
Mobile Phones 130
AUTO INSURANCE 190
Cable/Internet 125
Credit Cards (3) 200 approx./month
Personal Loan 190
Water/G...
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Money Talk
 | re: Money Management - IzUFaReel on 10/5/12 at 3:59 pm [quote]What is the breakdown on the 3k fixed bills? [/quote]
I'll be home in about an hour. I'll post that when I get there....
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Money Talk
 | re: Money Management - IzUFaReel on 10/5/12 at 3:55 pm [quote]save a cushion of cash that will allow you to live for 4-6 months if you lose your job[/quote]
So, save first, then pay down debt. Would that suggest to pay absolute minimums monthly until I get the savings up?...
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Money Talk
 | re: Money Management - IzUFaReel on 10/5/12 at 3:53 pm [quote]What is the etc. that you are speaking of?[/quote]
Let's see...car note, personal loan, credit cards, kids' activities...that's the bulk of the etc...
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Money Talk
 | re: Money Management - IzUFaReel on 10/5/12 at 3:51 pm [quote]are those #s for a month or a year?[/quote]
65K/year, 3K/month in fixed bills....
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Money Talk
 | re: Money Management - IzUFaReel on 10/5/12 at 3:49 pm [quote]It's just meant to say "duck", as it watch out for all of the negative posts... but I guess this isn't the OT so he should be fine. [/quote]
Right, male mallard = greenhead.
I was already on guard. Thought you were coming with a sarcastic photo. :lol:
It's all good. I expected nega...
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Money Talk
 | re: Money Management - IzUFaReel on 10/5/12 at 3:42 pm I have nothing set aside for the unexpected.
I try to set part of my budget as "Misc./Unknown." But, I still end up spending as much or more than what comes in.
My household income is about 65K. Four kids and fiancee, with about 3K in fixed bills (rent, utilities, etc...).
I'm trying to bu...
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Money Talk
 | re: Money Management - IzUFaReel on 10/5/12 at 3:27 pm I don't get the Greenhead reference, Swifty....
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Money Talk
 | re: Money Management - IzUFaReel on 10/5/12 at 3:26 pm [quote]Is the problem here that you can't/won't follow a budget or financial plan? [/quote]
No matter how much I try, I can't seem to do it. Something always "comes up." I know :violin:
However, I want to solve the problem and can't seem to do it on my own.
Thanks for the response!...
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Money Talk
 | Money Management - IzUFaReel on 10/5/12 at 2:50 pm I literally cannot manage my own money. Are there services that will essentially babysit my income and help me to spend wisely and save?...
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Tiger Rant
 | re: Insight from a Gator Fan, like you give a $@*% - IzUFaReel on 10/5/12 at 1:34 pm The truth of the matter is, none of us have an educated clue as to what we can expect tomorrow. That actually excites me. It really IS like a season opener.
Preseason and leading up to Game 4, we thought of Florida, SC, and ATM as build-ups to 11/3. After Games 4 & 5-- and with Florida's quick rise...
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