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re: Les needs to stand up & be a MAN!!

Posted by IzUFaReel on 10/7/12 at 7:02 pm
[link=(http://http://youtu.be/RjF93E4LjlA)]I'M A MAN! I'M 40!![/link]...

re: Isn't player execution coaching ?

Posted by 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....
[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?"...
[quote]TS is not the place to vent dissatisfaction. That's what the Rant is for.[/quote] THIS!...

re: Money Management

Posted by 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...

re: Money Management

Posted by 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....

re: Money Management

Posted by 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....

re: Money Management

Posted by 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....

re: Money Management

Posted by IzUFaReel on 10/6/12 at 9:30 pm
Thank you so much!...

re: Money Management

Posted by 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....

re: Money Management

Posted by 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...

re: Money Management

Posted by 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...

re: Money Management

Posted by 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....

re: Money Management

Posted by 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....

re: Money Management

Posted by 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?...

re: Money Management

Posted by 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...

re: Money Management

Posted by 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....

re: Money Management

Posted by 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?...

re: Money Management

Posted by 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... ...

re: Money Management

Posted by 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....