I’m by no means rich, which means sometimes I have to settle for less. Like, I’m not really thinking about such grand luxuries as remarriages at this stage in my life. I’m more concerned with convincing the right girl I’m not some sort of waif.
But, alas, that’s the life of an impecunious intern and college student. Once I amass enough wealth, my first goal is to move out of my apartment building, buy it and level it (my second goal is to buy the choice items pictured at right). That purchase might take time, of course, but I’m convinced it would be the best fate for my apartment complex, an edifice of ugly.
I’ve lived in a horde of rentals. I’ve had noisy neighbors and have been the noisy neighbor, both of which are equally stressful. That’s why I’d like to one day become a homeowner. Continue reading ‘Life is rich’
As editorial intern, Mike writes the monthly employee page, edits content and talks to service providers for the Comparative Shopper column in
Angie's List magazine. His favorite place is the Appalachian Trail (except for the areas that have bears, snakes or birds). His favorite album is "London Calling" by the Clash.
If money management is a sport in which we’re all players, then I’m like some limp-wristed bench warmer in an oversized Michael Jordan jersey continually lobbing free throws at the wrong end of the court. I’ve never been good at keeping my finances straight; it’s been a long history of overdraft charges and living paycheck-to-paycheck ever since I’ve been old enough to hold a job. And while eleven years is enough time for most people to get a handle on the simple idea of debits and credits, my learning curve seems to be bending in the wrong direction. Continue reading ‘Money Talks…’
Lindsay is the publication assistant for
Angie's List magazine. She has a dog, Clio, whom she found on the street, pregnant, in front of the Blue House. Lindsay loves eating anything homemade, especially salads, and her favorite movie is The Constant Gardener. Coincidence? Her favorite place is the South of France.
I’m willing to do anything legal to save money. This includes moving in with an old family friend in order to save on rent. Here’s a picture of my good old buddy:
Continue reading ‘A Tip from My Thumbs’
Conor is an associate editor for
Angie's List magazine. He has a cat named Kanye and a puppy named Sherman, his favorite movie is
Back to the Future, he loves playing basketball and his favorite place is his couch.
