I’m currently reading a book called Blink.  The book has taught me we aren’t always sure what places an idea in our head.  Instead of making up a good story about being inspired, I’ll simply state I have no idea where Freeconomy came from.  A quick Googling of the term did not spark my subconscious [...]

Yeah that’s right. If you haven’t been with me since the beginning this won’t look like much of an accomplishment. You might think differently when I tell you I paid for the car in less than a year. I drive no piece of crap either, this car was brand new when I bought it. The [...]

TARP was passed months ago.  It was originally pitched to Congress and taxpayers as a means to buy the bad loans away from banks.  The government would then work with the borrowers to sort out the bad stuff and the banks would be free to lend again.  Instead the Treasury is using the money to [...]

I want to thank everyone for their input as I compiled the Best of 2008, your help was greatly appreciated.  Ultimately, these are Weakonomics awards so I did have the final decision.  Thanks and see you next year!
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CNN Money put together a nice slide show of what they think are the dumbest moments of 2008 as they relate to business and the economy. Like most lists, even mine, some were great and others were a stretch. I’ve picked out a few of my favorites but make sure you click through [...]

Regular readers know that I’m a big proponent of credit cards.  I love them.  The credit card companies don’t love me though.  They don’t make any money off of me.  Last year, I signed up for the Chase Freedom Rewards card because they offer cash back on every purchase you make.  Fast food, grocery, and [...]

If you recall, I told you I got engaged.  I that post I also talked about how I paid for the engagement ring (and wedding ring).  I was offered 10% off if I took advantage of their credit card program.  Not only would I get 10% off, but I could go 6 months without making [...]

“Peter: Forget them, Wendy. Forget them all. Come with me where you’ll never, never have to worry about grown up things again. “
Unless of course those grown up things happen to be molestation charges and foreclosure.  Wendy shouldn’t have listened to Peter, Wendy should have just gone to Disney Land and met the cartoon rodents.

Neverland [...]