Tour de Personal Finance, Stage 1, Posts 39-42

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• My Brand New Car (Car): If you enjoy personal finance advice that challenges conventional thinking (i.e. always buy used), check out this post on why I bought a brand new car.  I may have just had bad luck, but used vehicles don’t work for me.  When I buy new, I know all the regular service is being done on a timely basis and I know how the car has been driven.  I’m leery of cars being sold that are only one or two years old – what is the matter with them?  You might think I’m an idiot, but ultimately my time and (especially) my peace of mind are much more important in this case than saving some money.

• What The Piano Tuner Taught Me (Piano): You can learn a lot from a person by their chosen profession even if that profession is not something you fully understand or are familiar with. Their passion, their spirit, their seemingly perfect fit with the intricate details involved – these things are clear when someone truly loves what they do. That and much more is what I learned from Howard the piano tuner. Read this article to learn more! 

• How I Make Money Blogging (Money): I enjoy blogging more than anything else I’ve ever done as a hobby or job in my life.  My online community is one of the first things I look forward to in the morning and blogging is the last thing I do almost every night.  This post covers how I made nearly $6000 between February and December 2010 doing what I love.  I have since banked another $15,000 and am have started making $3000 or more every month.  Check out how I am turning a hobby into my full time career!

• What Is Your Favorite Board Game To Teach Financial Literacy (Game): Many families recognize the bonding experiences possible, educational & entertainment value, and inexpensiveness of having a regular family game night at home. Playing family games that also teach financial concepts is an excellent way to have fun while helping your kids (and sometimes yourselves!) learn and practice financial concepts. This article analyzes five board games, telling you what the game can teach you and your family about finance; detailing little known facts about the game and sharing our personal experiences with the game.