Carnival of Personal Finance #182 – Don’t Go Broke Over The Holidays Edition

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With the holidays coming up it’s real tempting to go all out and decorate to the nine’s, get presents for everyone, and basically throw caution to the wind in getting in the holiday spirit. Problem is it can also get you into deep financial trouble too!

Without further ado here is the carnival and some tips to keep you Free From Broke:

: Use cash to keep yourself from getting into credit debt.

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Editor’s Picks

Blueprint for Financial Prosperity tells us about Your Financial Network Map. This is an interesting idea to look at all of your financial accounts.

Almost Frugal asks How Old Are You Financially? A great metaphor for where we are are with our personal finances.

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Our Financial Planner tells us about Monitoring Mutual Fund Expenses. You may not realize your mutual fund has leeks in it which will reduce your return.

Finance and Fat teaches us Simple Steps for a Cash Only Christmas. I love it!

Mighty Bargain Hunter explains why Bailouts Hurt Our Standard of Living. Great reasons why moving away from a free market doesn’t help us.

Prime Time Money tells us How To Figure Out Your Net Worth. A nice easy equation.

Finance

Retire At 40 presents Does Your Bank Have a Broken Business Model?

The Financial Blogger explains A Banker’s Perspective on the Banking Industry.

Frugle in the Fruitlands writes College Costs in Challenging Economic Times: Why Sticker Price Means Nothing.

Debt

Buy Like Buffett gives us Credit Card Companies Are Putting the Squeeze On Loyal Customers

Go To Retirement tells us Striving for a Mortgage-Free Life.

Debt Goal presents Watch TV, Go into Debt?!?

Accumulating Money tells us about Student Loan Consolidation.

: DIY – Get creative and make gifts, cards, and wrapping paper yourself and wth the kids. Not only can it be cheaper but it also gives a great personal touch!

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Investing

MoneyNing lets us know Why Investing in Stocks This Year Was Not a Financial Mistake.

ABC’s of Investing presents What Are Exchange Traded Funds (ETF’s)?

Dividends4Life tells us about 5 Dividend Stocks to Watch.

Thrive from Good to Grow tells us that Gambling is a Bad Investment.

Online Investing AI Blog Lets us know How to Invest in Good Luck.

Carckerjack Greenback gives us A Closer Look at a 100% Diversified Stock Portfolio.

Investing School presents Investing With Leverage (or Margin).

Dividend Growth Investor tells us about Dividends and the Great Depression.

Amateur Asset Allocator asks Should Young Investors Be 100% Stocks?

Everyday Finance says Rude Awakening in Store for Mutual Fund Holders this Year.

Personal Finance Analyst presents I Series Bonds: An Alternative to Traditional Savings Accounts?

Saving

Stumble Forward lists 10 Quick Ways to Load Up Your Emergency Fund.

Single Guy Money tells us about the SingleGuyMoney Savings Challenge.

Deposit Accounts presents An Overlooked Way to Save Money.

Frugality

IowaHippieChicks tells us about A Cool Frugal Gift Idea.

The Digerati Life lists Best Coupon Sites for Online Shoppers.

Living Almost Large questions Is it Wrong to Nickel and Dime?

Squawkfox presents 8 Homemade Gifts in a Jar.

Cash Money Life writes Christmas Shopping – Black Friday, Cyber Monday, and Beyond.

Money Smart Life tells us to Save Money on Movie Rentals – From Free Movies to Blockbuster Online.

Pecuniarities presents Two Natural and Economical Ways to Shed Dry Winter Skin.

Beyond Paycheck to Paycheck enlightens us with Car Are Underrated.

The Personal Financier gives us The Wine Industry: A Lesson in Marketing.

Happiness Is Better presents Frugalicious.

The Smarter Wallet gives 11 Ways to Save Money on Crafts and Creative DIY Projects.

Greener Pastures lists 54 Discounts on 54 Eco Friendly Gifts.

: Make a budget for gifts and keep to it!

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Career

Life of an Internet Entrepreneur points out 8 Ways to Improve Your Life by Working From a Home Office.

Free Money Finance lets us know How to Derail Your Job Search.

Funny About Money looks into Turning What you Love Into a Second Income Stream.

The Strump says How to Get Paid What You’re Worth.

M is for Money tells us My Money Mistake #2 – Didn’t Negotiate Salary.

Intelligent Speculator presents Finance/Business Graduates? Good Luck and Welcome Aboard.

Credit

Minding My Own Business tells us about Money Management – Selecting a Credit Card for Your Money Handler.

Discover Debt Freedom asks Looking for the Best Vredit Card Offer?

Taking Charge informs of The Downside of Giving Up Plastic: Purchase Protection.

Ask Mr Credit Card questions Should You Pay a Fee to Use Your Credit Card?

The Credit Toolbox says Be Honest, But Not Too Honest.

Taxes

My Journey to Millions lets us know IRS Increases the Amount You Can Save in a Qualified Account for 2009.

: Price check online to make sure you are getting the best deal. Also check product reviews to make sure you are getting an item that lasts.

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Economy

Both Sides of the Pond asks Is Timing Everything.

Saving To Invest says I Want My Bailout Too and Here’s Why.

Passive Family Income screams Attention Walmart – Shame on You!

Save and Conquer tells about Foreclosure Vandalism.

The Happy Rock presents Fred Thompson’s Commentary on the Economy nd the Bailout.

Sun’s Financial Diary tells us Monthly Unemployment Rate at 15 Year High.

No Debt Plan writes Should You Support Local Businesses at All Costs?

Money Management

Think Your Way to Wealth gives 10 Tips for a Financially Stress Free Christmas.

Karen Chan asks us Debit or Credit?

Saving Advice presents Dave Ramsey Falters in a Crummy Economy.

My Money Blog gives us Rules For Handling Financial Issues with Extended Family.

Budgets Are Sexy tells us It’s All About the Credit Cards Baby, 4 Steps to Success.

American Consumer News teaches Stepping into Better Money Management.

Dough Roller presents Money Management in Action: How to Make More than $800 in 10 Minutes.

Earn What You Spend tells us about Living Within your Means.

Growing Money writes My Coinstar Experience.

Budgeting

Money Tree explains Why You Need a Budget.

Bridging the Gaap presents BTG’s Free Holiday and Christman Excel Budget Template.

: If you do use credit cards make sure you don’t exceed an amount you can payoff when your bill comes in. Make it your holiday not the credit card company’s!

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Real Estate

Chief Family Officer tells us We’re Finally Re-Financing Our Mortgage.

Searchlight Crusade informs of Adverse Possession.

My Wealth Builder presents Mortgage Rates Are Falling.

Other

Monogamoney presents Save Money: Don’t Get Hit By a Car.

Insurance Toolbox asks Is Long Term Insurance a Wise Choice For You?

Tough Money Love tells us Dispensing Money Advice (or not) to “Help Resistant” Family and Friends.

Broke Grad Students lists 3 Things Every Parent Should Know Before Buying Gifts for College.

Reviews

Stop Buying Crap tells us E-Trade Bank Savings Account Review.

I hope you enjoyed this edition of the Carnival of Personal Finance. Next week’s edition will be hosted by The Frugal Duchess. You can submit your article here. Have a great holiday season!

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