Carpooling has been suggested as a solution to alleviate increasing gas prices. The problem is that finding someone to carpool with is a difficult task requiring much research into whether the driver is dependable, etc. Except for major cities it is even to time-consuming/costly to get a cab. Thus today it is highly convenient to [...]
When Good People Give Bad Financial Advice
Published in November 28th, 2010
In this guest post Hunter Nuttall talks about the challenges of giving financial advice. Although well intended, some advice can be ill suited for the person or just plain wrong. It is something we should all be aware of whether we are giving advice or taking it. If you like this post and want to [...]
This week’s meetups: Berkeley, CA and Oahu, Waikiki
Published in November 24th, 2010
See Berkeley thread and Oahu/Waikiki thread for details. Remember to check those threads for last minute cancellations. Also see the newest reviews at Phil Brewer/Wisebread Canadian Dream: Free at 45 Beating Broke Permaculture Australia Check out the graphs at the last one. If I had actual land (other than planters), I would pursue permaculture as [...]
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