How Much Can You Afford?

March 24, 2009 by  
Filed under Spending

empty_pocketsWhen considering a purchase of goods or services, how many times have you asked yourself “How much can I afford?”

Or do you subconsciously avoid the question and go with a gut feeling?  That feeling is usually wrong. But you subconsciously knew that as well, didn’t you? Read more

The Tough Money Love “Can I Afford it?” Quiz

December 21, 2008 by  
Filed under Spending

Karen Datko over at the Smart Spending blog tipped us off to a nice summary published by the Strump of ten ways to tell if you can afford it.   The Strump’s list is excellent as far as it goes but Mr. ToughMoneyLove is now inspired to administer the second part of the affordability quiz.

So here are ten Tough Money Love ways to know when you can’t afford to buy something: Read more