Friday Finance Findings for May 29th

Just a few quick updates before getting into this week’s links. There are a few special offers ending in the next day or two, so if you were looking at getting in on these you’ll need to act fast.

First, the $25 Ohio 529 plan bonus. Don’t forget that you can receive $25 just for opening an account with $25 and then receive another $25 for each referral. So, depending on how many accounts you open you could stand to make quite a few bucks. This offer is good through May 31st.

Next, we have the Quicken sale going on for just a few more days. Here you can score a copy of one of the Quicken 2009 products for 33% off or more. If you’ve been thinking about getting a financial management program, check out Quicken by May 31st. In addition, you can still try out Quicken Online for free.

5 Secrets To Sustaining Good Financial Habits – We often think of habits as bad, but there are good habits also. When it comes to your money, creating some good financial habits can set you up for success over the long run.

Pathetic Propane Portions – As I mentioned in the comments of this article, I think we came up short on our last propane tank refill. It’s a shame how common it probably is since most people have no idea whether or not their tank is actually full.

Tips to Building and Maintaining a Good Credit History – Whether we like it or not, your credit history is important, and it is becoming even more important. Learn how to help build and maintain your own solid credit history.

55 Best Ways To Save Money: Frugal Ideas From Our Readers – Everyone loves a good collection of tips, so here are 55 reader submitted ways to save money.

Help a Reader: Keep the House or Save for Retirement? – Sometimes we are faced with very difficult decisions. One of Madison’s readers is faced with trying to keep their house vs. retirement. There are no easy answers, but any additional input is welcome.

5 Money Rules from Liz Weston – Liz Weston is quite popular in the personal finance world so when she speaks, most people listen. This time she has 5 money rules that everyone should try to live by.

Finding Your Passion – Have you found your passion? Most of us may enjoy what we do, or maybe we hate our jobs, but it isn’t so easy to always find your passion. Here are some tips and a discussion to help you find yours.

On Being Homeless – Oh no! Brip Blap is homeless. Don’t worry, he didn’t go broke because of Bernie Madoff or anything, but he’s in the transition between living arrangements and shares some of his thoughts.

Give Yourself A Mid-Year Paycheck Increase – Can you believe we’re nearly half way through 2009 already? Pretty amazing. My Two Dollars has a tip to help you give yourself a little paycheck boost.

10 Free iPhone Apps to Help You Make the Most of Your Money – I don’t have an iPhone, but if I did, I’m sure I’d fill it with financial apps. Here are 10 apps you can get for free that can help you make the most of your money.

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