Saturday, April 5, 2014

April 4 - Online Discussion Question 4

What are some things you can do to "stand out" from the rest of the candidates when seeking a job?

April 4 - Online Discussion Question 3

How can having a job you enjoy make a difference in your financial future?

April 4 - Online Discussion Question 2

What can you do to find a career direction to pursue if you don’t know what you want to do?

April 4 - Online Discussion Question 1

Describe your feelings if you were stuck in a job you didn’t like, but had to stay because of financial responsibilities?

Monday, March 31, 2014

March 28 - Online Discussion Question 4

Where are some places YOU look for good deals?

March 28 - Online Discussion Question 3

Your friend Duncan just bought a top-of-the-line mountain bike and paid with cash, like Dave recommends. He listed his old one online. A buyer expressed interest in the bike. You heard Duncan describe the old bike as “like new.” You know that the bike’s front-wheel fork once snapped and had to be welded. With new paint, the weld is invisible. The buyer passed, but you remind Duncan what Dave teaches about buying and selling bargains. What did you tell him?

March 28 - Online Discussion Question 2

In January, Aaron and Hannah moved and bought a new house with a 15-year fixed mortgage, just like Dave teaches. They needed some furniture. Hannah found what she wanted at a high-end store. She is ready to buy, credit card in hand, when she realized she’d better call Aaron. He tells her he’ll be right there, and then he calls you, the only local person he knows. Where can they look to get a better deal? What can he suggest to Hannah to keep her from acting in haste?

March 28 - Online Discussion Question 1

Jason and Beth are married and don’t have any kids yet. They are out of debt except for their house, and have a full emergency fund. But Beth’s car has sputtered its last breath. Fortunately, she’s found a great car for $8,000. Beth only has $7,500 to spend. Explain to Beth three negotiating techniques she can use to get the deal she’s looking for.