Comments for Mapgirl's Fiscal Challenge

Comment on June 2009 Goal Update by mapgirl

mapgirl — Fri, 03 Jul 2009 21:47:52 +0000

Hi Boston - No, legally in the state of Virginia under the VRLTA, I have to return interest on a security deposit held more than 13 months. It’s not incentive for anything really because in 2009 the interest rate is set for 0%. I am doing it so that I always have it if they move out.

Comment on June 2009 Goal Update by Boston

Boston — Thu, 02 Jul 2009 23:12:03 +0000

That is an interesting idea dealing with your renter. I’ve got one rental property but I’ve never thought about taking the deposit and basically investing for the renter as an incentive if they stay….is that what you do? Maybe you’ve already posted something about it, but this is the first time I’ve seen your blog so I’d love to hear more.

Comment on What I Do to Live Frugally by shine

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Comment on I Got Scammed By Craiglist by James

James — Wed, 01 Jul 2009 19:30:30 +0000

Hey MG,

It sounds like your privacy is very important to you. That said, it doesn’t really sound like its all that bad. And if you keep your other information close to your vest, you should be okay.

Thanks,

James

Comment on Flushing a Balance Transfer Offer by Moneymonk

Moneymonk — Tue, 30 Jun 2009 16:59:58 +0000

It’s amazing what one phone can do. Be quick to take action

It will be funny if your sibling calls back and need the money for something else, lol

Comment on Quick Question: Snowflake or Car Downpayment? by Abhi

Abhi — Tue, 30 Jun 2009 07:41:46 +0000

Pay off the debt.. no brainer. you dont need the new car, you want it but you can make do after your emergency saving fund is built up

Comment on Glad To Be Of Assistance by Sistah Ant

Sistah Ant — Tue, 30 Jun 2009 01:04:06 +0000

It’s got a be a good feeling to be able to be there for your family in that way.

Comment on Glad To Be Of Assistance by SingleGuyMoney

SingleGuyMoney — Mon, 29 Jun 2009 22:42:14 +0000

It’s always nice to be able to help out the one’s that have helped you.

Comment on Glad To Be Of Assistance by bethh

bethh — Mon, 29 Jun 2009 20:12:34 +0000

That’s such a great feeling! I was able to help out my sister a couple of times in the past by giving her some money. I was happy to be able to do so, and I know she has paid it forward to at least one friend, now that she’s on her feet financially.

Comment on I Got Scammed By Craiglist by MoneyMateKate

MoneyMateKate — Sat, 27 Jun 2009 16:30:50 +0000

It’s not scam - it’s more like spam. The woman’s agency probably has a cheap admin whose job it is to post constantly. In NYC, we pretty much expect a bait-and-switch from agents, e.g. “the apartment you asked about has just been taken, but I have appointments at similar properties in the same neighborhood”.

As for the tip about anonymized email addresses - you do NOT want to put an actual email address on craigslist. Not because of the creeps, but because you’ll get all kinds of dumbass spam that I’m fairly certain = scam because all the emails offering to build me a website or get me out of debt (heck, those folks are even emailing us anonymized posters!) look exactly the same - different email address and name, but identical formatting and near-identical wording.

Comment on Tough Conversation With My Mom by cynthia

cynthia — Sat, 27 Jun 2009 12:07:16 +0000

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Cynthia Kurtz
Well… I visit your website first time and found this site very useful and interesting! Well… you guys doing nice work and I just want to say that keep rocking and keep it up!!!!

Comment on Happy Hour Recap by MoneyEnergy

MoneyEnergy — Sat, 27 Jun 2009 03:19:47 +0000

Sounds like fun - I’m sure it was a very frugal time with all you finance bloggers! Didn’t know Craig from BudgetPulse was in DC, too. I haven’t been to DC yet, amazingly (been to at least 24 other states), but hope to get there soon.

Comment on Follow Up on the Craigslist Scam Post by dogatemyfinances

dogatemyfinances — Fri, 26 Jun 2009 20:38:45 +0000

Forget the registrar of deeds. This is probably someone who knows her messing with her. I wouldn’t get any more involved if I were you.

Comment on I Got Scammed By Craiglist by Tim

Tim — Fri, 26 Jun 2009 20:30:22 +0000

The title is misleading, because Craigslist didn’t scam you, the scam artist did. Maybe a change from “by” to “on”.

Comment on I Got Scammed By Craiglist by Jerry

Jerry — Fri, 26 Jun 2009 09:02:29 +0000

I love craigslist, too (mostly) but we have had some issues, as well. Our posts have been flagged for no good reason other than people wanting to get rid of the competition. I’m not aware of being able to do anything about this. Our house is now rented but I did swear that if it happened again that it might lead to assault on someone. It’s so rude! It is a free service and there’s no insurance that you won’t have people trying to make make trouble for no good reason. I hope you find a good place soon.
Jerry