March 28, 2012
by Tom Barbour
Posts: 16
Does anyone remember the Economic Stimulus Act of 2008? Eligible taxpayers could receive up to $600 ($1,200 for married couples), but it phased out for annual incomes beginning at $75,000 and ending at $150,000. According to the White House fact … Continue reading
March 15, 2012
by Tom Barbour
Posts: 16
In 1 Timothy 6:6, the Apostle Paul says, “Now godliness with contentment is great gain. For we brought nothing into this world, and it is certain we can carry nothing out. And having food and clothing, with these we shall … Continue reading
March 1, 2012
by Tom Barbour
Posts: 16
When I began my financial planning practice in the mid-‘80s, Rich and Cindy were among my first clients. Rich was a fellow deacon in our church and also the lead lay teacher for the youth group. In his early thirties, … Continue reading
February 1, 2012
by Tom Barbour
Posts: 16
In his book Boomerang, Michael Lewis states, “A person on a diet who sensibly avoids coming face-to-face with a piece of chocolate cake will find it hard to control himself if the chocolate cake somehow finds him.” The term Madison … Continue reading
January 18, 2012
by Tom Barbour
Posts: 16
Previously I presented the Old Testament directives for giving; now we’ll turn to the New Testament. In Matthew 6 Jesus says this: “When you give to the needy, sound no trumpet before you, as the hypocrites do…” It is important … Continue reading