Here we go with the second round of Free Money Finance March Money Madness (to follow all the action click on my March Money Madness category link and scroll down to read all the posts involved in this subject.)
I've listed each "game" (one post versus another) in segments along with the wording provided by the author when the post was submitted. I've also listed a keyword after each post title to make it easy to vote (as a made-up example, you can just comment: Game 1: Saving; Game 2: Investing, etc.) Be sure to comment which one you like the best out of each set of two -- you will help determine the winner! Criteria for the best article is somewhat subjective, but you can use these factors as a guide: 1) practicality of the post 2) how interesting/provocative/unique it is, 3) the "personal-ness" of it and 4) its impact on net worth.
Here are today's games:
GAME 7
- How to Start Investing | A Step By Step Guide for Newbie Investors (Newbie) - Many people find the investing world a complicated and frustrating puzzle. This post tackles this broad topic by breaking it down into easy to understand steps that will help someone how is new to investing.
VERSUS
- Doing What You Love, or Loving What You Do? (Love) - So many people think the key to financial success is pursuing a career in something they love. However, for many people, especially those who are already established in their careers, it may not be realistic to find employment that pays well enough in a field they love. So what is the alternative? Do your best to love what you are already doing.
GAME 8
- Enjoy March Madness 2011 College Basketball on a Dime (Dime) - This post describes how to enjoy some of the best seats to a March Madness game for practically nothing. Often we work hard to save our money to enjoy great seats at sporting events. By having some patience and humility, you can enjoy the great seats without wasting your hard earned money. Find out how I watched THE classic 2010 March Madness game between Kansas St. and Xavier from the 7th row for less than a Dime.
VERSUS
- Want to Buy a Home? Do Your Prep Work to Ace Mortgage Approval (Approval) - When trying to buy a house, many consumers share their financial information with lenders to determine their eligibility for a home loan. They know that a few factors are put together like pieces of a puzzle, but they may not realize they have the ability to control those puzzle pieces before applying in order to gain approval for a mortgage that fits their needs and pocketbook. This article helps consumers be prepared and knowledgeable by illustrating how income, assets, credit and debt can paint a portrait of fiscal responsibility and pave the way to homeownership.
game 7 - love
game 8 - approval
Posted by: amberto | March 02, 2011 at 10:18 AM
Game 7: Newbie
Game 8: Approval
Posted by: Victoria | March 02, 2011 at 10:18 AM
Game 8-Approval
Posted by: Katie | March 02, 2011 at 10:21 AM
Game 7 - Newbie
Game 8 - Approval
Posted by: Craig | March 02, 2011 at 10:22 AM
Game 7 - Newbie
Game 8 - Dime
Posted by: Paul @ Sports on a Dime | March 02, 2011 at 10:24 AM
Game 8 - Approval
Posted by: Vicki | March 02, 2011 at 10:25 AM
Game 7 - Love
Game 8 - Approval
Posted by: Crystal @ BFS | March 02, 2011 at 10:25 AM
Game 8 - Approval
Posted by: Kyle | March 02, 2011 at 10:29 AM
Game 7: Newbie
Game 8: Approval
Posted by: Frank the Tank | March 02, 2011 at 10:37 AM
Game 7: NEWBIE
Game 8: DIME
Posted by: Joe Valdez | March 02, 2011 at 10:40 AM
Game 7: Love
Game 8: Approval
Posted by: Everyday Tips | March 02, 2011 at 10:44 AM
Love
Dime
Posted by: Heather | March 02, 2011 at 10:47 AM
Game 7: Love
Game 8: Dime
Posted by: Cindy Bilbao | March 02, 2011 at 10:52 AM
Game 7 - LOVE
Game 8 - APPROVAL
Posted by: Jen | March 02, 2011 at 10:59 AM
7 - Love
8 - Dime
Posted by: Bryce | March 02, 2011 at 11:03 AM
Game 7 Love
Game 8 DIME
Posted by: Sean | March 02, 2011 at 11:04 AM
Game 7 newbie
Game 8 dime
Posted by: Amy Fredricksen | March 02, 2011 at 11:14 AM
Game 7 newbie
Game 8 dime
Posted by: Christie Zervos | March 02, 2011 at 11:15 AM
Game 7 newbie
Game 8 dime
Posted by: Nichole A. Fitzgarrald | March 02, 2011 at 11:15 AM
Game 7 newbie
Game 8 dime
Posted by: Jerry Fredricksen | March 02, 2011 at 11:16 AM
Game 7 LOVE
Game 8 APPROVAL
Posted by: Matt Cardwell | March 02, 2011 at 11:16 AM
Game 7 newbie
Game 8 dime
Posted by: Jermaine Aumua | March 02, 2011 at 11:17 AM
Game 7 newbie
Game 8 dime
Posted by: Jerry Avia | March 02, 2011 at 11:18 AM
Game 7 newbie
Game 8 dime
Posted by: Andi Pitcher | March 02, 2011 at 11:21 AM
Game 7 newbie
Game 8 dime
Posted by: Arlynn Lawrence | March 02, 2011 at 11:22 AM
Game 7 newbie
Game 8 dime
Posted by: Beau Bridge | March 02, 2011 at 11:23 AM
Game 7 newbie
Game 8 dime
Posted by: Becky Ahlander | March 02, 2011 at 11:24 AM
Game 7 newbie
Game 8 dime
Posted by: Thone Heppler | March 02, 2011 at 11:25 AM
Game 7 newbie
Game 8 dime
Posted by: Brandon Mull | March 02, 2011 at 11:26 AM
Game 7 - LOVE
Game 8 - APPROVAL
Posted by: Brianne Winegar | March 02, 2011 at 11:27 AM
Game 7 - LOVE
Game 8 - APPROVAL
Posted by: Brittany Willis | March 02, 2011 at 11:28 AM
Game 7: Newbie
Game 8: Approval
Posted by: Christine Latham | March 02, 2011 at 11:30 AM
Game 7: Newbie
Game 8: Approval
Posted by: Cindy Gilbert | March 02, 2011 at 11:31 AM
Game 7: Newbie
Game 8: Approval
Posted by: Clyda Harrison | March 02, 2011 at 11:32 AM
Game 7: Newbie
Game 8: Approval
Posted by: Danmcguff | March 02, 2011 at 11:32 AM
Game 7: Love
Game 8: Dime
Posted by: Courtney Magness | March 02, 2011 at 11:33 AM
Game 7: Love
Game 8: Dime
Posted by: Lisa Chang | March 02, 2011 at 11:34 AM
Game 7: Love
Game 8: Dime
Posted by: Danny Teo | March 02, 2011 at 11:35 AM
Game 7: Love
Game 8: Dime
Posted by: Dayna giles | March 02, 2011 at 11:36 AM
Game 7: Love
Game 8: Dime
Posted by: Debbie Berg | March 02, 2011 at 11:38 AM
Game 7: Love
Game 8: Dime
Posted by: Deete Arias | March 02, 2011 at 11:39 AM
Game 7: Love
Game 8: Dime
Posted by: Dianne Borman | March 02, 2011 at 11:40 AM
Game 7: Love
Game 8: Dime
Posted by: Derek Roney | March 02, 2011 at 11:41 AM
Game 7: Love
Game 8: Dime
Posted by: Jessie Dyer | March 02, 2011 at 11:43 AM
Game 7: Love
Game 8: Dime
Posted by: Elizabeth | March 02, 2011 at 11:45 AM
Game 7: Love
Game 8: Dime
Posted by: Donneell Johnson | March 02, 2011 at 11:47 AM
Game 7: Newbie
Game 8: Dime
Posted by: Birdimus | March 02, 2011 at 11:47 AM
Game 7: Love
Game 8: Dime
Posted by: Sai | March 02, 2011 at 11:49 AM
game 8: Approval
Posted by: esmith | March 02, 2011 at 12:12 PM
game 8 approval
Posted by: sam | March 02, 2011 at 12:17 PM