Tinker Buck the Norm : Financial Empowerment

For Love or Money

Posted on July 29, 2010 | 0 Comments

As a new member of the married club, my husband and I had the obligatory conversation about our spending habits, budgeting and credit history. Needless to say, it quickly became a subject of tension and frustration, but it was also very liberating. It opened up the lines of communication concerning finances, forced us to evaluate our individual spending practices, and forced us to develop a spending plan as a couple. Read more »

Stay Smart: Inspect Your Credit Report

Posted on July 22, 2010 | 0 Comments

So it’s smack dab in the middle of summer and boy am I loving it! Spending weekends at the pool, cooking out on the grill and doing the things I love without having to think of homework, tests, or anything school-related at all is one of the more satisfying things in life. Read more »

Slim Your Waist, Not Your Wallet

Posted on July 14, 2010 | 0 Comments

1001…1002…1003! Oh hey, Buck The Normers! I was just working out my muscles. Getting ripped, pumping the iron and getting ready for the gun show. No, really I was sitting here thinking about eating a cheeseburger…mmmmm cheeseburgers. Read more »

Budgeting = FREEDOM

Posted on June 25, 2010 | 1 Comment

So I am new here at Buck the Norm, and you guys might just think I’m crazy but hang with me for a minute. I’m convinced that budgeting is actually one of the more freeing things in life. Read more »

Picture Me Rollin'

Posted on June 8, 2010 | 2 Comments

A couple of weeks ago a wicked hailstorm passed through Oklahoma City. I happened to be at one of the local movie theaters at the time and my car was beat up pretty bad. The next day I called my insurance company (always fun) and I began the process of filing a claim for the damage. Long story short, the folks at my insurance company determined that my car was a total loss. Awesome (note the sarcasm). Read more »

Congratulations…You’re Fired!

Posted on May 18, 2010 | 0 Comments

You’re fired…let go…terminated! Some of you will hear these words at least once in your lifetime. This could be because the company is going in a different direction, your position is no longer needed, company cut backs, or the fact that you couldn’t cut it at your job. Read more »

Go Green While Saving Green

Posted on May 4, 2010 | 0 Comments

Everywhere you look, it seems as if everyone is “going green.” I think it’s a great idea to preserve our planet’s sustainable resources—but it would be even better if we could save some money while doing so! Read more »

Man's Best Friend

Posted on April 14, 2010 | 0 Comments

If you’re like me, you grew up owning some type of pet. I grew up in southern Oklahoma, in the country, so we always had dogs. I love ‘em. They can be some of the most loyal friends you’ll ever have. I haven’t owned a dog in a long time so I decided that I’m going to get myself one. Read more »

Let the Voting Begin!

Posted on March 29, 2010 | 2 Comments

The time to submit your video for the 3rd Annual Buck the Norm Video Scholarship Contest is now over! Thanks to all the superstars that entered but hang tight because this contest is still not over! Now we need to hear what you think! Read more »

No, but I got a great personality!

Posted on March 24, 2010 | 0 Comments

As many of you are about to graduate in less then two months and give up whatever little happiness you had left…er…I mean get a full time job, your resume will play a big factor in whatever you do. Here are some great tips from the guys and gals over at yahoo hotjobs on what great resume should consist of. Read more »

Hittin' the Road

Posted on March 16, 2010 | 0 Comments

I’ve been out of college for a while now and since I don’t get a spring break anymore I was feeling the urge to get out of the city for a couple of days and enjoy some warmer weather. This winter has been unusually ridiculous and the idea of getting some time outside sounded like a good way to cure cabin fever. Read more »

I went on vacation and all I got was my house broken into and my stuff stolen!

Posted on February 23, 2010 | 0 Comments

I love you Facebook/Twitter/Google Buzz, I really do. You give me a reason to be important…well to the 10 people that added me or follow me. You’re fun to post pictures and make believe that I can one day become a real farmer if I can just get enough virtual seeds but lately you have not been that awesome. Read more »

Save Money with Your Honey

Posted on February 8, 2010 | 0 Comments

Just when you thought the gift-giving season was over, it’s already February and Valentine’s Day is right around the corner. According to MSN Money Americans are expected to spend $14.7 billion on V-Day festivities! Read more »

New Year, New Savings

Posted on December 28, 2009 | 0 Comments

So the New Year is upon us once again. Time to forget the old and say hello to the new, time to revaluate one’s own path and make the necessary changes needed. You always hear people making resolutions to quit smoking, lose weight, get organized and enjoy life more. While those are great goals, one in particular should be on top of that list…let’s all say it together GET OUT OF DEBT!!!! Read more »

“Did, umm... did Caesar live here?”

Posted on December 21, 2009 | 0 Comments

In celebration of The Hangover being released on DVD last week I’ll be posting the final installment of my series on buying your first house. I’m going to cover the home inspection, homeowners insurance and the closing. Don’t worry. I’ll be quick. Read more »