Originally Posted by
Marathon Man
1) do keep spread sheets
2) pay everything all the time on time or way early
3) repeat #2
4) only float what you are prepared to float
5)only risk what you are prepared to lose
6) learn the rules of things like the FDIC, Atty General, small claims courts in your state...
7) never lose
MSing makes you better with finances and teaches you such things
6 & 7 don't come into play at, shall we say, half-marathon levels. ^^ to the rest. I manage around 40 credit cards for my wife and I and spend about 15 minutes once a week checking and paying them. All are paid early and often, usually before the statement posts.