New Year Resolutions

Dec 30, 2011 by Kurt

Clearly the marketing geniuses have latched on to the idea that lists attract Americans. 5 Ways to Earn Money at Home! 9 Tips for Flatter Abs! 6 Dream Vacations on a Budget! And so, never one to be left behind by the latest marketing trends, and with tongue only slightly in cheek, Money Counselor presents:

20 Things to Avoid in 2012 to End the Year With More Money Than You Have Now

1. CNBC
2. Best Buy
3. Purchasing a new car
4. Leasing a car
5. Whole life insurance
6. Accessories
7. Relying on government
8. Espresso
9. Anything sold through an infomercial
10. Adopting hobbies with a name including the letters f, l, g, and o
11. The Eurozone
12. Tobacco and tobacco-like products
13. Lawyers
14. Owning a boat
15. Supplements
16. Befriending people who think spending money and fun are the same
17. Extended warranties
18. Shopping malls
19. Casinos
20. Stock brokers

What’s on your list for 2012?