This post was published more than a few years ago (on 2008-01-21) and may contain inaccurate technical information, outmoded thoughts, or cringe takes. Proceed at your own risk.
8 Ways to Take Control of Your Finances in 2008:
> "The new year is a time for goals and resolutions. If one of your goals in 2008 is to take control of your money (instead of letting it keep control of you), this crash course in financial basics can help guide the way. Here’s a summary of everything I’ve learned about personal finance."
(Via Get Rich Slowly.)