We addressed a fundamental concern that plagues all 20-somethings on Green Panda Treehouse this week. We discussed the issue of renting a property and some of the pros/cons. It’s important that young people understand what goes into renting. The common axiom that views renting as “throwing money” needs to be challenged and we are here to give you all of the important decisions to help you make the best decision for you.

The best articles from the Yakezie this week were:

1. Avoiding Financial Disaster – New Work, No Debt @ Canadian Finance Blog.

2. Monkeys and Retirement Planning @ Budgeting In The Fun Stuff.

3. Dividends… Explained! @ Young And Thrifty.

4. Would You Pay For An Extravagant Wedding? @ Everyday Tips and Thoughts.

5. How You Can Get Cheaper Auto Insurance @ Invest It Wisely.

6. Tip Inflation: We’ve Got Nobody to Blame But Ourselves @ Len Penzo.

7. The Comfortable Lifestyle Business or The Big Payout? @ Financial Samurai.

8. Debt Settlement Companies Can Easily Skirt New Rules @ Consumerism Commentary.

9. The hedged nature of early retirement extreme @ Early Retirement Extreme.

10. How to Prepare for Downsizing Within Your Company @ Free From Broke.

11. Using the Time Value of Money to Inspire You to Save @ Money Help For Christians.

12. Eight Win-Win Tips For Boomerang Kids and Their Parents @ PF By The Book.

13. 3 Ways to Supplement your Income with Online Earnings @ Financially Poor.

14. Reasons You Should and Shouldn’t Have a Credit Card @ One Money Design.

15. Focus On What’s Important @ Deliver Away Debt.

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