Prelude to a national sales tax? Maybe not, but new IRS rules mean credit card companies and online payment processors now must report the transactions they manage.
Budgeting can be difficult. For some people (like me!), it brings up things that they may not want to see. For others, it's a necessary but frustrating tool to curtail spending, or a painful reminder of how much they overspent, yet again. [more]
In response to the recent credit squeeze, the Federal Reserve did something unusual: they cut the discount rate without cutting the federal funds rate.
The federal funds rate is the rate at [more]
As important as it is to save money, it’s just as important to spend it wisely. And that means that sometimes, it makes sense to pay more for a brand-name item.
Today we found articles on how to stop overspending with friends, what you need to know about crowdfunded real estate, and ways to set a realistic budget for your household.
The media covers tragedies like Wal-Mart tramplings, but they've neglected thriving communities on the web who'll stop at nothing to get the deals they're delirious about. We're —
More aggressive and less conventional than typical retirement plans, guerrilla retirement goes beyond the 401(k). Here's how to prepare for your own guerrilla retirement.
A few months ago I shared a coupon code for Restaurant.com that allowed 80% off on their already discounted gift certificates, and that post was quite popular. Today I found that
It seems like back-to-school "must buy" lists get longer every year, but that doesn't mean this end-of-summer shopping tradition has to empty your wallet.
Today we found some awesome articles on getting the most bang for your college buck, pet services you can do yourself, and saving money by toting snacks.
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Decoding The New Tax Rules For Merchants
Prelude to a national sales tax? Maybe not, but new IRS rules mean credit card companies and online payment processors now must report the transactions they manage.
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Budgeting for the rest of us, or How to follow a budget without breaking down in tears
Budgeting can be difficult. For some people (like me!), it brings up things that they may not want to see. For others, it's a necessary but frustrating tool to curtail spending, or a painful reminder of how much they overspent, yet again. [more]
5 Times Trying to Negotiate Can Backfire
Getting "No" for an answer isn't the only risk of negotiating. Prevent your demands from backfiring by knowing when to hold 'em.
Federal Reserve cuts the discount rate
In response to the recent credit squeeze, the Federal Reserve did something unusual: they cut the discount rate without cutting the federal funds rate. The federal funds rate is the rate at [more]
When to Buy Brand Names: Sometimes, the Splurge Is Worth It
As important as it is to save money, it’s just as important to spend it wisely. And that means that sometimes, it makes sense to pay more for a brand-name item.
Best Money Tips: How to Stop Overspending With Friends
Today we found articles on how to stop overspending with friends, what you need to know about crowdfunded real estate, and ways to set a realistic budget for your household.
Best Money Tips: Frugal Hacks for Your Home
Today we found some stellar articles on frugal hacks for your home, fairly splitting bills, and money questions to ask before getting married.
Deal Fu: Inside the Culture of Obsessed Bargain Hunters, Part I
The media covers tragedies like Wal-Mart tramplings, but they've neglected thriving communities on the web who'll stop at nothing to get the deals they're delirious about. We're —
11 Ways to Prep for "Guerrilla Retirement"
More aggressive and less conventional than typical retirement plans, guerrilla retirement goes beyond the 401(k). Here's how to prepare for your own guerrilla retirement.
Restaurant.com helps you save for Valentine's Day - 60% off gift certifcates and a free $15 FTD gift card!
A few months ago I shared a coupon code for Restaurant.com that allowed 80% off on their already discounted gift certificates, and that post was quite popular. Today I found that
My Experience with Discover Home Loans: Great Service and Rewards Programs
How a mortgage lender helped me get the home of my dreams.
Secrets to World Travel (and Blogging About It)
There's a lot to know (or rather, to learn) about traveling the world and writing about it. These two books can help you get up and go.
High Tech Solutions For the Winter Blues
We share a few of our favorite tech-savvy ways to fight the winter blues.
What to Do About Financial Losses from Disasters
If your business was damaged by a recent natural disaster, here's where to look for financial assistance to help your business recover.
How To Get Mugged
Muggings happen. Don't let fear overcome you, and instead make these moves immediately.
Don't Overpay While Driving - Put Down Your Cell and Save $101
My home state of Washington is set to require, by law, that drivers who want to yack on the cell phone use a hands-free set or earpiece. [more]
5 Simple Ways to Get Big Back-to-School Savings
It seems like back-to-school "must buy" lists get longer every year, but that doesn't mean this end-of-summer shopping tradition has to empty your wallet.
Best Money Tips: Get the Most Bang for Your College Buck
Today we found some awesome articles on getting the most bang for your college buck, pet services you can do yourself, and saving money by toting snacks.