A time horizon is the length of time you can leave money in an investment before you need it. Apply this concept to improve your financial health, now and later.
Ladies, are any of you out there like me? I hate buying clothes for work, because I know that work is the only place I'll wear them. They aren't particularly comfortable, and they
I recently tried (and failed) a recent Super Double Coupon promotion at my local Kmart. The bad news: I was unable to check out due to a glitch in their system, and I left all my
Typically, one of the major necessities in business start-ups is a hefty financial commitment. However, there are ways to start a business for much less.
Today I read about an interesting study done by Rice University on the correlation between trustworthiness and looks. The researchers utilized the popular peer to peer lending sit
You're not imagining it — customer service is getting worse. But Consumerist Deputy Editor Chris Morran has a few suggestions to help you get the service you need.
Keeping your hair color fresh on a budget isn't easy, but it can be. Just use any of these home hair dyes and you can get salon-quality cover at home for next to nothing.
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How Minimalist Can You Really Be?
Minimalism can help clear your mind — and, if you're not careful, it can also clear your wallet.
7 Ways to Prepare for Spring Cleaning
Spring will be here soon — why waste the weather cleaning? Get a headstart now and save the brighter days for something better.
Using Time Horizons to Make Smarter Investments
A time horizon is the length of time you can leave money in an investment before you need it. Apply this concept to improve your financial health, now and later.
Should You Pay Down Debt First or Invest?
To pay down debt, or to invest? That is the question. How do you decide which way to tip the scales?
Looking for the Perfect Career? Pick Your Favorite Color
Ah, if only we could determine the best career for us as easily as we can choose a favorite color. Wait a minute – we can!
Ask the Readers: Do You Have a Side Hustle?
Tell us about your side hustle and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
How to Dress for Success and Still Spend Less
Ladies, are any of you out there like me? I hate buying clothes for work, because I know that work is the only place I'll wear them. They aren't particularly comfortable, and they
5 Best Amazon Deals for Tuesday 08/27
Today's great deals include 40% off Skechers Shoes, 50% off TV Shows, 25% off Naked Coconut Water, and more!
Ask the Readers: Are You Ready for Tax Season?
Tell us whether you're ready for tax season and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
15 Things You Can Do With a Credit Card Besides Buy Stuff
The plastic in your wallet is so much more than just a one-trick spending pony. Find out how to really put your credit to work.
Double Coupons – They Could Cost You!
I recently tried (and failed) a recent Super Double Coupon promotion at my local Kmart. The bad news: I was unable to check out due to a glitch in their system, and I left all my
How to Get Back on Track When You're Behind on Your Bills
The bills are punctual, but your payments keep leaving late. Get ahead of your payables by knowing what you owe and making a plan to pay it.
How to Get the Most Out of Your Gmail Account
Many of you probably have a Gmail account, but do you use it efficiently? Here are a few tips to help you get the most out of your Gmail account.
Start a Business for Next to Nothing
Typically, one of the major necessities in business start-ups is a hefty financial commitment. However, there are ways to start a business for much less.
5 Gifts You Can Get Through Bartering
From massages to car services, these five gifts are easy to barter for.
Could you determine someone's creditworthiness by his or her looks?
Today I read about an interesting study done by Rice University on the correlation between trustworthiness and looks. The researchers utilized the popular peer to peer lending sit
How to Be Happy and Married: 24 Tips from a 24-Year-Old Marriage
My husband and I celebrated our 24th anniversary last week. Here are a few things I've learned about having a happy, long-lasting marriage.
A Consumerist Editor Talks About How to Tackle Inept Customer Service
You're not imagining it — customer service is getting worse. But Consumerist Deputy Editor Chris Morran has a few suggestions to help you get the service you need.
The 5 Best Home Hair Dyes
Keeping your hair color fresh on a budget isn't easy, but it can be. Just use any of these home hair dyes and you can get salon-quality cover at home for next to nothing.
Insider Trading Is a Lot More Common Than You Think
We all remember when Martha Stewart pulled a Gordon Gekko. Ever wondered what exactly inside trading entails? Here's a breakdown.