People have a notion that they must amass a certain amount of money, no matter how long it takes, before they can retire. But what if it took you 40 years of work to reach $1 milli
For most employees, a new job is the best opportunity for a significant pay raise. Get the salary you want (and deserve!) with these simple negotiating guidelines.
Seeing summer movies is a great way to be entertained and beat the heat. But going to the theater can be crazy pricey — unless you save with these deals.
There’s one fact that is undeniable in America; we just don’t walk enough. A dependence on automobiles, elevators and escalators, coupled with a growing lack of interest in exercis
As with many overpriced services, getting a better deal on pay-TV isn't hard. Just call armed with better competitive offers and threaten to leave. I did it on-camera in this story
When you’re in debt, it’s nearly impossible to save money. The money you save while paying off debt is not likely to earn as much interest as the interest you pay towards your debt
Today, we give you tips on how to choose a commuter bike, save money on prescriptions when you don't have insurance, and build a lazy yet successful business.
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Knowing When to Walk Away: Financial Planning for an Unknown Ending
People have a notion that they must amass a certain amount of money, no matter how long it takes, before they can retire. But what if it took you 40 years of work to reach $1 milli
My 2016 Budget Challenge: How to Turn Your Spouse Into a Money Saver
Max is owning her crazy in her journey to save $31K this year. Her husband, Mr. Spendypants, is along for the ride.
2 Things You Must Know Before Making a Major Spending Decision
Some investments and major purchases are better than others. Learn to to identify each — and how to find your way to financial security.
How to Negotiate Higher Pay at Your Next New Job
For most employees, a new job is the best opportunity for a significant pay raise. Get the salary you want (and deserve!) with these simple negotiating guidelines.
12 Foods You Must Add to Your Diet This Year
It's not often you hear a New Year's resolution that includes the words "eat more." But with these healthy foods, that's precisely what you should do.
How to See the Summer's Blockbuster Movies Without Breaking the Bank
Seeing summer movies is a great way to be entertained and beat the heat. But going to the theater can be crazy pricey — unless you save with these deals.
15 Easy-to-Pack, Delicious, and Cheap Airline Snacks
Be prepared for flight delays, and keep your blood sugar — and your mood — in good shape with one of these delicious snacks that travel well.
Walk, walk, walk, walk, walk
There’s one fact that is undeniable in America; we just don’t walk enough. A dependence on automobiles, elevators and escalators, coupled with a growing lack of interest in exercis
8 Personal Finance Lessons From "Parks and Recreation"
The staff at the Pawnee Parks and Recreation Department can teach us a lot about personal finance, whether they mean to or not.
7 Ways to Avoid Credit Card Fraud While Traveling
It's easy to get discombobulated when traveling. Follow these simple rules to card security, and your credit will stay combobulated the whole way.
Thirteen Minutes to a Lower Cable Bill
As with many overpriced services, getting a better deal on pay-TV isn't hard. Just call armed with better competitive offers and threaten to leave. I did it on-camera in this story
Flashback Friday: 59 Skills Frugal People Need to Master
You're not living your best and frugalest life unless you've mastered these skills.
Get Out of Debt First, Then Focus on Saving
When you’re in debt, it’s nearly impossible to save money. The money you save while paying off debt is not likely to earn as much interest as the interest you pay towards your debt
6 Ways a More Expensive Hotel Room Can Save You Money
The cheapest hotel room available may not be the best value. In fact, it may not even be the cheapest once you consider these perks and features.
Flashback Friday: 76 New Year's Resolutions That'll Make 2017 Your Year
Time to say goodbye to 2016 forever and begin anew. These New Year's resolutions will make 2017 your best year ever.
Financial Fear Factors
Living in the now is always the hardest part of overcoming fear about anything, especially fear of the lack of money.
Best Money Tips: How to Build a Lazy Yet Successful Business
Today, we give you tips on how to choose a commuter bike, save money on prescriptions when you don't have insurance, and build a lazy yet successful business.
13 Ways You Can Cut Grocery Expenses Today
Food prices are going up and up. What to do? Shop smart, eat smart, and save smart!
5 Ways Everyone Can Make More Money
Sure, you want to make more money...but are you willing to do what it takes?
Who Pays When Loved Ones Leave Debt Behind?
Losing a loved one is hard enough. Managing their unfinished money matters makes it tougher.