I often get on my soap-box about bad customer service. I also preach (sorry) that you should all expect more for your money, be it shopping online or grabbing the weekly groceries.
We often get stuck in arbitrary things. We make excuses. We try to find shortcuts, and we try to do all these things that in the end only prevent us from reaching our goals.
The Education of an American Dreamer: : How a Son of Greek Immigrants Learned His Way from a Nebraska Diner to Washington, Wall Street, and Beyond is the personal memoir of Peter G
"Retail therapy" — shopping to help you feel better — is typically viewed with scorn. But some recent findings suggest that shopping can make you happy...if you do it right.
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Getting more for your money in the most unexpected place
I often get on my soap-box about bad customer service. I also preach (sorry) that you should all expect more for your money, be it shopping online or grabbing the weekly groceries.
How to Escape Reward Card Spending Traps
Even savvy shoppers can get sucked into credit card traps. Get the benefits of a rewards card and avoid the pitfalls by developing these habits.
Best Money Tips: Cheap (and Creative) Valentine's Day Ideas
Today we found some great articles on cheap and creative Valentine's Day ideas, updating your life without emptying your wallet, and paying down debt.
Having Financial Conversations With Your Parents: Highlights From Our Chat With Cameron Huddleston
Don't miss the highlights from our chat with Cameron Huddleston on having financial conversations with your parents!
Is Building an Emergency Fund Always a Good Idea?
We often hear the same advice — everyone needs to have an emergency fund. But, in some situations, it might be OK to skip it.
Ask the Readers $200 Giveaway: What is Your Favorite Way to Save Money?
What is Your Favorite Way to Save Money? Enter for a chance to win $200 in prizes!
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The Stock Market stumbled into 2016, pulled down by cheap oil and worries about China. Despite all that, these stocks are stepping lively into spring.
Maximize the Value of Your Airline Miles and Points
Should you pay with points or pay with cash? Learn how to apply the Two Cent Rule and maximize the value of your travel rewards.
Should You Invest in Start-Ups?
A sleek new startup may have all the merits of style, but is it a good fit for your investment portfolio?
4 Deadly Mistakes You Must Avoid When Pursuing Your Dreams
We often get stuck in arbitrary things. We make excuses. We try to find shortcuts, and we try to do all these things that in the end only prevent us from reaching our goals.
Book review: The Education of an American Dreamer by Peter G. Peterson
The Education of an American Dreamer: : How a Son of Greek Immigrants Learned His Way from a Nebraska Diner to Washington, Wall Street, and Beyond is the personal memoir of Peter G
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What can you do with a can of corn? Fry it, cream it, bake it, toss it, roast it…
These Are the 4 Terms You Need to Know to Get Started in Stocks
Don't know your P/E from your EPS? That's OK — catch up on the basics here, and you'll become a savvier investor.
7 Style Secrets for Women That Flatter Every Shape
Whatever your shape, you can flatter it with the right fashion choices, from fit, to pattern, to accessories. Learn how!
The WORST Time of Day to Do Everything
Your body has a clock of its own, and if you pick the wrong time do some tasks, you'll do them poorly — and feel poorly while doing them.
10 Back-to-School iPhone Apps
With assignments and exams, student life can be stressful. Here are 10 iPhone applications that can help you manage your student life.
The Secret Confessions of Employees
What exactly is in Wendy's Chili? What are those big name retailers not telling you? How do you get better deals? Well, you're about to find out.
The 12 Herbs and Spices Every Pantry Should Have
Not sure what spices to stock in your pantry? These 12 herbs and spices cover most kitchen situations — whether cooking or baking.
Retail Therapy: The Benefits of Shopping
"Retail therapy" — shopping to help you feel better — is typically viewed with scorn. But some recent findings suggest that shopping can make you happy...if you do it right.
Best Money Tips: Things Broke People Say
Today, we share the things that broke people, ways to boost your career, all-natural remedies to stress, and more!