If you're tracking your spending, you know how much money it takes to live on. If you're tracking your investments, you know about how much return you're getting from your capital.
Disability Insurance is yet another tool in the arsenal of insurance products that may be a life-saver for some people, but that also can unveil some bitter surprises at the worst
For new investors with limited resources, the stock market can be confusing and intimidating. Index funds are an easy, low risk, and affordable way to get started.
From nice soap to good food to quality kitchen gear and more, a few small splurges are sometimes all you need to make your life feel utterly luxurious.
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Using Times New Roman on Your Résumé Is Like Wearing Sweatpants to an Interview
First impressions matter, especially on a resume. What does your choice of font say about you?
Can You Buy Your Way Out of the Rat Race?
If you're tracking your spending, you know how much money it takes to live on. If you're tracking your investments, you know about how much return you're getting from your capital.
Dilutions of Grandeur: Stretch Your Food at Every Meal
Learn how the power of creative diluting can make your meals taste better and extend your food budget.
9 Places to Go to Beat the Summer Heat
From pools to libraries and much more, stay cool without raising your electric bill by visiting one of these inexpensive (or free!) spots.
Yes, You Can Pay for Education With an IRA
There's more than one way to help pay for college. This little known tip could save you from taking out student loans.
How to Successfully Negotiate Everything With Your Kid
Negotiation is a key financial skill many of us don't learn until we're adults. Here's how to teach your kids the basics.
47 Free Things to Do Across the U.S.
See the country without putting a dent in your budget by checking out these fabulous and free activities all over the U.S.
How to Save Money on Kids' Activities
Balancing all of your kids' activities can be stressful — and expensive. Start getting creative about saving while your kids get creative about fun!
Better Brewing: 12 Ways to Make Coffee at Home
For all the talking we do about how much money you can save making coffee at home, we don't say much about how to make it. Here are 12 great methods.
10 Small Towns With the Most Millionaires Per Capita
Don't let the small town charm fool you; these mini-cities are home to a myriad millionaires.
20 Bonkers Candy Corn Recipes
Give Halloween's most divisive treat a a delicious makeover with these 20 amazing candy corn recipes.
Disability Insurance: Payments and Pitfalls
Disability Insurance is yet another tool in the arsenal of insurance products that may be a life-saver for some people, but that also can unveil some bitter surprises at the worst
4 Questions to Ask Before Getting a Credit Increase
Before you ask your credit card provider for a limit increase, take the time to ask yourself a few questions, too.
Bigger Paycheck or Bigger Tax Refund — Which Should You Pick?
Usually planning your taxes for a small refund is best, but not always. Analyze your money psychology and your spending to make the right choice.
5 Signs You're Ready to Sell Your House
The housing market is red-hot. But are you truly ready to sell?
3 Steps to Getting Started in the Stock Market With Index Funds
For new investors with limited resources, the stock market can be confusing and intimidating. Index funds are an easy, low risk, and affordable way to get started.
8 Little Luxuries That Go a Long Way
From nice soap to good food to quality kitchen gear and more, a few small splurges are sometimes all you need to make your life feel utterly luxurious.
Camping for a Week Is Only $160 at These National Parks
You'd think camping at one of our nation's great National Parks would be be pricey. Find out how affordable a week really is.
Are Starter Homes Still a Thing?
Starter homes used to be the norm. But in today's housing market, you might not need those homeowner training wheels.
Does Personality Type Determine Your Income?
The Myers-Briggs test analyzes 16 different personality types, some of which tend to be higher earners than others. Where do you fall?