When I went to college it was unheard of to rent textbooks, but a number of outfits such as Chegg, Campus Book Rentals, and BookRenter.com have sprung up in the last few years that
Today we found some fantastic articles on useful things to do with your tax refund money, when renting makes more sense than buying, and reasons to use a cash-only spending plan.
My sister starts college this spring and I've been thinking about options for helping her out with her expenses beyond tuition. While I'd love to be able to just cover all her cost
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To cut back on costs, I stopped reading comic books after high school. Then I realized I could get my comic fix for free, with no superpowers required.
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Can You Save Money by Renting Textbooks?
When I went to college it was unheard of to rent textbooks, but a number of outfits such as Chegg, Campus Book Rentals, and BookRenter.com have sprung up in the last few years that
Will New Chip-and-PIN Credit Cards Stop Identity Theft?
Pretty soon you'll be getting a new, more secure credit card in the mailbox. It's called "chip and PIN," and here's what you need to know about it.
How to Be the Host With the Most and Spend the Least
Being the host with the most can add up quickly. Here's how to do it for less.
Best Money Tips: Useful Things to Do With Your Tax Refund
Today we found some fantastic articles on useful things to do with your tax refund money, when renting makes more sense than buying, and reasons to use a cash-only spending plan.
Beyond Tuition: Helping Out With College Expenses
My sister starts college this spring and I've been thinking about options for helping her out with her expenses beyond tuition. While I'd love to be able to just cover all her cost
Are You Spending Too Much on Halloween This Year?
If your Halloween shopping is more of a trick than a treat, it might be time to rein in the spending. How does your spend compare with your neighbors'?
7 Bizarre Ways to Stay on Budget (That Actually Work)
Good for you if you've made a budget! If you're struggling to stick to it, try one of these offbeat motivators and get back on track.
Best Money Tips: Accomplish Your Goals Faster
Today we found some stellar articles on accomplishing your goals faster, following up after a job interview, and whether or not you are spending too much money on food.
Has Cash Become More Trouble Than It's Worth?
Harvard economist Kenneth Rogoff thinks we should transition to a cash-free society. We're not so sure.
Set Up a Safe Home Network
Networks used to be something that IT departments only spoke about in corporate office environments. Today, however, the average family not only has a need for a good home networ
8 Old Holiday Traditions We Can't Believe Ever Existed
Nothing says holiday cheer quite like the Christmas spider.
7 Decisions That Seem OK Now, but Might Ruin Your Finances Later
"It seemed like a good idea at the time," is not something you want to tell yourself about a money decision. Beware of these money traps!
How to Use Glassdoor to Earn More Money
Website Glassdoor has long be the place to visit to learn more about a potential employer. Now it can help you learn what you're worth.
Why You Shouldn't Panic If Your Credit Score Drops
If your credit score takes a tumble, don't panic. Find out why your score may have taken a hit — and how you can bounce back.
What Is True Affordability?
When is something truly affordable? If you are making more than $1 million a year, does this automatically mean you can afford everything?
Best Money Tips: Make Veterinary Bills More Affordable
Today we found some amazing articles on making veterinary bills more affordable, building a new job wardrobe on the cheap, and saving money when you move.
5 Financial Mistakes That Won't Hurt Your Credit Score
It might feel like every little money misstep gets reported to the credit bureaus, but sometimes, you're in the clear (at least with the bureaus).
Things Don't Cost What They Used To: 10 Major Price Shifts in 2010
From corn to gold, these 10 common goods and commodities had major price changes in 2010 — and may continue to shift in 2011.
Who Cheated Us Out of Our Amazing Future?
In the 1950s, people said automation would create a future where we'd only have to work 20 hours a week to support ourselves. What happened?
6 Ways to Read Comic Books for Free (or Almost Free)
To cut back on costs, I stopped reading comic books after high school. Then I realized I could get my comic fix for free, with no superpowers required.