The Internet is awash in free financial advice. This short list of basics will put you on firm financial ground today and on the way to a wealthier tomorrow.
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This Is Why Your Projects Always Take Longer Than You Expect
Do your projects always seem to take longer than planned? You're not alone. Here's why scheduling is hard — and how you can improve.
The 6 Healthiest Grocery Stores
Grocery stores often try to trick you into making unhealthy — and costly — food choices. Shop at these stores for healthier marketing.
10 Surprising Things That Lower the Value of a Home
These value-sapping home features are the opposite of "selling points." Does your home (or the one you're thinking of buying) have them?
10 Smart Things to Do During Your Commute (Even If You Drive!)
Why fill your public transit commute (or drive) with mindless chatter when you can use that time to smarten up, instead?
The Best Airline Rewards Programs for Trips to Europe
Don't let sky-high airfare keep you grounded from your Europe travel goals. These airlines rewards programs will get you there!
12 Times You're Better Off Without a Promotion
You're working hard — and smart — and the boss has noticed. Do you take the promotion? Or do you keep the job you're happy with?
These 10 Money Podcasts Will Help You Save Tons
Make chore time personal finance time. Pop on a solid money podcast and start making sense of your dollars and cents.
4 Ways to Make Money Doing Household Chores
Looking for a side gig that doesn't have hefty startup fees? You can make up to $25 an hour doing everyday household chores for other people.
How to Make 8 Trending Halloween Costumes on the Cheap
Just two weekends until Halloween! That's plenty of time to put together one or two of these clever, trendy costumes.
What Do the Chinese Spend Money On?
Chinese people generally save 30% to 50% of their take home pay. So where do they spend their savings — and what can we all learn from them?
How to Handle a Sudden Loss of Income
Don't let a sudden loss of income cause financial paralysis. Take these smart steps to handle the situation and minimize the damage.
5 Money Mistakes to Stop Making by 50
By your 50s, you should have a solid grasp on personal finance — and if not, it might be due to these all-too-common mistakes.
4 Money Moves to Make After You Pay Off Your Mortgage
You own your home free and clear; congrats! Once you're done celebrating, it's time to make some smart post-mortgage money moves.
What Is the Fiscal Cliff?
Have you been hearing about the "fiscal cliff"? Discover what the cliff is comprised of, and why some say we're moving rapidly towards it.
How to Choose the Best Tax Preparer
April 15 is almost here! Can you trust your tax preparer?
7 Surprising Benefits of Failure
Falling on your face hurts twice if you fail to learn why you fell.
The 6 Personal Finance Rules Everyone Must Follow
The Internet is awash in free financial advice. This short list of basics will put you on firm financial ground today and on the way to a wealthier tomorrow.
Cheap Passport Pictures (Part Two): Online Ordering
A year and a half ago, I wrote a post about how to fashion your own passport photos for unde
Ask the Readers: Do Gift Cards Make a Good Gift?
What do you think? Are gift cards a cop-out or the perfect present for picky people? Do you find that they make the process of gifting easier? Would you prefer to receive one?
4 Times When Bundling Insurance Doesn't Make Sense
"Bundling" is a buzzworthy term in the insurance world. But, sometimes, you're better off keeping your policies separate.