Only having to pay 2% of your total credit-card balance a month makes charging tempting...but with interest, you could also pay more than double your original purchase price.
Why do so many budgets fail? Because the first step to budgeting is omitted. When implemented correctly, it can make a huge difference. When the first step is neglected, intangible
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How Much Does Your Credit Card Debt Cost You?
Only having to pay 2% of your total credit-card balance a month makes charging tempting...but with interest, you could also pay more than double your original purchase price.
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Do you obsessively hover over your investments? If you don't give them space, they'll never grow into the responsible returns you need.
6 Surprising Sources of Celeb Income
For A, B, and C List celebs, the money from performances and recordings is just the beginning of the revenue stream. Find out how else fame pays.
8 Terrible Work-From-Home "Jobs" You Should Avoid
Bad news: If a work-from-home job seems too good to be true, it probably is.
20 Things to Have on Hand for Power Outages
Stocking these affordable items will make your experience safe, bearable, and even fun.
8 Career Moves That Prove You're Finally a Grown-Up
Being a grown-up at work has nothing to do with age or experience. It's all in how you approach the job.
Gratitude and Frugality
Feeling thankful can be one of the most powerful — and inexpensive — things in life. Discover frugal ways to express your gratitude.
How Long Can You Really Live on Unemployment?
If you lost your job, could you afford to get by on unemployment benefits alone? It might be time to beef up that emergency fund.
5 Unfounded Credit Card Fears
The Internet abounds with credit card horror stories. But if you're responsible, plastic can be fantastic!
The First Step to Budgeting
Why do so many budgets fail? Because the first step to budgeting is omitted. When implemented correctly, it can make a huge difference. When the first step is neglected, intangible
13 Businesses Your Tween Can Start
Who says you need to be an adult to create a successful side hustle?
Clutter-Free: The Zero-Accumulation Household
Examine the best ways to embrace a zero-accumulation lifestyle and live clutter-free!
Making Every Penny Count With A Zero-Based Budget
Feel like you're just living payday-to-payday? Having trouble figuring out where all your money goes? Then a zero-based budget just might be for you.
The 5 Best 3D Televisions
With Black Friday sales approaching, you might be considering buying a new 3D TV — if so, make it one of these top picks.
Change Jars and 8 Other Clever Ways to Build an Emergency Fund
You don't need a windfall to kick-start your savings. These baby steps will do just fine.
A Step-by-Step Guide to Creating Your Emergency Fund
A strong emergency fund is one of the most important keys to financial security. Learn how to build yours.
Your House Is a Hobby, Not an Investment
Never think of a house as an investment. Instead, think of it for what it really is — a time and money hole that can be fun to own.
What Are Growth Stocks?
Looking to supercharge your portfolio? Here's how to find growth.
How to Fix Your Finances After Missing a Payment
No one is immune to financial blunders. If you miss a payment or bounce a check, don't worry — you can fix it.
Drive the Old Car or Buy a New Car?
The cost of a new car can be much bigger than the sticker price...even going so far as to affect your retirement savings.