Imagine life without a mortgage or an overstuffed attic. Even if we don't live in one, tiny houses can teach us a lot about consumption, debt, and simplicity.
A time horizon is the length of time you can leave money in an investment before you need it. Apply this concept to improve your financial health, now and later.
The unemployment rate in California surged to 6.9%, and that is equivalent to the rate in early 2003. Most news reports say that unemployment will probably go up a bit more in the
According to the Institute for Policy Studies, in 1980, American CEOs earned over 40 times more per year than the average American worker. Today, the average American CEO from a
I recently tried (and failed) a recent Super Double Coupon promotion at my local Kmart. The bad news: I was unable to check out due to a glitch in their system, and I left all my
Today we found some great articles on ways to lower car insurance rates, the best mobile apps for personal finance, and traits common of most millionaires.
Are you thinking of making a big change in your life such as quitting your job or getting married? Time important decisions in your life for the best financial result.
How do you know which products are worth buying? Do you ever rely on product reviews for your guidance? With all the blogs and websites offering reviews and opinions on which are
No Valentine's Day is complete without a from-the-heart happy ending, and these easy recipes are sure to put sugar-coated smile on your sweetie's face.
Think twice before you put "good at multitasking" on your resume — that just means you're good at being distracted. Here's how to actually work efficiently.
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Big Lessons From the Tiny House Movement
Imagine life without a mortgage or an overstuffed attic. Even if we don't live in one, tiny houses can teach us a lot about consumption, debt, and simplicity.
Using Time Horizons to Make Smarter Investments
A time horizon is the length of time you can leave money in an investment before you need it. Apply this concept to improve your financial health, now and later.
Seven Tips for the Newly Unemployed
The unemployment rate in California surged to 6.9%, and that is equivalent to the rate in early 2003. Most news reports say that unemployment will probably go up a bit more in the
Ask the Readers: Have You Started Saving for Retirement?
Tell us whether you've started saving for retirement and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
How much money should a CEO make?
According to the Institute for Policy Studies, in 1980, American CEOs earned over 40 times more per year than the average American worker. Today, the average American CEO from a
3 Smartphone Apps That Manage and Maximize Your Credit Card Rewards
Credit card rewards programs can be hard to maximize, and it's easy to let points slip away. Wrangle your rewards with this trio of smartphone apps.
Double Coupons – They Could Cost You!
I recently tried (and failed) a recent Super Double Coupon promotion at my local Kmart. The bad news: I was unable to check out due to a glitch in their system, and I left all my
Best Money Tips: Ways to Lower Car Insurance Rates
Today we found some great articles on ways to lower car insurance rates, the best mobile apps for personal finance, and traits common of most millionaires.
Beat Stress With These 28 Inexpensive Pastimes
Got time to kill, but no money to burn? Try one of these low-cost (or free!) pastimes. You’ll beat stress and maybe learn a thing or two!
The 5 Best Dishwashing Detergents
If you're sick of water spots and grime that just won't come off, switch to one of these great dish detergents.
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.
Financial Timing: How Scheduling Important Events Benefits You Financially
Are you thinking of making a big change in your life such as quitting your job or getting married? Time important decisions in your life for the best financial result.
Ask the Readers: Do You Trust Product Reviews? (Chance to win $20!)
How do you know which products are worth buying? Do you ever rely on product reviews for your guidance? With all the blogs and websites offering reviews and opinions on which are
The 5 Best Canister Vacuums
For versatile and pure dirt lifting power, it's hard to beat a quality canister vacuum. Here are our picks for quality picker-uppers.
6 Reasons It's Never Too Late for a Career Change
Career stuck in a rut? Climb out!
14 Valentine’s Day Desserts That Hit the (Sweet) Spot
No Valentine's Day is complete without a from-the-heart happy ending, and these easy recipes are sure to put sugar-coated smile on your sweetie's face.
The Fallacy of Multitasking
Think twice before you put "good at multitasking" on your resume — that just means you're good at being distracted. Here's how to actually work efficiently.
10 Reasons You Should Call in Sick Today
The science is clear — an extra break now and again is really good for your mind, body, and productivity. Go ahead, take a day. You've earned it.
11 Ways to Turn Leftover Sweet Potatoes and Other Starchy Foods Into Something Special
Starchy leftovers taking up valuable refrigerator space? Turn them into something delicious!
Debt Ceiling Contingency Plans
What will the Treasury do if there's no increase in the debt ceiling, and what should you do with your investments?