Posted November 6, 2009 - 06:00 by Nora Dunn
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 and unrealistic budgets are often created –- a recipe for disaster. Here’s the good news: the first step to budgeting is an easy one. Check it out!
Posted October 22, 2009 - 06:00 by J. Money
Paying off your debt isn't as FUN as playing beer pong, of course, but it's a much better way to think about it than your old wrinkly neighbor would have it.
Posted October 9, 2009 - 05:00 by Kathryn Katz
Before you get out that frugal yard stick and start lecturing about spending too much money on cat toys and accessories, understand that the majority of those expenses are spent on vets. Cat owners spend 55% of their budget on routine and surgical vet visits. Some of these visits are necessary; however, many could be prevented.
Posted October 7, 2009 - 06:30 by Linsey Knerl
Welcome to our weekly best of personal finance roundup! We share over 100 effective ways to spend less on your grocery bill, 7 tips for investing in the stock market (even if you have no money), and how to get out of that awful cell phone contract. (We even share a few juicy tidbits from Gwyneth and Red Robin.)
Posted October 2, 2009 - 05:00 by Annalise Silivanch
Cleaning? Cooking? Ugh, you say. Make friends with it, compadre; they’ve got to be part of the frugal warrior’s toolkit. I look for ways to make it easier and cheaper, because when my frugal and eco-selves are in partnership, then I can feel my groove coming back.
Posted September 4, 2009 - 13:30 by Tisha Tolar
Being a parent, you may be able to admit (at least to yourself) that you enjoy indulging your children even if it is to the detriment of your budget. Here are some tips to help you keep your sanity and a little extra cash in the bank when you are a parent.
Posted July 30, 2009 - 04:00 by Silicon Valley Blogger
We all have our own ways of handling our finances -- and that's why it's called "personal" finance. What works for one person may not necessarily work for someone else, and this is why I find it highly interesting when people get into debates over the different ways to manage money or handle debt. Is there really a right way and a wrong way to do things?
Posted June 24, 2009 - 09:12 by Paul Michael
How are you doing with your money? Do you have everything under control, or are you spending a little more than you should? Well, if you'd like to blow even more of your money, this list will help you empty your bank account in half the time you usually do. Enjoy.
Posted June 1, 2009 - 05:40 by Philip Brewer
Many couples keep their finances partially (or even completely) separate. One big reason is that spending joint money on individual expenses can lead to disputes, and keeping separate accounts can reduce that. There is, however, another reason to keep some amount of personal money: Simplifying budgeting.
Posted May 14, 2009 - 11:58 by Philip Brewer
Spend any time reading personal-finance blogs and you'll come across a particular kind of equal-and-opposite post: lists of luxuries. Half the posts will advocate giving up a few specific luxuries to live more cheaply. The other half have titles like "Three things I won't give up" or "Five luxuries that are worth the money." Both kinds of articles miss the point of luxuries: they're indefensible (and I mean that in a good way).
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