Dream jobs and professional aspirations aside, sometimes it’s just necessary to go out and get a job. Any job. Whether you’ve found yourself laid-off, needing some part-time fun
I know of parents who don’t ever discuss money with their kids. “They should be carefree at this age,” they claim. Money isn’t an appropriate topic for family conversation at the
For some time now, we've had good success drawing on the decades from the 1950s through the 1990s for our retro. Some bolder types have even made some use of the 1890s and 1920s--
Consumer scams are a dime a dozen (or in some cases, thousands of dollars a crime). What are the red flags that you should always be on alert for? Can even financially savvy spen
A couple of nights in a luxe hotel doesn't have to cost the equivalent of a car payment (or three). Here's what you need to know to find the best discounts possible.
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Five J.O.B.’s That Aren’t That B.A.D.
Dream jobs and professional aspirations aside, sometimes it’s just necessary to go out and get a job. Any job. Whether you’ve found yourself laid-off, needing some part-time fun
How Much Should Your Kids Know About Your Finances?
I know of parents who don’t ever discuss money with their kids. “They should be carefree at this age,” they claim. Money isn’t an appropriate topic for family conversation at the
5 Shopping Habits to Nix Before You Turn 30
Achieve financial success in your 30s by leaving these bad shopping habits back in your 20s.
5 Most Common Tax Mistakes Made by College Grads
College grads, your homework isn’t over. Your next assignment is making sure you get the most tax breaks possible.
Best Money Tips: How to Buy Happiness
Today we found helpful articles on tips and tricks for buying happiness, places that pay you to live there, and trash that you can actually sell.
Time for some new retro
For some time now, we've had good success drawing on the decades from the 1950s through the 1990s for our retro. Some bolder types have even made some use of the 1890s and 1920s--
Everything You Need to Know About Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae
The names Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae probably ring a bell, especially if you've applied for a mortgage lately — but who or what, are they, exactly?
Stuff We Love: The MacBook Pro, a Hassle-Free Laptop
After decades of computing, a committed PC user makes the switch to a MacBook Pro — and his only regret is that he didn't make the switch sooner.
Quarterlife Crisis! What is It?
Does something like a quarterlife crisis really exist? Maybe.
Scams: What the FTC Wants You to Know
Consumer scams are a dime a dozen (or in some cases, thousands of dollars a crime). What are the red flags that you should always be on alert for? Can even financially savvy spen
10 Tips for Balancing Love and Money
When it comes to money in relationships, love alone isn't enough to build a life together — it also takes communication and honesty.
Disneyland on the (Sort of) Cheap
If you're considering a trip to Disneyland, these tips just might help you save your wallet.
How to Stay in a 5-Star Hotel for Less Than the Cost of a Motel
A couple of nights in a luxe hotel doesn't have to cost the equivalent of a car payment (or three). Here's what you need to know to find the best discounts possible.
The 5 Best Underwater Cameras
Don't fear your camera getting wet again. These five underwater cameras let you take stunning photos both above and below sea level.
Are You a Doormat? 17 Things Assertive People Never Say
There's nothing wrong with being easy-going, but if too many of these phrases are familiar, you may be selling yourself short. Start stepping up!
Turkey Dinner for Two
Recently we've grown tired of traveling to big, traditional Thanksgiving gatherings, so we decided to create new traditions for just the two of us.
The 4 Most Effective Times for Setting a New Goal
Take advantage of some quirks in the calendar — and your psychology — to jumpstart your campaign to reach your next goal.
Masters of Small Talk Never Do These 10 Things — Do You?
Unless you're a meteorologist, a quip about the weather will kill a conversation before it starts. Learn that and nine other small talk never dos.
These Apps and Extensions Find Online Deals for You — Automatically
To save big bucks while online shopping, you just need to add some plugins to your browser.
Turn Your Home Into a Rental in 9 Easy Steps
Whether it's your primary residence or a second, turning your place into someone else's rented abode is a great way to generate extra cash.