This week the Federal Trade Commission sent out around $28 million in redress checks to more than 86,000 customers of Bear Stearns and EMC Mortgage Corporation. Apparently EMC Mor
Lack of access to the banking system has been an expensive burden on the poor. Just recently, a surge in new financial products make it a lot less expensive to be unbanked.
A gift card is like cash — your bank won't replace what you lose. Save yourself some hassle (and your coffee order!) with some simple gift card security.
Fascinated by Mike and Frank's adventures finding and reselling items? Amazed at their profits? Learn a few rules of the picking road, and give it a try.
Do you sacrifice things you enjoy to save as much as possible? An occasional splurge is not such a bad thing, and it might even make you a better saver.
Habits are powerful motivators. Once you understand the inner workings of habitual behavior, you can use that power to change your life — for the better.
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15 Ways to Make Money While You Travel
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This week the Federal Trade Commission sent out around $28 million in redress checks to more than 86,000 customers of Bear Stearns and EMC Mortgage Corporation. Apparently EMC Mor
How to Take Advantage of Free Extended Warranty From Your Credit Card Issuer
Save big bucks by taking advantage of free extended warranty offered by credit card companies.
15 Easy to Keep New Year's Resolutions That Really Pay Off
New Year's resolutions are really hard to keep. But these are actually pretty easy, and totally worth the effort.
How to Get a Groupon Refund When a Company Closes
I had a Groupon for a company that just went out of business. Yikes! Here's how I got my money back.
5 Tips for Remembering Names
If you forget names as soon as you've heard them, follow these suggestions to avoid embarrassing "I totally don't remember who you are" moments.
New Tools for the Unbanked
Lack of access to the banking system has been an expensive burden on the poor. Just recently, a surge in new financial products make it a lot less expensive to be unbanked.
7 Work-From-Home Jobs for People Who Hate Talking on the Phone
Love the idea of working from home, but hate the idea of talking on the phone? Don't worry. There are plenty of remote jobs out there for you.
6 Ways to Protect Yourself From a Lost Gift Card
A gift card is like cash — your bank won't replace what you lose. Save yourself some hassle (and your coffee order!) with some simple gift card security.
How to Find Your New Identity After Retirement
Your job is part of who you are. What happens when you leave it?
Screwdrivers to Saws: Stocking Your First Toolbox
A trip to the home improvement store can overwhelm when you're trying to buy your first set of tools. Before you shop, read this guide.
Are You Withholding the Right Amount of Taxes from Your Paycheck?
Does tax time leave you with a huge refund or a huge bill? Your withholding is off. Here's how to fix it.
How to Make Money Like the Guys on "American Pickers"
Fascinated by Mike and Frank's adventures finding and reselling items? Amazed at their profits? Learn a few rules of the picking road, and give it a try.
Why You Should Allow Yourself Splurges
Do you sacrifice things you enjoy to save as much as possible? An occasional splurge is not such a bad thing, and it might even make you a better saver.
Best Money Tips: 25 Ways to Travel for Free
Today we found ways to travel for free, last-minute gifts you don’t have to buy, and how to have more money at the end of each month.
22 Fun and Free Summertime Exercise Ideas
Summer is the perfect time to have fun outside and get fit. Here are more than 20 ways to enjoy yourself and exercise at the same time.
5 Things Your Real Estate Agent Wishes You Knew
If only you knew! Real estate agents everywhere want you clued in to these basic home-buying and selling facts.
20 Places Besides Etsy to Sell Your Handmade Goods
Etsy may be the best-known online marketplace to sell homemade goods, but it is far from your only option.
Did Your Parents Give You a Whole Life Insurance Policy? Here's What to Do With It.
What is whole life insurance all about? If you have any questions about this, read on.
Habits Aren't Boring — They're the Secret to Happiness. Here's Why.
Habits are powerful motivators. Once you understand the inner workings of habitual behavior, you can use that power to change your life — for the better.