Once beginning investors move beyond indexes and mutual funds, they start to hear about asset allocation. Learn the basics and how they apply to your investment decisions.
Scheduled to enter circulation back in early 2011, the new, more secure $100 finally starts circulating today. These are the new security features to look for.
Lightweight and powerful, tablets are a great option whether you're looking for a portable computer or an e-reader. Read on to learn which one you should get.
Today a new bill was passed by the U.S. Senate with the intent of restricting abusive practices in the credit card industry. A House bill was passed on May 12th and will be reconc
Here’s a question for you that has been bugging me for years; why can’t home-builders follow the auto dealer’s classic model of old for new, and let people trade-in their old homes
Not everyone has the luxury of time when it comes to weddings. Learn how to navigate the process in a hurry without sacrificing the joy or blowing the budget.
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Lifestyle Inflation: The Ultimate Financial Trap
Lifestyle inflation takes extra money and turns it into a vain attempt to buy joy. Avoid it by changing your perspective on money and happiness.
How an HSA Saves You Money
A health savings account, or HSA, can help you tackle health care expenses with some extra peace of mind — and some extra tax savings.
The Basics of Asset Allocation
Once beginning investors move beyond indexes and mutual funds, they start to hear about asset allocation. Learn the basics and how they apply to your investment decisions.
The High Cost of the "Treat Yourself" Mindset
You might be able to justify a "treat yourself" purchase, but all those little treats add up to one big, stressful bill. What's it really costing you?
Counterfeiters Beware: Here's How the New $100 Will Ruin Your Day
Scheduled to enter circulation back in early 2011, the new, more secure $100 finally starts circulating today. These are the new security features to look for.
The 5 Best Tablet Computers
Lightweight and powerful, tablets are a great option whether you're looking for a portable computer or an e-reader. Read on to learn which one you should get.
How will the new credit card rules affect consumers?
Today a new bill was passed by the U.S. Senate with the intent of restricting abusive practices in the credit card industry. A House bill was passed on May 12th and will be reconc
How to Host House Guests Without Going Crazy
The next time you have house guests, follow these suggestions to make the stay easier on both you and your guests.
Why the Scarcity Mentality Is Keeping You Poor
It's wise to be careful with our resources, but too much caution will hold us back. Learn to recognize abundance.
You Trade-In Your Car…Why Not Your Home?
Here’s a question for you that has been bugging me for years; why can’t home-builders follow the auto dealer’s classic model of old for new, and let people trade-in their old homes
You Are Too Busy: Stop!
When you're really busy — too busy — everything suffers, including your health and your family life. Slow down so you can keep going.
The First Time Home Buyer Credit: How Big of a Deal Is It?
The first-time home buyer's credit has been hailed as one of the main drivers of the real estate market, but how big of a deal is it really?
How to Budget and Track Expenses for Your Next Vacation
Budget Your Trip is a free online tool that puts some science into estimating, budgeting, and tracking your expenses for your next vacation.
50 Healthy Foods for Under $1 a Pound
Good-for-you food doesn't need to be expensive. These 50 healthy eats can be purchased for under $1 a pound.
People Are Still Spending Too Much on Their Weddings
Here comes the bride, all dressed in white, and about to enter a life of debt because she spent way too much on her wedding.
5 Retirement Accounts You Don't Need a Ton of Money to Open
Don't let high minimums dissuade your retirement savings goals. These Roth IRAs can get you started, no minimum investment required.
10 Serious Health Benefits of Laughter
From improved lung function to a fitter midsection, a hearty laugh offers plenty of unexpected health benefits. No joke!
12 Surprising Things You Should Keep in Your Fridge
No, this is not a list of 12 strange foods to keep in the refrigerator. It's a list of common non-food items that will benefit from the cold, too.
5 Ways to Give Cash as a Gift
If you want to give the gift of cash and make the recipient feel like a million bucks, check out these creative ways to wrap moolah.
8 Tips for Planning a Last-Minute Wedding
Not everyone has the luxury of time when it comes to weddings. Learn how to navigate the process in a hurry without sacrificing the joy or blowing the budget.