Today we found some fantastic articles on creating the ultimate resume, tips to investing in rental property, and things you can sell to pay down debt.
Sometimes you have to cook to impress. Fortunately, there are dishes out there that are so deceptively delicious that no one will ever have to know that you whipped it up in ten minutes using the bare minimum of ingredients. [more]
When I first heard of Doug Marlette, he was an editorial cartoonist with The Charlotte Observer. He accepted an invitation to speak to high school students and personally
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Best Money Tips: Elope in Style
Today we found some great articles on how to elope in style, saving money at the grocery store, and ways to cut everyday health care costs.
Frugal Super Bowl Party Ideas
Think a Big Game party has to leave a big dent in your budget? Use this expert advice to make your dollars stretch all the way to the end zone.
9 Safe Investments That Aren't Bonds
Bonds aren't as attractive as they used to be. Where else can you stash your cash at reduced risk?
I’ll Finish This Post Tomorrow: 10 Ways to Stop Procrastinating
Procrastination generally isn't helpful. It's a time suck. And heck, a lot of the time, it isn't even fun. Here's how to get what you need to do done.
The 5 Best Fishing Rods
Catching fish isn't easy, but it can be. Use any of these fishing rods and the big ones will start biting!
Flower Power - A Guide to Frugal Valentine's Flowers
Flowers can be a huge expense on Valentine's Day. Spend wisely on these frugal blooms instead!
Women's Saving and Investing: Is Your Money "Girl Money?"
Understanding how to save and invest your earnings not only makes financial sense, but helps women (or anyone!) become more independent and confident.
How These 10 Winter Health Myths May Be Harming You
At this time of year, you're going to hear a lot of health advice. Some of it will not only be untrue, but can actually damage your health.
In Two-Income Households, Can Making More Put Us Further Behind?
Women's move into the workforce was all about choice. So why do so many parents now feel like they don't have the option to stay at home?
3 Pearls of Financial Wisdom From Alan Greenspan
While Greenspan's tenure as Fed Chairman ended on a sour note (he missed the housing bubble), his knowledge is tremendous. Heed the Oracle.
Best Money Tips: Creating the Ultimate Resume
Today we found some fantastic articles on creating the ultimate resume, tips to investing in rental property, and things you can sell to pay down debt.
7 Secret Cheap Steak Cuts You Should Be Asking For
You don’t need to be flush to satisfy a craving for steak. Ask your butcher for one of these cheaper but still delicious cuts instead.
Best Money Tips: Best and Worst States for Saving Money
Today we found some great articles on the best and worst states for saving money, how to retire without debt, and exercises that you can do anywhere.
DCU Visa Platinum Secured Card Review
You may not have heard of the Digital Federal Credit Union (DCU), but its Visa Platinum Secured Card beats the competition with low fees and APR.
Can't Cook? Fake It. Easiest French Recipe, Ever.
Sometimes you have to cook to impress. Fortunately, there are dishes out there that are so deceptively delicious that no one will ever have to know that you whipped it up in ten minutes using the bare minimum of ingredients. [more]
Tips For Using Hotel Reward Points to Get the Most Value
Make sure you're getting the most value when redeeming your hotel reward points.
This Is Why Your Credit Limit Was Lowered
Your credit limit is not a fixed number. If it went down, here's why.
Book Review: Excuse Me, Your Job is Waiting!
A few weeks ago, I won a copy of Excuse Me, Your Job Is Waiting: Attract the Work You Want from Consumerism Commentary (thanks, Flexo!). [more]
Buying a Home: Highlights from Our Chat with Money Smart Week
Don't miss the highlights from our chat with Money Smart Week on buying a home.
Laughing at Ourselves elevated by Doug Marlette
When I first heard of Doug Marlette, he was an editorial cartoonist with The Charlotte Observer. He accepted an invitation to speak to high school students and personally