Preventing a collapse of the financial system is part of preventing a depression. However, the shorthand term for this--getting the banks able and willing to lend--is misleading.
Persistence is important to success, but knowing when to walk away from a doomed effort is important, too. Read this to learn how to recognize when to quit.
As an entrepreneur, you would think that precluding certain types of customers in favor of a smaller – but specialized – market would be akin to shooting yourself in the foot. But
Figuring out what you've accomplished at work is essential to demonstrating your value to employers. Here are 50+ questions to jumpstart the process of articulating awesome accompl
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Another path to recovery: higher incomes
Preventing a collapse of the financial system is part of preventing a depression. However, the shorthand term for this--getting the banks able and willing to lend--is misleading.
8 Credit Mistakes That Could Hurt Your Mortgage Application
Before you send in your mortgage application, there are 8 things you must fix to have the best chance at getting approved.
How to Know When to Persevere and When to Quit
Persistence is important to success, but knowing when to walk away from a doomed effort is important, too. Read this to learn how to recognize when to quit.
Ramp Up Your Business by Specializing
As an entrepreneur, you would think that precluding certain types of customers in favor of a smaller – but specialized – market would be akin to shooting yourself in the foot. But
Awesome Accomplishments: 50+ Questions to Ask Yourself and Figure Out What You've Done
Figuring out what you've accomplished at work is essential to demonstrating your value to employers. Here are 50+ questions to jumpstart the process of articulating awesome accompl
10 Fun and Delicious Ways to Use Tortillas
Whether flour or corn, the inexpensive staple is surprisingly versatile and reliably delicious. Here are 10 unexpected ways to enjoy them.
Flashback Friday: 54 Frugal Hobbies You Should Try Immediately
A new hobby doesn't need to drain your bank account. Have fun learning a new skill for next to zero dollars!
8 Best Sites to Help Your Kids Learn About Money
Money lessons can be, well, a little dry for younger minds. Make them fun with these interactive websites!
This Simple Calculation Will Tell You If You're Getting Your Money's Worth
"Use value" can help you get the most bang for your buck. And it'll probably save you a few bucks, too.
Best Money Tips: Habits of Financially Successful People
Today we found some fantastic articles on habits of financially successful people, how families can save money in April, and boosting your resume.
31 Essential Kitchen Tools All Frugal Cooks Need
If your tiny kitchen space doesn't have these essentials, you're not living your best life.
Are You Saving For Your Child's College Education?
Not all parents are intending to save for their children's education. There may be various reasons why this is the case and it's something I'd like to explore a little, to determi
5 "When You're Rich" Dream Buys That Aren't That Great
So, you achieved the American dream, and came into serious money. But before you go spending all that green, a word of warning…
Best of Personal Finance Roundup: How to Make Homemade Poptarts
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How to Stay on Budget While Eating Paleo
Eating like a cave man can be surprisingly expensive. Use these tips to eat paleo wisely, without blowing your budget.
People Who Became Millionaires Overnight (and What They Did With the Money)
Some lottery winners seem to wind up penniless — or worse — after their windfall. Read their stories — as well those of winners who did better.
11 Great Frugal Gifts for Booklovers
Give your favorite bookworm a real treat this holiday season with any of these stellar gift ideas.
9 Frugal Gifts for the Person Who Needs a Nap
Question: Who in your life needs a nap? Answer: Everyone! Here's what to get them for the holidays.
Secrets to World Travel (and Blogging About It)
There's a lot to know (or rather, to learn) about traveling the world and writing about it. These two books can help you get up and go.
8 Personal Finance Resolutions Anyone Can Master
Make — and keep! — these simple money resolutions in the new year. Your finances will thank you.