The Fed wants to keep the inflation rate up around 2%, because their efforts to boost the economy only get traction when they can push interest rates well below the inflation rate.
Think you can live on one-tenth of your current income? If you're ready to downsize, this book can help you retire long before you ever thought possible.
Today we found some amazing articles on buying the right house, maximizing your dollar at Subway, and creating work/life balance when your kids return to school.
A second round of quantitative easing, or QE2, could have a real and significant impact on households nationwide. Learn why some Americans might soon have to do more with less.
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5 Expenses to Ditch After Age 30
Thirty is just a number, but there are several types of expenses that we should probably ditch upon hitting the Big 3-0.
The One Tool That Assures You Never Pay Too Much for Groceries
Don't just guess that an advertised price is a deal — track prices on frequent purchases over time so you know when a deal really is a deal.
7 Tricks to Get More Out of Your Slow Cooker
A slow cooker is a great way to prepare easy, time-saving meals. Make the most of your crock with these surefire, low fire cooking secrets.
How to Protect Yourself From Predatory Lending
"No credit? No problem!" At least, that's what a predatory lender might want you to think.
8 Money Moves to Make Before You Remarry
If you're planning to walk down the aisle again, it's wise to make these money moves with your partner.
Does Your House Suck? Here's How to Sell It Anyway
It's easy to sell the best house on the block — clean it up, stage it, and list it. This is how you sell the worst.
Sinking Dollar: This Time on Purpose
The Fed wants to keep the inflation rate up around 2%, because their efforts to boost the economy only get traction when they can push interest rates well below the inflation rate.
Best Money Tips: These Bedtime Tips Will Boost Your Productivity
Today we found articles on bedtime tips to boost daytime productivity, how to save money on health care, and ways to invest in real estate.
How to Effectively Complain to Get What You Want
Effective complaints make everybody happy — including you. Learn the right way to complain and get what you want.
Wise Bread Reloaded: Late Summer Grilling
Take a step back to summer's past for great grilling recipes tips and tricks you can enjoy in the waning weekends of summer present.
What to Do With 100 Tomatoes
Growing your own fruits and vegetables can provide a bounty of fresh produce. Here's what to do when things get a little too bountiful.
Book Review: Early Retirement Extreme
Think you can live on one-tenth of your current income? If you're ready to downsize, this book can help you retire long before you ever thought possible.
Best Money Tips: Steps to Make Sure You Buy the Right House
Today we found some amazing articles on buying the right house, maximizing your dollar at Subway, and creating work/life balance when your kids return to school.
10 Unprofessional Habits That Could Kill Your Career
Leave your foul mouth and ripped jeans at home. You're killing your career!
What QE2 Could Mean for Ordinary Americans
A second round of quantitative easing, or QE2, could have a real and significant impact on households nationwide. Learn why some Americans might soon have to do more with less.
3 Ways Retirees Can Build Credit
When you retire, many of life's little worries melt away. Unfortunately, worrying about your credit score doesn't.
Want to Be Happier? Work These 7 Magic Words into Your Vocabulary
The words we say and think have a strong influence over our moods and emotions. Harness their power to gain (and spread) more happiness in your life.
Best Money Tips: Grocery Shopping Tips from Extreme Couponers
Today we found articles on grocery shopping tips from extreme couponers, ways to save at Amazon, and how to have a better morning.
8 Ways to Lower Your Vet Bills
Just because your pets are beloved family members doesn't mean you should go broke paying for their medical needs.
People Who Love Their Bodies Never Do These 17 Things — Do You?
Poor health habits may indicate a lack of self-confidence — and they may contribute to it. End these habits and start feeling better inside and out.