Today we found articles on easy ways to avoid daily money traps, how to keep your beach vacation within budget, and the worst fee you can possibly pay.
In the old days, companies actually produced stuff. They invented it, designed it, made it, marketed it, and sold it. Although there are still some companies like that, they'r
As the economy falters, so does the patience of some parents, leading them to act out their frustrations in the worst possible way. Here are some tips on how to avoid this loss of
The United States government launched the "Hope for Homeowners" program back in October, 2008, and so far only one loan has received final approval to refinance under this program.
A wine tasting weekend doesn't have to be expensive and snooty. These grape growing regions offer great wine country experiences (and wine!), at a fraction of Napa's cost.
There was a brief period, before the last recession, when my career-services clients actually found jobs on online job boards. They’d post resumes, and interview requests and job o
This isn’t the first time I’ve written about recalls. Sadly, they seem to pop up every day – either an indication of our products getting junkier, or a sign that the government is
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Best Money Tips: Simple Ways to Avoid Daily Money Traps
Today we found articles on easy ways to avoid daily money traps, how to keep your beach vacation within budget, and the worst fee you can possibly pay.
The 10 Worst Tax Moves You Can Make
Tax time is coming up as fast as the holidays are. Have you been naughty or nice?
Modern companies as specialized venture capital firms
In the old days, companies actually produced stuff. They invented it, designed it, made it, marketed it, and sold it. Although there are still some companies like that, they'r
5 Easiest Ways to Score Free eBooks
Good news, bookworms! Your love of eBooks doesn't have to cost a thing.
Family Finances, Entrepreneurship, and More with Canadian Finance Blog's Tom Drake
Check out our interview with Tom for tips on living frugally as a family, entrepreneurship, and his favorite ways to use Skype!
Child Abuse and the Recession
As the economy falters, so does the patience of some parents, leading them to act out their frustrations in the worst possible way. Here are some tips on how to avoid this loss of
10 Great Gifts for Frequent Travelers
Perfect gifts that will help them travel faster, safer, and enjoy the moment.
Mortgage bailout redux: new incentives for modifying second mortgages in the Second Lien Program
The United States government launched the "Hope for Homeowners" program back in October, 2008, and so far only one loan has received final approval to refinance under this program.
Can You Really Make a Living as an Ebook Writer?
Ever wonder if you could make a living as an ebook author? Us too! Find out what we learned about it.
Teen Wins $100,000 Scholarship From the H&R Block Budget Challenge
Learn how 17-year-old Sean Lawrence won the contest and how your family can participate in the next one.
How to Be Happy and Married: 24 Tips from a 24-Year-Old Marriage
My husband and I celebrated our 24th anniversary last week. Here are a few things I've learned about having a happy, long-lasting marriage.
Hey Boss, Please Don’t Bother Me, I’m Daydreaming
Long considered the sole provenance of the lazy and uninspired, the process of daydreaming may be more productive than we thought.
7 No-Fuss Wine Destinations Anyone Can Visit (and Enjoy!)
A wine tasting weekend doesn't have to be expensive and snooty. These grape growing regions offer great wine country experiences (and wine!), at a fraction of Napa's cost.
Top Meal Planning Apps and Websites
Quickly crafting delicious and healthy breakfasts, lunches, and dinners is easy when you have these meal-planning tools on your side.
Who Cares if there's a Recession? I just started a business
Thinking about starting a little business on the side in the middle of a recession? Go ahead and try it! I am.
12 Things That Will Be Less Expensive in 2012
From electronics to wine to even rental cars, savings-minded shoppers should keep an eye on prices for these items in 2012.
How Online Job Boards Can Actually Help A Job Search
There was a brief period, before the last recession, when my career-services clients actually found jobs on online job boards. They’d post resumes, and interview requests and job o
5 Airlines With the Best Customer Service
Air travel is the worst, right? With these top flight airlines, it's actually pretty nice!
The Best and Worst Things to Buy in April
From home-improvement supplies to vacations to aggressively priced tablets, discover the best and worst things to shop for this month.
Recalled Robes, Cribs, and Hooded Sweatshirts: Top Safety Concerns You Should Know About
This isn’t the first time I’ve written about recalls. Sadly, they seem to pop up every day – either an indication of our products getting junkier, or a sign that the government is