If there are two pieces of financial advice that get hammered more often than any others, they're "Get out of debt" and "Put enough in your 401(k) to get any corporate match." Wi
Young investors need strong investment returns that exceed the rate of inflation in order to avoid working in later years. Is real estate a good investment option?
TechCrunch recently reported that the software giant Microsoft made mistakes on the severances it paid to its laid off workers. As a result, Microsoft sent out letters to an unknow
Lately many Californians have been heading to the rivers and streams to prospect for gold. The increase in people taking up this activity has some newspapers writing about "the new
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.
If you quit checking your 401(k) balance last year, because the market crash made it too depressing, now might be a good time to take a fresh look. It'll still be well down from t
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Funding your 401(k) when you're in debt
If there are two pieces of financial advice that get hammered more often than any others, they're "Get out of debt" and "Put enough in your 401(k) to get any corporate match." Wi
15 Ways to Make Money While You Travel
You can extend your stay and deepen your experience by hustling up side jobs (or even full-time gigs) while you roam. Here's how to do it.
10 Frugal Reasons to Compost
Looking to live a little greener and save a little more green? Give composting a try!
Stuff We Love: A Mimijumi Baby Bottle, Because It's More Like Mom
Why does the Mimijumi work so well? A bottle this similar to mom makes the transition from breast to bottle easy as pie.
A Simple Guide to Socially Responsible Investing
We all want to do right and do well. Make a difference in the world as your returns roll in with socially responsible investing.
Is Real Estate a Good Investment?
Young investors need strong investment returns that exceed the rate of inflation in order to avoid working in later years. Is real estate a good investment option?
6 Ways NOT to Spend Your Credit Card Rewards
Earning credit card rewards is a key benefit of buying with plastic. Just make sure you choose rewards that have all the value you earned!
What should you do when you are asked to repay an overpayment of severance?
TechCrunch recently reported that the software giant Microsoft made mistakes on the severances it paid to its laid off workers. As a result, Microsoft sent out letters to an unknow
No Hassle: Capital One Cash Rewards Card
A miserly 1% cash back isn’t great, but several other attractive features make this card a good choice, especially for world travelers.
The 5 Best 3D Televisions
With Black Friday sales approaching, you might be considering buying a new 3D TV — if so, make it one of these top picks.
Money making hobby: panning for gold
Lately many Californians have been heading to the rivers and streams to prospect for gold. The increase in people taking up this activity has some newspapers writing about "the new
10 Reasons Why You Should Ask for Cash This Christmas
If you're reluctant to put greenbacks on your wishlist, don't be. Cash is a great gift to give — and to receive.
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.
8 Money Moves to Make the Moment You Get a Promotion
A promotion isn't an invitation to launch a spending spree. Make these smart, responsible money moves instead.
Watch Out for These 4 Sneaky Charges on Your Monthly Bills
Some businesses will try to slip unfair fees onto your bill. Watch for these extras on your statements to be certain you're only paying what you owe.
The 5 Best Paper Shredders
A paper shredder can help you protect your valuable personal information from identity thieves. Here are our picks for the top five.
Your Debt Is Killing You — Here's the Cure
Forget about saving for retirement and your kid's college tuition. Here's the best reason to get serious about eliminating debt — it's killing you.
Don't Despair Over Small Retirement Savings
If you quit checking your 401(k) balance last year, because the market crash made it too depressing, now might be a good time to take a fresh look. It'll still be well down from t
Three E-Books to Help You Make Money, Travel, and Change Your Life
It’s no secret that many of us are looking for something different in life. And one of the biggest things we can change about our lives is how we work. If we are not tied to a desk
Best Money Tips: How to Improve Your Working Memory
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