This week is officially America Saves Week 2008. This is a campaign started in 2007 by many government agencies and private entities to encourage Americans to save because the per
Ever notice that we have names for a period when the economy isn't growing (recession or depression), but there's no name for when it is growing? If they call it anything,
The United States Postal Office will be raising their postal rates once again on May 12th, 2008. Is it time to stock up on the Forever stamp? Is this stamp that retains its value
Music fans of the world, unite. The very cool Trent Reznor of Nine Inch Nails (or who basically IS Nine Inch Nails), is letting fans download the entire new album The Slip free at
I thank my lucky stars (and the patience of my husband) that it didn’t take me quite 10 years to get a handle on my financial situation. At 29, I’m hardly what you would consider
True confessions? I'm a girl and a depression shopper (as in shopping, not unlike cheesecake, makes me momentarily happy like millions of other Sex and the City watching gals). But
I'm pretty good around the house. I can make most small, household repairs, and have even been known to take on a larger DIY project or two to save a buck. However, I know my lim
Today we found helpful articles on what you can expect from this year’s Memorial Day sales, items you should never buy new, and ways to use up “old” food.
Rarely will you stumble across an article that actually tells you how to get into debt. It's time to end the discrimination and give people who want to get into debt a list of tips
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Join America Saves Week February 24 to March 2nd
This week is officially America Saves Week 2008. This is a campaign started in 2007 by many government agencies and private entities to encourage Americans to save because the per
Fitness Resolutions: How Much Will Your New Exercise Routine Cost?
If you're like many Americans, you made a resolution to get fit this year. Here's how much it'll cost with some popular workouts.
The weird logic of economic growth
Ever notice that we have names for a period when the economy isn't growing (recession or depression), but there's no name for when it is growing? If they call it anything,
New Postal Rates Are Coming, Should You Stockpile the Forever Stamp?
The United States Postal Office will be raising their postal rates once again on May 12th, 2008. Is it time to stock up on the Forever stamp? Is this stamp that retains its value
Trent Reznor giving away new Nine Inch Nails album
Music fans of the world, unite. The very cool Trent Reznor of Nine Inch Nails (or who basically IS Nine Inch Nails), is letting fans download the entire new album The Slip free at
Credit Cards Aren’t as Competitive as They Want You to Believe
Competition between businesses is what creates good deals for consumers, right? Then why the heck are credit card companies not more competitive?
Money Management Lessons: Not Quite 10 Years to Life
I thank my lucky stars (and the patience of my husband) that it didn’t take me quite 10 years to get a handle on my financial situation. At 29, I’m hardly what you would consider
Strategic Thriftstore Shopping
True confessions? I'm a girl and a depression shopper (as in shopping, not unlike cheesecake, makes me momentarily happy like millions of other Sex and the City watching gals). But
How to Find and Hire a Real Estate Agent
Choosing the right real estate agent is the first of many difficult decisions home buyers and sellers must make. Here's how to make the right choice.
Ask the Readers: Have You Had Any Surprise Expenses This Year?
Tell us if you've had any surprise expenses this year and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
When it Pays to Call in the Experts
I'm pretty good around the house. I can make most small, household repairs, and have even been known to take on a larger DIY project or two to save a buck. However, I know my lim
Best Money Tips: Places to Find Free Moving Boxes
Today we found some great articles on places to find free moving boxes, moving back home after graduation, and beating your bills big time.
5 Steps to Take When You Get Sued
If you find yourself the target of a civil lawsuit, don't panic. Understand what you need to do to protect yourself — and your money.
Ask the Readers: What Is Your Favorite Form of Entertainment?
Tell us about your favorite form of entertainment and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
Ask the Readers: What Are Your Favorite Brands?
Tell us about your favorite brands and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
When Do I Need to Buy Life Insurance?
Jeff Rose, CFP, recommends buying life insurance if someone you love would be in financial trouble if you weren't around.
5 Best Amazon Deals for Friday 09/20
Today's great deals include Women's fashion pants $39.99 and under, 50% off Timberland shoes, 60% off popular 90s TV, and more.
Best Money Tips: What to Expect at Memorial Day Sales
Today we found helpful articles on what you can expect from this year’s Memorial Day sales, items you should never buy new, and ways to use up “old” food.
How to Get Yourself Into Debt
Rarely will you stumble across an article that actually tells you how to get into debt. It's time to end the discrimination and give people who want to get into debt a list of tips
Flashback Friday: 53 Beauty Hacks You Have to Try This Summer
Looking to master those beachy waves and keep your skin sunburn-free this summer? These beauty hacks will help.