I found myself in a strange battle of wills last week. My favorite store, Target, was having another one of those spectacular sales. Red tags featuring the 75% off, and the rare 90
Rising fuel costs are hard on everybody, but one group gets hit especially hard: Rural folks--especially rural folks who work in town. On my previous posts on expensive fuel,
To all the Americans out there, happy Independence Day! I think this a great day to reflect upon how personal finance and patriotism is so intertwined in America. So I dug up a f
Family Businesses... when your CEO is the brother Mom always loved best! Family businesses are the backbone of the American economy, but they also face special challenges. Lea
Financial panics used to be quite ordinary. In the century or two prior to the great depression, there was a panic every 15 or 20 years. Since the great depression we haven't had
Today we found some stellar articles on frugal things to do at home this month, breaking the cycle of living paycheck to paycheck, and pitfalls to avoid when car shopping.
Some things sound too good to be true. Try, “Diaper Study: Free Diapers, and Get Paid to Use Them.” My overly-analytical (okay, suspicious) mind would question, “What’s the catch?"
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How to Go From Two Incomes to One
A lost job, a new baby… You really can make the shift from two-income household to one with some easy budgeting tricks.
Can Tiny House Living Actually Save You Money?
The latest trend in real estate is living large in a really small space. Seems like that should be a money-saver, right?
How to Shop Online Safely
With the uptake in online shopping, so does online crime. Thankfully, there are a few easy things we can do to avoid becoming a victim of it.
90% off is not a deal if you don’t need it.
I found myself in a strange battle of wills last week. My favorite store, Target, was having another one of those spectacular sales. Red tags featuring the 75% off, and the rare 90
How to Set Up an IRA to Build Wealth
Want to become a millionaire? All you have to do is invest $11 a day in an IRA for 40 years. Learn how to set yours up.
8 "Free" Things That Aren't
They say there is no such thing as a free lunch. For these other so-called freebies, "free" might actually cost you a pretty penny.
There is no Tomorrow.
Are you waiting for tomorrow for things to be different? To make changes, or refocus? I've got news for you...
What if energy costs keep rising?
Recession or not, I think the medium-term trend in energy costs is up. Just in case I'm right, you ought to have plan for that.
Rural living in a world with expensive fuel
Rising fuel costs are hard on everybody, but one group gets hit especially hard: Rural folks--especially rural folks who work in town. On my previous posts on expensive fuel,
How to Decide if an Annual Fee Credit Card Is Worth It for You
Credit cards with annual fees offer bigger rewards and more benefits. Here's what to consider to determine if one is right for you.
Patriotism and Personal Finance - A Brief Walk Through American History
To all the Americans out there, happy Independence Day! I think this a great day to reflect upon how personal finance and patriotism is so intertwined in America. So I dug up a f
6 Back-to-School Items You Should Always Shop for at the Thrift Store
Back-to-school sales are great, but thrift stores are even better. Discover the best gently used items to buy for your kids.
Family Businesses - The World's Second Oldest Business Model
Family Businesses... when your CEO is the brother Mom always loved best! Family businesses are the backbone of the American economy, but they also face special challenges. Lea
Surviving a financial panic -- lessons from the past
Financial panics used to be quite ordinary. In the century or two prior to the great depression, there was a panic every 15 or 20 years. Since the great depression we haven't had
Ask the Readers: What Are Your Holiday Shortcuts?
Tell us about your holiday shortcuts and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
5 Money Saving Travel Gadgets
From clean water to dependable Wi-Fi, these money-saving travel gadgets have your next big trip covered.
Best Money Tips: Frugal Things to Do at Home This Month
Today we found some stellar articles on frugal things to do at home this month, breaking the cycle of living paycheck to paycheck, and pitfalls to avoid when car shopping.
The 5 Best Scanners
Whether you're trying to preserve family photos or make your office paperless, you can do it with one of these excellent scanners.
8 Smart Ways to Save on Audio Books
The only thing better than reading your favorite book is listening to the audio version. And here's how to get audiobooks on the cheap.
Free Diapers: How Persistence Got Me Into a Diaper Study
Some things sound too good to be true. Try, “Diaper Study: Free Diapers, and Get Paid to Use Them.” My overly-analytical (okay, suspicious) mind would question, “What’s the catch?"