I don't just mean that the rate of inflation is higher than the government's reported rate--that's evident to anyone who's paying attention. But there are other co
I met with an elderly couple today in their home to execute some planning documents. While neither of them ever had jobs as professionals and neither inherited any money from fa
I've heard about the frugal shoppers storming CVS for free merchandise from KY Jelly to glucose monitors. Was this a penny-enny game for grandmothers with too much time on thei
Yesterday I was talking to a friend and he mentioned that his company just started offering the option of investing in Roth 401ks. He was wondering if he should stick with his regu
Successful investors know how to get the most from compound interest and make sure they have the right asset allocation. Here's why these two investing concepts are so important.
This week the Justice Department reached an antitrust settlement with the National Association of Realtors that is meant to spur competition and bring down the standard 6% commissi
As long as prices are free to rise, I wouldn't expect much in the way of gasoline shortages--at least not widespread, long-lasting ones. But it's actually pretty easy to produce a
As we watch the markets sink and gyrate, it's a scary time. There's talk of a major recession. While the downsides of a downturn are obvious and very real -- lost work, lost invest
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
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Inflation is worse than you think
I don't just mean that the rate of inflation is higher than the government's reported rate--that's evident to anyone who's paying attention. But there are other co
Best Money Tips: The Best and Worst Baby Buys
Today we found some awesome articles on the best and worst baby buys, ways to budget your bucks, and saving money on your car insurance.
How to Find a Great Babysitter
Take back date night! Here's how to find and vet a trusted babysitter in your area.
25 Things I Don't Want to Regret Once I Retire...
I met with an elderly couple today in their home to execute some planning documents. While neither of them ever had jobs as professionals and neither inherited any money from fa
This Is How Much a "Rent-to-Own" TV Really Costs
You know buying through "rent-to-own" is probably not a great deal. It's much, much worse than that.
Trying Out CVS Madness
I've heard about the frugal shoppers storming CVS for free merchandise from KY Jelly to glucose monitors. Was this a penny-enny game for grandmothers with too much time on thei
5 Times It's Okay to Close a Credit Card
You know the drill — closing a credit card can damage your credit score. But sometimes, it might be the right move.
Best Money Tips: IRS Audit Red Flags
Today we found some fantastic articles on IRS audit red flags, ways to spring-clean your finances, and hidden costs of DIY moving.
Ask the Readers: Do You Spring Clean?
Tell us whether or not you clean house each spring and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
Should You Choose a Roth 401k or a Regular 401k?
Yesterday I was talking to a friend and he mentioned that his company just started offering the option of investing in Roth 401ks. He was wondering if he should stick with his regu
2 Investing Concepts Everyone Should Know
Successful investors know how to get the most from compound interest and make sure they have the right asset allocation. Here's why these two investing concepts are so important.
Is It the End of 6% Real Estate Commissions?
This week the Justice Department reached an antitrust settlement with the National Association of Realtors that is meant to spur competition and bring down the standard 6% commissi
Best Money Tips: Free Resume Tools
Today we found some awesome articles on free resume tools, keeping summer exciting for the kids, and signs that now isn't the time to retire.
Spot shortages of gasoline?
As long as prices are free to rise, I wouldn't expect much in the way of gasoline shortages--at least not widespread, long-lasting ones. But it's actually pretty easy to produce a
4 Tax Mistakes New Parents Make
In the bustle of parenthood, new moms and dads often forget about these huge potential tax savings. Are you making the same mistake?
The Upside of Down
As we watch the markets sink and gyrate, it's a scary time. There's talk of a major recession. While the downsides of a downturn are obvious and very real -- lost work, lost invest
Ask the Readers: How Do You Stay On Budget During the Holidays?
Tell us how you stay on budget during the holidays and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
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
Best Money Tips: Ways to Become a Millionaire Next Door
Today we found helpful articles on how to become a millionaire next door, simple ways to show you care, and bathroom upgrades that won’t break your budget.
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.