Companion tickets are one of the best credit card perks available. Discover five great cards currently offering these tickets — and three not worth the trouble.
The internet has made it easier to research and book your own travel, but scams continue taking over the hotel booking space. Know how to spot those sketchy red flags.
Considering that I pay most bills online, I don’t use a whole lot of postage stamps these days. When I do, however, it almost always involves me digging through piles of paperwork
Various times here in my posts I've admitted to an unfortunate tendency toward smugness. It's really a negative character trait, and one that I struggle against. There are ways,
A friend of mine has a pathological weakness for impulse shopping. But using the techniques outlined here, she dug herself out of debt and into impulse shopping bliss.
I was a born and raised HMO baby. Health insurance had always meant plopping down a $15 co-pay at each appointment and letting my insurer pay the rest. Since insurance was a bene
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The Best Credit Cards With Airline Companion Tickets
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The Real Value of Forever Stamps
Considering that I pay most bills online, I don’t use a whole lot of postage stamps these days. When I do, however, it almost always involves me digging through piles of paperwork
Turn smugness into a positive virtue
Various times here in my posts I've admitted to an unfortunate tendency toward smugness. It's really a negative character trait, and one that I struggle against. There are ways,
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Our ears aren't actually very reliable when it comes to sensing gossip and busybodies. Here's what to look for instead of toasty earlobes.
10 Unexpected Jobs With Insane Travel
Sure, airline pilots travel a lot for work. But elevator repair techs? Learn about that and nine other careers that can satisfy your wanderlust.
The Top 10 Cheapest Cars to Insure
Buying a new car, and want to keep your insurance premiums down? Stick to one of these models.
The Benefits of Having a Roommate (Besides Saving on Rent)
Living with someone else means cheaper rent, but that's not all. Learn all the reasons why a roommate is great for your wallet AND your well-being.
The 10 Best Personal Finance Jingles of All Time
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5 Fun, Affordable Train Trips
The next time you have a long weekend, get off the highway and onto an iron horse and see the country by rail.
Better Brewing: 12 Ways to Make Coffee at Home
For all the talking we do about how much money you can save making coffee at home, we don't say much about how to make it. Here are 12 great methods.
Save Hundreds on Back to School Shopping with These Credit Card Tricks
If you're dreading the expense of back to school shopping, these credit cards tips can help you big!
Impulse Shopping: A Controllable Handicap
A friend of mine has a pathological weakness for impulse shopping. But using the techniques outlined here, she dug herself out of debt and into impulse shopping bliss.
How to Negotiate on Everything for Your Wedding
The wedding of your dreams will probably cost a pretty penny. Luckily, you can negotiate the price on everything.
Why I (Heart) My High Deductible Health Insurance Plan
I was a born and raised HMO baby. Health insurance had always meant plopping down a $15 co-pay at each appointment and letting my insurer pay the rest. Since insurance was a bene
The 3 Best Cities With Rent Control
Is rent control your secret weapon to a coveted, affordable apartment in the country’s most expensive cities? The rules are tricky, but maybe!