According to the Bureau of Economic Analysis, the personal savings rate in May 2009 was 6.9%. This a 15 year high and a far cry from the negative savings rates of just a few yea
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According to the Bureau of Economic Analysis, the personal savings rate in May 2009 was 6.9%. This a 15 year high and a far cry from the negative savings rates of just a few yea
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Digital nomads and perpetual travelers can use these simple tricks to save money for retirement — whatever their current address.
Secrets of Top eBay Sellers
What do eBay's most successful sellers know about making money on the site? Here are some of their tips for saving time, avoiding problems, and making more money.
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Winter blues got you down? Look ahead to summertime, and make sure this will be your best one yet.
Flashback Friday: 42 Ways the 7 Deadly Sins Are Keeping You Poor
Greed, pride, and the five other deadly sins might be the reason for your financial struggles.
10 Delicious But Difficult Recipes Made Easy
Enjoy pasta or Hollandaise but don't enjoy the effort and the fuss? Try these easy versions of those and eight other challenging dishes.
Eliminate Failed New Year's Resolutions with 3 Simple Steps
Want to succeed in your New Year's resolutions? Follow these three steps to keep yourself on target.
The Top 5 ETFs You Should Buy Now
Exchange traded funds are popular due to low cost and diversification potential. Consider adding these five funds to your IRA or 401(k).
Making Money From Clinical Trials: Worth the Risk?
Participating in a clinical trial can deliver a sizable payday in a short period of time...but is the money worth the risk?
4 Questions to Answer Before Giving Your Kid a Credit Card
Are you giving your little one their very own plastic? Before handing it over, set some ground rules.
3 Ways to Fund Your Business Without Touching Savings
Don't take one step forward and two steps back. Here's how to fund a new business venture without touching your retirement savings.
The Encouraging Truth About How Americans Are Covering the Cost of College
Everybody knows college is expensive, but just how much are people really paying out of pocket? A recent survey sheds some light.
4 Ways to Help Your Adult Kids and Still Save for Retirement
You want to take care of your kids. But you also need to take care of your own financial future.
4 Times Student Loan Refinancing Can Save You Big
To re-fi or not to re-fi… managing a student loan today is surprisingly complex. Consider these factors before you decide.
10 Money Rules Every Working Adult Should Know
Money management doesn't have to be complicated. Master a few (or all!) of these basics and you'll be on your way.
Trade versus localization
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7 Great Investments for First-Timers
If you're new to investing and unsure of where to start, don't fret! Check out these investments that are great for newbies.
7 Penalty-Free Ways to Withdraw Money From Your Retirement Account
Borrow money from your IRA, penalty-free? It's possible in these seven scenarios!
How to Travel in Style...For Free
How would you like to travel in style for the cost of the most basic economy option? All you have to do is ask.
4 Easy Ways to Start Saving for a Down Payment on a Home
Even the humblest of down payments will eat up a sizable savings account. How can you put together a down payment on a home that won't break you?