When it comes to traveling through Europe, there's a lot to be said for taking the train. With just a little planning, you can see five or six countries in just a week — and for a
In my last article I gave several reasons as to why you need a plain text resume to apply for jobs online. This post is a short guide to preparing your resume in plain text.
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Europe on the Cheap: Take the Train
When it comes to traveling through Europe, there's a lot to be said for taking the train. With just a little planning, you can see five or six countries in just a week — and for a
How to Buy Your First Stock(s) or Fund(s)
There's a first time for everything — including investing! Ready to dive into the wide world of stocks and funds? Start here.
11 Things You Can Do on Your Lunch Break to Change Your Life
After you finish stuffing your face at your desk, instead of returning to work (or Facebook), spend a few minutes focused on improving you.
The 7 Best Free Tools to Improve Your Work Performance
Stop working harder and start working smarter with these free tools that boost productivity.
How to Prepare a Plain Text Resume
In my last article I gave several reasons as to why you need a plain text resume to apply for jobs online. This post is a short guide to preparing your resume in plain text.
4 Dumb Ways You Are Wasting Money Online
Online marketers are skilled at parting you from your money. Beware of these four marketing tricks — and learn how to defend your wallet from them.
5 Times You Can Score a Great Deal on a New Car
While a brand-new car is not the most frugal way to buy a new-to-you set of wheels, if you must, let the calendar help you save some money.
Contributing to a Roth Versus Paying Down Debt
This post was prompted by a reader question, but it's an issue that many people face—we see versions of it all the time in the forums.
This Is the One Skill You Need If You Want to Work for Yourself
You've dreamed of starting a business (or maybe you already have) but if you don't master this entrepreneurial skill, your enterprise will be doomed.
Beware These 6 Phony IRS Calls and Emails
No one particularly likes hearing from the IRS, but we bet you'd enjoy hearing from these tax scammers even less.
The Audacity to Waste Money for Better Finances
Sometimes, what seems like a waste of money might actually be one of the best ways you can spend your cash.
18 Awesome Things You Can Do This Weekend for Under $10
Looking for fun this weekend but wallet's looking a little thin? No problem, all you need is ten bucks and creative ideas like these.
Are You in the Wrong Career? Here's How to Tell
Get help choosing or changing a career with this collection of life-altering online tools and databases.
The 6 Companies With the Best Customer Service
Sure, business is in it for the money. That's why it's so nice to hear about a company going above and beyond to satisfy a customer — like these.
The 10 Stupidest Things Smart People Say
You're smart, wise, savvy — so stop saying these 10 words and phrases that make you look stupid!
Dealing with Post-Holiday Credit Card Debt
It's not the most wonderful time of the year when the first credit card bills from the holiday season start to arrive. Here's how to pay them off.
How to Get Over These 5 Scary Things About Investing
If fear is holding you back from investing, screw your courage to the sticking place! Stop letting fear make your money decisions for you.
How to Make Money With Peer-to-Peer Lending Service Prosper
Unleash your inner banker with Prosper, the peer-to-peer lending service. Low investment minimums and a variety of risk thresholds make it easy.
Do This One Thing a Day to Defeat Awkwardness
Did you just get caught gossiping by the gossipee? Here's what to do to recover from that awkward situation — and lots more besides.
5 Financial Holidays I'd Like to See
If people can claim Turkey Neck Soup Day is a holiday, then we should celebrate some more-useful financial holidays too.