Lack of access to the banking system has been an expensive burden on the poor. Just recently, a surge in new financial products make it a lot less expensive to be unbanked.
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The Basics of CD Laddering
To get the most out of your long-term savings, set up a CD ladder to earn the most attractive rates without tying up your money for years and years.
10 Budget Design Ideas for a Kids' Playroom
If your kids have made the kitchen or family room into their playroom, reclaim your space with these budget-friendly playroom ideas.
Stuff We Love: 49 Different Looks From One Pair of Mohop Sandals
Cute, custom, and cruelty free. Mohop's vegan shoes are good for your feet, your planet, and your wardrobe.
Save a Surprising Amount by Quitting These 4 Bad Habits
Breaking a bad habit is not easy, but it's a whole lot easier when there's a lot of money is at stake. How much can you save?
8 Ways to Reduce Mortgage Closing Costs
Mortgage closing costs can add up to thousands of dollars. Discover how you can easily and drastically reduce these costs.
6 Ways NOT to Spend Your Credit Card Rewards
Earning credit card rewards is a key benefit of buying with plastic. Just make sure you choose rewards that have all the value you earned!
5 Essential Tools for Telecommuting
Working from home is great — especially if you have the right tools to make a seamless transition from office to house.
Can You Really Make a Living as an Ebook Writer?
Ever wonder if you could make a living as an ebook author? Us too! Find out what we learned about it.
7 Money Moves to Make as Soon as the Kids Move Out
High-five, empty nester! Your chicks have successfully spread their wings. Now it's time to get your finances back on track.
Watch Out for These 4 Sneaky Charges on Your Monthly Bills
Some businesses will try to slip unfair fees onto your bill. Watch for these extras on your statements to be certain you're only paying what you owe.
7 Signs You Have a Serious Spending Addiction
Spending addiction is real, damaging, and scary. If you recognize yourself in any of these signs, you may need to seek help.
Could Trump Bring Higher Interest Rates and Inflation? Consider These Money Moves
Will the fiscal landscape be different in 2017 during a Trump presidency? Here's how to get your money ready, either way things go.
Best Credit Cards for Jewelry Stores
A guide to the best jewelry store credit cards.
New Tools for the Unbanked
Lack of access to the banking system has been an expensive burden on the poor. Just recently, a surge in new financial products make it a lot less expensive to be unbanked.
9 DIY Landscaping and Gardening Skills That Will Save You Money
It's not too late to get your summer garden to bloom — and it doesn't take a lot of money, either. Get outside and get dirty!
5-Minute Finance: Start an Emergency Fund
It can take years to recoup from a financial emergency. But it only takes five minutes to set up an emergency fund.
Tips For Using Hotel Reward Points to Get the Most Value
Make sure you're getting the most value when redeeming your hotel reward points.
5 Caribbean Destinations That Aren't in the Hurricane Belt
Planning a trip to the Caribbean but worried about hurricane season? Luckily, these destinations are actually outside of the hurricane belt.
Best Money Tips: How Much You Should Spend in Retirement
Today we found articles on how much you should spend in retirement, ways to save money on Father’s Day gifts, and how to use your vacation to improve your everyday life.
The 5 Worst Money Mistakes New Grads Make
You're leaving college and entering the wonderful world of adulthood. This means avoiding the money mishaps that can throw your life off course.