Low cost airlines are finally taking hold in the United States, offering a greater range of route options and discounts. At the same time, concerns over security, environmental imp
About a year ago I wrote an article about the Consumer Price Index that made some friends say that I am a conspiracy theorist, but apparently I am not alone in believing that the g
It will not, I think, surprise my regular readers to hear that I like to read books about money. All kinds of books about money--not just books on personal finance and frugality,
Today the Obama administration officially released the final details of the mortgage plan that was announced a few weeks ago. Here is a quick summary on what is in the plan and h
The best thing about giving cool, thoughtful kitchen gifts to the avid home cook? Yeah, the delicious home cooked gifts you'll enjoy for years to come.
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5 Important Tax Changes for 2016
April will be here before you know it. Are you ready for these changes to the 2016 tax code?
7 Reasons To Take The Bus
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7 Career Tips You Wish You Could Give Your Younger Self
Don't you wish a future you would come back and tell you which career choices you should make?
The 6 Healthiest Grocery Stores
Grocery stores often try to trick you into making unhealthy — and costly — food choices. Shop at these stores for healthier marketing.
5 Money Rules That'll Save You Big in Baby's First Year
Having a baby might seem like a never-ending money suck, but there are easy ways to save money in your baby's first year.
Spice Up the Conversation by Skipping "What Do You Do?"
The next time you meet someone new, don't do the usual and ask, "So, what do you do?" Instead, ask, "What excites you?"
5 Steps to Take When You Get Sued
If you find yourself the target of a civil lawsuit, don't panic. Understand what you need to do to protect yourself — and your money.
Flash Sale Sites: Great Discounts...With a Price
Flash sale websites offer great deals for a limited amount of time...but at what cost?
Shadow Government Statistics - Is the government manipulating numbers to make the economy look better than it really is?
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12 Easy Ways to Avoid Student Loan Debt
Completing college is hard enough without the mountain of debt that usually follows. Here's how to get the education without the financial stress.
Ask the Readers: What Is Your Favorite Holiday Dish?
Tell us about your favorite holiday dish and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
Garage Triage: Organize Your Garage for Maximum Chore and Storage Efficiency
If your garage is filled with everything but a car, reclaim that space. Get creative, get organized, and transform how you use your garage.
Ask the Readers: Where Do You Prefer to Work Out?
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The Best Halloween Costumes Are Homemade
If you have a few hours to spare, you can pull together homemade Halloween costumes with super simple materials.
First-Time Home Buyer? Consider These 5 Cities
Some U.S. cities still offer a prime buyers' market for first-timers. Have you considered putting down roots in one of these spots?
Book review: Towers of Gold
It will not, I think, surprise my regular readers to hear that I like to read books about money. All kinds of books about money--not just books on personal finance and frugality,
Ask The Readers: Who Are Your Favorite Personal Finance Gurus?
Tell us about your favorite personal finance gurus and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
Details of Obama's mortgage plan released - Will you benefit?
Today the Obama administration officially released the final details of the mortgage plan that was announced a few weeks ago. Here is a quick summary on what is in the plan and h
20 Great Gifts for Home Cooks
The best thing about giving cool, thoughtful kitchen gifts to the avid home cook? Yeah, the delicious home cooked gifts you'll enjoy for years to come.
8 Common Weekend Money Traps (And How to Avoid Them)
Woo hoo, it's the weekend! Don't let a couple days away from the grind tear a hole in your pocketbook.