What's the secret to achieving any goal you set? Breaking it down into many smaller sequential goals and tackling each one at a time. Here's how to do it.
My goal has always been to work for ten years and then have enough financial freedom to do whatever I want to do. Whenever I tell people this they seem to be rather incredulous an
In advertising, my chosen career, there is an unwritten rule for working with clients that makes everyone’s lives just a little better. It’s the three F rule. But when I explained
Most of us agree that other people fail at personal finance, but we think our own finances are fine. That's the first of many lies we tell about our money.
With the growth of sites like Airbnb, more travelers are choosing to stay in room and house rentals rather than hotels. Learn how it can save you money.
We've all experienced a gift of a sweater that was too small (or worse yet, itchy). There are even tales of fine art presents that missed the mark of good taste and ended up hangin
Knowing that I'd be short on time as a first year law student, my mom offered to help me cook in bulk at the beginning of fall semester. The batch method proved to be a lifesaver b
How are jobless numbers tabulated? Are they even accurate in the truest sense? Why do newspeople get it completely wrong? Why do the jobless figures make us so jittery and
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Achieve More With Goal Sequencing
What's the secret to achieving any goal you set? Breaking it down into many smaller sequential goals and tackling each one at a time. Here's how to do it.
Savor Your Trip and Save Big With These 5 Slow Travel Tips
By extending your time on the road, you can stretch your dollars and have more fun. Here's how slow travel saves you big.
The 5 Best Eyebrow Pencils
If your current eye makeup isn't cutting it, using an eyebrow pencil is what you need. Try one of these the next time you want your peepers to pop.
The 5 Best Slow Cookers
Slow cookers are one of the best tools for easily preparing frugal, healthy, and delicious meals. Get started with one of these affordable options.
What is keeping you from a life of financial independence?
My goal has always been to work for ten years and then have enough financial freedom to do whatever I want to do. Whenever I tell people this they seem to be rather incredulous an
Here's How to Deduct Charitable Donations on Your Taxes
Follow the rules if you want a tax break for charitable contributions. The IRS isn't so charitable with audits.
Which Disney Credit Card Is Best for You?
Planning a Disney trip? Here's how to choose the right Disney Credit Card.
5 Money Moves to Make the Moment You Decide to Get Married
Finance woes can put a real damper on newly-engaged bliss. Make your marriage happily ever after by getting off to a good financial start.
The Three F Rule Can Lead You to Happiness
In advertising, my chosen career, there is an unwritten rule for working with clients that makes everyone’s lives just a little better. It’s the three F rule. But when I explained
You Are Lying to Yourself About Your Money
Most of us agree that other people fail at personal finance, but we think our own finances are fine. That's the first of many lies we tell about our money.
10 Things You Can Do Right Now to Become More Hirable
You can land that job by presenting the most hirable version of you. Here are 10 things you can do immediately to become more hirable.
9 Questions You Should Ask Before Hiring a Robo-Adviser
Robots are taking all the jobs — even the money manager's. Before you let a bot manage your nest egg, make sure it knows what it's doing.
When Should You Get a Vacation Rental Instead of a Hotel?
With the growth of sites like Airbnb, more travelers are choosing to stay in room and house rentals rather than hotels. Learn how it can save you money.
Ask the Readers: Do you Return Gifts? (Chance to Win $10!)
We've all experienced a gift of a sweater that was too small (or worse yet, itchy). There are even tales of fine art presents that missed the mark of good taste and ended up hangin
12 Ways to Rekindle Passion for Your Job
You once bounced into your new job like a kid entering Wonka's factory. Now, you can't wait to leave every day. Can you get it back? Yes you can.
5 Awesome Easy to Freeze Meals
Knowing that I'd be short on time as a first year law student, my mom offered to help me cook in bulk at the beginning of fall semester. The batch method proved to be a lifesaver b
6 Ways to Invest When You're In Debt
Investing and paying down debt? Yep, you read correctly. It's possible!
How to Get Rid of Your Unwanted Gifts and Make Money Too
You probably received one or two gifts you aren't crazy about. Instead of letting them collect dust, sell them and make a little cash!
Who's Your Data? The Myths and Misnomers of Unemployment Figures
How are jobless numbers tabulated? Are they even accurate in the truest sense? Why do newspeople get it completely wrong? Why do the jobless figures make us so jittery and
5 Money Conversations Every Couple Should Have
Money may not buy happiness, but being honest and open about it can buy you a lot of relationship points.