Interest rates for ordinary savers held up pretty well after the first Fed rate cut in July last year. There was a simple reason--banks needed the money. With the cr
The trend toward replacing traditional employees with varying combinations of temps, contractors, outsourcing, and off-shoring is old news now. That gives us a bit of perspective
This Thursday there will be two nation-wide promotions offering treats to customers of McDonalds and Dunkin’ Donuts. While I’m a fan of chicken and waffles, I’ve never done chicke
This classic fable illustrates the fundamental difference in savers and spenders. Spenders live for the moment, frittering away their earnings on things like technology gadgets, e
Everyone’s looking to become less dependent on the traditional economy. As we wean ourselves from manufactured luxuries and discover ways to create for ourselves, it can be diffic
It has occurred to me that tapping into one’s home equity can be like pawning a gold necklace, television set, or other personal item with resale value. Both involve using collater
Today we found some great articles on creative ways to give to charity, what to know before buying a vacation home, and rules for following up after an interview.
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Savers suffering as rates fall--what to do
Interest rates for ordinary savers held up pretty well after the first Fed rate cut in July last year. There was a simple reason--banks needed the money. With the cr
12 Financial Moves to Make When a Loved One Dies
Putting off money matters is common even in the best of times. But in the weeks following the death of a loved one, these money decisions can't wait.
What's an employee to do? Part 2
The trend toward replacing traditional employees with varying combinations of temps, contractors, outsourcing, and off-shoring is old news now. That gives us a bit of perspective
15 Ways to Make Brown Bagging It Better Than Buying Lunch
You know bringing your own lunch can save you tons — but bleh. Make your midday meal a real reward and you'll win twice.
Get Your Free Chicken and Caffeine on May 15th
This Thursday there will be two nation-wide promotions offering treats to customers of McDonalds and Dunkin’ Donuts. While I’m a fan of chicken and waffles, I’ve never done chicke
Are You an Ant or a Grasshopper?
This classic fable illustrates the fundamental difference in savers and spenders. Spenders live for the moment, frittering away their earnings on things like technology gadgets, e
How to Manage Your Debt in 10 Minutes a Week
One way we sabotage debt repayment is by convincing ourselves it's a difficult, time-consuming chore. It isn't if you follow this simple plan.
Are You a Value or Growth Investor? Take This Quiz
When it comes to investing, are you a tortoise or a hare? Take our quiz to find out.
Best Money Tips: Writing the Perfect Cover Letter
Today we found some fantastic articles on writing the perfect cover letter, why gas prices keep going up, and retirement advice from real people.
Ask the Readers: How Often Do You Replace Your Phone?
Tell us how often you replace your phone and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
12 Green Living Habits That'll Save You Every Month
With just a few small tweaks to your routine, soon you'll be treading lightly and carrying a heavy wallet.
Best Money Tips: Avoiding Quiet Time Costs You Money
Today we found articles on how avoiding quiet time can cost you money, non-traditional ways to become a homeowner, and ways to save money on meat.
Should I Get Life Insurance Through My Employer?
Does it make sense to get life insurance through your employer? Maybe not. Jeff Rose, CFP, explains why.
These DIY Magazines Can Help You Be Self-Reliant
Everyone’s looking to become less dependent on the traditional economy. As we wean ourselves from manufactured luxuries and discover ways to create for ourselves, it can be diffic
How Tapping Into Home Equity Is Like Pawning A Gold Necklace
It has occurred to me that tapping into one’s home equity can be like pawning a gold necklace, television set, or other personal item with resale value. Both involve using collater
Best Money Tips: Creative Ways to Give to Charity
Today we found some great articles on creative ways to give to charity, what to know before buying a vacation home, and rules for following up after an interview.
The Only 9 Things You'd Really Need If You Lost Everything
If, God forbid, you were to lose everything, what would you need to get by? Start with the basics and work your way up.
Ask the Readers: What Are Your Tips for Back-to-School Shopping?
Tell us your tips for back-to-school shopping and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
Cheap Hotel Room Promo: Get a Room at Super 8 for $8.88! (offer expired)
What’s better than a cheap hotel room? A dirt cheap motel room. The mother of all inexpensive motels is offering a limited-time rate for those who are dedicated to the magic of “
15 Delicious and Easy New Ways to Top Your Burgers
If you love burgers but have been getting bored with the basic lettuce-tomato topping, check out these 15 delicious new ways to top your patties.