Only having to pay 2% of your total credit-card balance a month makes charging tempting...but with interest, you could also pay more than double your original purchase price.
Today we found some fantastic articles on saving money without trying, student discounts every student should know about, and ways to slam the brakes on impulse buys.
United's MileagePlus program offers award flights on a wide variety of partner airlines, and there are plenty of ways to stretch those miles even further.
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Making Personal Finance Fun while Fighting for Financial Freedom
My story about how I went from broke, to saving without goals, to fighting for financial independence.
5 Myths About Credit Cards That Won't Go Away
Credit cards have been around for a long time now — and so have all these myths about paying with plastic.
Why You Should Follow Google's 20% Rule
This simple idea can make you happier, wealthier, and more valuable at work.
Starting a New Job: 3 Rules to Live By
Make the transition to a new job easier by following these tips.
How Much Does Your Credit Card Debt Cost You?
Only having to pay 2% of your total credit-card balance a month makes charging tempting...but with interest, you could also pay more than double your original purchase price.
Best Money Tips: Ways to Save Money Without Trying
Today we found some fantastic articles on saving money without trying, student discounts every student should know about, and ways to slam the brakes on impulse buys.
Best Money Tips: How to Make Money With Facebook Yard Sales
Today we found articles on how to sell stuff on Facebook Yard Sales, ways to recover from impulse spending, and making money while running errands.
Extreme Couponing? 5 Reasons Why I’ll Pass.
40 hours per week clipping coupons? Stockpiling products you may never use? Extreme couponing may be all the rage, but it's more like madness to me.
9 Things to Know Before Retiring Abroad
The retirement of your dreams might include becoming an expat. Before you leave the U.S., it's important to know what to expect.
What to Do If You're Retiring With Debt
Debt's a burden at any age. For retirees on fixed or reduced income, it can feel especially heavy.
10 Things to Know Before You Start a Home Improvement Project
Don't take a hammer to that wall you want to tear down until you consider these things first.
8 Industries That Could Benefit From Climate Change
The global climate is changing, and these companies are poised to profit.
14 Cool Uses for a Blender
Everyone's got one tucked away in some kitchen cabinet. If you're not getting enough mileage out of your blender, check out these 14 great uses.
6 Pitfalls When Chasing Travel Rewards
While many have used travel rewards to score free or reduced-cost travel, it helps to know the pitfalls to watch out for.
How to Pick Your First Stocks and Funds
You're ready to start investing. But where, exactly, do you start? It's easy! Try these clever ways to pick your first stocks and funds.
The 10 Best Pieces of Cooking Advice From Julia Child
You don't have to go far to find your inner chef. Master these evergreen cooking hacks from one of the culinary world's most inspiring women.
The Surprising Reasons Your Fixed-Rate Mortgage Payment Could Rise
They say nothing is set in stone, and your monthly mortgage payment is no exception. Plan ahead for these possible house payment price hikes.
How to Get More Value From United Airlines Miles
United's MileagePlus program offers award flights on a wide variety of partner airlines, and there are plenty of ways to stretch those miles even further.
Jettison the Junk: Why Clutter Clouds Your Mind and Saps Your Energy
A life cluttered with junk not only takes up space — it can take your energy, too.
The 5 Best Wireless Chargers
Keeping your phone charged all day isn't easy, but it can be. Use any of these wireless chargers and your phone will never run out of juice.