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
After the recent interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve many of my bank and money market interest rates plummeted. Now the best yield I have is on my Series I Savings Bonds iss
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The United States government launched the "Hope for Homeowners" program back in October, 2008, and so far only one loan has received final approval to refinance under this program.
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From pricey insurance plans to products you never planned to buy, the pressure of an upsell can lead to unnecessary purchases. Learn how to avoid the temptation.
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A story recently appearing in the Atlanta Journal Constitution told of a growing trend in the metro Atlanta area - people running out of gas. This is probably to be expected consi
If there are two pieces of financial advice that get hammered more often than any others, they're "Get out of debt" and "Put enough in your 401(k) to get any corporate match." Wi
We spend our whole life trying to reach our retirement goal. What do we do when we actually reach it? Here are some suggestions that anyone can and should follow.
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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
A Simple Guide to Series I Savings Bonds (I-Bonds)
After the recent interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve many of my bank and money market interest rates plummeted. Now the best yield I have is on my Series I Savings Bonds iss
Holiday Gift Ideas Straight Out of Your Pantry
When it comes to thinking up creative holiday gifts, it's worth taking a look in your pantry. If you're looking for a way to make your own holiday gift from scratch, consumables —
Mortgage bailout redux: new incentives for modifying second mortgages in the Second Lien Program
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How to Avoid Getting Your Credit Card Canceled
Find out why your credit card could be canceled on you without notice, and tips to help avoid it.
Save Money Shopping Online With Google
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8 Timeless Tips for Resisting the Upsell
From pricey insurance plans to products you never planned to buy, the pressure of an upsell can lead to unnecessary purchases. Learn how to avoid the temptation.
How to Find Your New Identity After Retirement
Your job is part of who you are. What happens when you leave it?
Best Money Tips: Reduce Your Food Budget
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Best Money Tips: Frugal Ways to Hire a Babysitter
Today we found some great articles on frugal ways to hire a babysitter, how to spend a tax refund, and ways to get money fast.
Restore your notebook battery quickly and cheaply.
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Save $115 to $150 on portable DVD players.
I was sat on my computer quietly doing a little url hacking (75% off at Amazon...I'll show you how in a future post) and I came across these deals purely by chance. [more]
Chore Time: Allowances for Adults
Kids receive allowances for doing their chores. A similar system can be a great way to help adults budget for discretionary spending.
Best Money Tips: The Best and Worst Baby Buys
Today we found some awesome articles on the best and worst baby buys, ways to budget your bucks, and saving money on your car insurance.
How to Use Airline Shopping Portals to Cash In On Rewards
Airline shopping portals can help you earn thousands of miles each year, without getting on an airplane.
What Can You Do With Unwanted Gift Cards?
In my house we try to spend gift cards as soon as possible because the longer they are held the less purchasing power they have. Sometimes there are just cards you are not interest
One Way to Combat High Prices - Just Run Out of Gas
A story recently appearing in the Atlanta Journal Constitution told of a growing trend in the metro Atlanta area - people running out of gas. This is probably to be expected consi
8 Ways to Boost Your Neighborhood and Your Home's Value
A bathroom re-do will boost the value of a new home, but don't overlook the value of a strong neighborhood, too. Here's how to re-do your 'hood.
Funding your 401(k) when you're in debt
If there are two pieces of financial advice that get hammered more often than any others, they're "Get out of debt" and "Put enough in your 401(k) to get any corporate match." Wi
I'm Financially Free. Now What?
We spend our whole life trying to reach our retirement goal. What do we do when we actually reach it? Here are some suggestions that anyone can and should follow.