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Today I received an email that advertised a program where you can earn rewards by paying your mortgage with a credit card. There are many reasons why this is a bad idea.
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Interview with AFFIL executive director Jim Campen
Early in the subprime lending collapse, Wise Bread posted a report from Americans for Fairness in Lending explaining how the subprime lending boom hurt everyone. Since it's a
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How bad could things get? The New York Times asked that question about the economic situation. It's a good question, but they gave a really bad answer.
Best Money Tips: Throw a New Years Bash for Less Cash
Today we found some stellar articles on throwing a new years bash for less cash, paying off your auto loan early, and ways to donate to the Sandy Hook victims.
5 Habits That Kill Your Buying Power
Stop paying more for less. These bad shopping habits will leave your wallet worse for wear.
Trent Reznor giving away new Nine Inch Nails album
Music fans of the world, unite. The very cool Trent Reznor of Nine Inch Nails (or who basically IS Nine Inch Nails), is letting fans download the entire new album The Slip free at
Ask the Readers: Do You Have Side Income?
Tell us whether you have side income and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
How to Find and Hire a Real Estate Agent
Choosing the right real estate agent is the first of many difficult decisions home buyers and sellers must make. Here's how to make the right choice.
Why Would Anyone Pay Mortgages With Credit Cards?
Today I received an email that advertised a program where you can earn rewards by paying your mortgage with a credit card. There are many reasons why this is a bad idea.
Ask the Readers: What Skills Help You to Be More Frugal?
Tell us about the skills that help you be more frugal and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
Ask the Readers: What Are Your Thanksgiving Traditions?
Tell us about your family traditions and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
8 Ways You're Being a Terrible Customer
The customer is always right, right? Wrong! Don't be a terrible customer.
Best Money Tips: Ways to Fly on a Private Jet for Less
Today we found ways to fly on a private jet for less, tips for staying healthy on a budget, and how to create a meditation retreat at home.
Don't Get Taken for a Ride on a Diploma
With all of the uncertainty in today's job market with rising layoffs, whether temporary or otherwise, many people are looking to expand their skills and education in an effort to
Best Money Tips: Home Repairs to Tackle This Spring
Today we found articles on home repairs to tackle this spring, a guide to investing in your 20s, and ways to pay off your student loans.
Best Money Tips: Things You Can Sell to Make Money
Today we found some fantastic articles on things you can sell to make money, money lessons from toddlers, and ways your bank may be ripping you off.
Are You Addicted to the Internet?
Some experts think that surfing the web can you make you more productive at work. Then again, so might amphetamines, which begs the question, at what point does it get to be too mu
Best Money Tips: Ways to Never Pay Full Price for Anything
Today we found articles on ways to avoid paying full price every time you shop, a simple strategy to get better at anything, and how to lower your Internet bill.
How to Make Your Own Eco-Friendly Pet-Stain Cleaner
Pets are furry, friendly...and messy. If your pet soils the rug or furniture, get the spot (and smell) out with this green, DIY cleaner.
5 Best Amazon Deals for Thursday 01/30
Today's deals include 50% off Cashmere Sweaters, $29.99 and Under Dresses, 50% off Men's Calibre Chronometer Tachymeter Watches, and more!
5 Ways Wrath Is Keeping You Poor
You might be deeply angry about something, but that kind of emotion is not doing your finances any good at all.