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.
Whether you're surrounded by piles of unsorted financial documents or could just use a little straightening up, here's how to painlessly get organized.
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Open a beer bottle with a sheet of paper
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Don't wait for the boss to schedule your annual review. There are plenty of reasons to give yourself an appraisal right now.
The High Cost of Planning for the End of the World
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Should You Treat Your Social Security Benefits Like a Bond?
A lot of things can impact your retirement investment strategy. Should your future Social Security benefits be one of them?
5 Spectacular Amusement Parks for Thrill Seekers
If a thrill is what you're seeking, and the standard Ferris wheel can't get you shrieking, then these five theme parks will leave you freaking.
A Step-by-Step Guide to Planning a Trip Around the World
Planning a trip around the world? Use this step-by-step guide to help you in the planning process.
What You Need to Know Before Leasing a Car
We're generally in favor of buying versus leasing. If you decide to lease, make sure you understand what you're paying for.
Ask the Readers: What Helps You Feel Better When You're Sick?
Tell us about the things that help you feel better when you're sick and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
15 Personal Finance Calculators Everyone Should Use
Personal finance is best handled with numbers — accurate numbers. These great online calculators have you covered, no math skills required.
The 5 Best Surround Sound Speakers
If you're saving money by watching movies at home, make your home entertainment system extraordinary with these surround sound speakers.
Are You Spending Too Much on "Normal" Expenses?
What is normal, anyway? When it comes to your spending, these numbers show how you stack up against the average.
How to Do What Identity Theft Protection Companies Do...for FREE
Identity theft protection is a big business. We show you how to protect your identity for free.
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.
6 Quick Tips for Organizing Your Finances
Whether you're surrounded by piles of unsorted financial documents or could just use a little straightening up, here's how to painlessly get organized.
4 New Reasons You Need an Emergency Fund
You've heard it all before: You need an emergency fund. See if these new persuaders don't convince you.
What Is a Lipper Average, and Why Should We Care?
Companies brag about how their mutual funds beat Lipper averages. That sounds awesome...until you learn a little more about what a Lipper average is.
How to Find the Savings Strategy That Works For You
The path to saving money is as diverse as it is customizable. Are you following the best path for you?
How to Keep Your Job Hunt From Busting Your Budget
You want to go all out in your job search, but you don't want to go broke in the process.
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.