According to the Bureau of Economic Analysis, the personal savings rate in May 2009 was 6.9%. This a 15 year high and a far cry from the negative savings rates of just a few yea
Hurricane Sandy's devastation served as an important reminder for many — when it comes to emergency planning, you need an emergency financial plan too.
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Debt Management Resources
Debt becomes a slippery slope (and a downward spiral) if you don't know how to manage it well. Here's what you need to know about debt management.
10 Countries Where Banks Pay Crazy Interest Rates
If you think the interest rates of American banks are wacky, wait until you take a look at rates in these other countries.
The 5 Best Sous Vide Tools
Cooking the perfect meal isn't easy, but it can be. Use any of these sous vide tools and take dinner to a whole new level of yum.
The 5 Best Kitchen Dish Towels
Keeping your dishes sparkly clean isn't easy, but it can be. Just use any of these kitchen dish towels and your dishes will stay forever flawless.
Is Buying a Foreclosed Home Ever a Good Idea?
When you're looking for your new dream home, should you ever shift your gaze to a high-foreclosure neighborhood? Here's what you need to think about.
Americans' savings rate up to almost 7% - who benefits?
According to the Bureau of Economic Analysis, the personal savings rate in May 2009 was 6.9%. This a 15 year high and a far cry from the negative savings rates of just a few yea
25 New Ways to Spice Up Rice
Make delicious and frugal rice even more delicious with a few additions — many of which you already have in your pantry.
10 Travel Destinations for People Who Hate Crowds
If crowded beaches and bustling city centers aren't your thing, we've got just the vacation spots you (and no one else) are looking for.
3 Great Reasons to Choose a Secondhand Engagement Ring (and Where to Find One)
Engagement rings are notoriously expensive, but if you're willing to buy second hand, you can save thousands.
7 Smart Money Challenges You Can Totally Do
Want to save some serious cash this week, month, or year? Well, have we got some challenges for you!
8 Technologies We Wish Were Never Invented
The future is now — and it's slightly more annoying, unhealthy, and destructive than we we ever dreamed of. Where's the "undo" button?
10 Ways Driverless Cars Could Impact Your Wallet
They may have a few kinks to iron out, but make no mistake; driverless cars are on the way. How will they impact your bottom line?
8 Fundraising Steps for Building a New Business
You have a business idea. It's going to be great. But how do you raise the money to get it off the ground? Start here.
Preparing Financially for a Natural Disaster
Hurricane Sandy's devastation served as an important reminder for many — when it comes to emergency planning, you need an emergency financial plan too.
10 Newborn Costs That Took Me by Surprise
Welcoming a bundle of joy into your home also means welcoming new expenses. Here are 10 you might not have prepared for.
12 Annoying Bank Fees and How to Avoid Them
Account fees have become big business for banks and a major drain on consumers’ pocketbooks. Protect your balance by avoiding these 12 common fees.
Seven Tips For Buying a Second Hand Car and Walking Away Happy
Here are a few tips to help make sure the second-hand car you are buying doesn't end up being a second-hand nightmare.
6 Pearls of Career Wisdom From Brian Tracy
Find yourself stumbling down your career path? We've collected some favorite tips from motivational expert Brian Tracy to get you back on track.
Website 101: How to Build a Site and Get It Online
Creating a website is easy with this step-by-step advice that takes you from idea to published product.
Using PAPER Coupons When You Order Online
Even if you live the all-digital lifestyle, don't put away those scissors yet. Some Web sites are now taking manufacturers' coupons.