Whenever I write a post about energy, I point out that we know it's possible to have a high standard of living while using less energy--people in European countries do, so it must
Life insurance may not cost as much as you think it does. Jeff Rose, CFP, explains the factors that affect how much you pay for your life insurance policy.
Ah, Friday nights. A time when we can relax and unwind without worry of going to work the next day (or the next). You walk in the door from work ready to kick off your shoes and
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I would never advocate buying fast food just to win something. If you are already driving thru, however, it’s something to consider. And with many of the prizes having less to do
There's more to San Francisco than cable cars, Union Square, and Fisherman's Wharf. The more of the 'other' San Francisco you see, the cheaper your stay becomes--especially a stay
You don't have to be a financial whiz to understand how the time value of money affects you financially and otherwise. All you have to do is look around.
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How Much Will Life Insurance Cost?
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Ask the Readers: What Goals Did You Achieve in 2015?
Tell us about the goals you achieved in 2015 and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
What to Buy (and Avoid Buying) in July
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Ask the Readers: Do You Do Batch Cooking?
Tell us whether you do batch cooking and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
Do You Know Your Retirement "Number"?
You might think you know the amount of money you'll need for a comfortable retirement — but you could be basing that off the wrong number.
Ask the Readers: Where Do You Shop for Groceries?
Tell us where you shop for groceries and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
Declare a Frugal Friday Fun Night
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8 Reasons the Easter Bunny Should Give Money Instead of Candy
While you're letting your kids gorge on candy, consider weaving in these lessons in personal finance.
Ask the Readers: What Do You Enjoy Most About the Holidays?
Tell us what you enjoy most about the holidays and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
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How an HSA Saves You Money
A health savings account, or HSA, can help you tackle health care expenses with some extra peace of mind — and some extra tax savings.
10 Collectibles That Almost Always Become More Valuable
From video games to vinyl, you may want to scoop up these finds at a local garage sale or thrift shop — or dig around for them in your basement or attic.
Be a Winner with Your Dinner (Or not)
I would never advocate buying fast food just to win something. If you are already driving thru, however, it’s something to consider. And with many of the prizes having less to do
Best Money Tips: Keep Making Income While Idle
Today we found some awesome articles on ways to make income while idle, saving $25 next week, and things every college freshman needs.
Ask the Readers: What Are Your Favorite Indoor Activities?
Tell us about your favorite indoor activities and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
Less Expensive Ways to Enjoy San Francisco
There's more to San Francisco than cable cars, Union Square, and Fisherman's Wharf. The more of the 'other' San Francisco you see, the cheaper your stay becomes--especially a stay
Why the Time Value of Money Matters, and 10 Ways It Affects You
You don't have to be a financial whiz to understand how the time value of money affects you financially and otherwise. All you have to do is look around.