The twin advantages of tax deferral and a corporate match make the 401(k) the foundation of most people's savings plan. Putting in enough to get the maximum corporate match is
Are you one of the people who responds to begging letters from national charitable organizations by occasionally sending money? I used to do that. In my case, it was mostly envir
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Balancing Living in the Now With Planning for the Future
Save for the future! Live in the now! These common bits of advice can seem like polar opposites. Learn how to find balance for a happy financial life.
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Ready to take the plunge on your dream home? Before you hit the housing market, do a little financial fine-tuning of your own.
5 Times Credit Cards Are Smarter Than Cash
Stash your cash. If you stay on budget, credit cards really are a good bet for smart, simple, and safe spending.
Home Exchanges: Free Accommodations With Perks
Home exchanges are a great frugal option for family vacations, and they come with lots of added perks. Plan your trip with these tips and resources.
Best Money Tips: Easy Ways to Cut Your Food Bill
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10 Time-Management Skills That Will Help Your Kid Win at School
Try teaching these crucial time-management skills at home and help keep your kids on the ball through the whole school year.
5 Ways Millennials Can Become Bosses Sooner
Millennials don't shy from a challenge — climbing the corporate ladder, included. Are you ready for the top rung?
6 Must-Haves for Your Travel First Aid Kit
Before you jet off on your next trip, make sure you have these items in your first aid kit.
7 Ways to Tell If That Used Car Used to Be an Uber
Uber and Lyft drivers sell their cars just like the rest of us. Here's how to tell if you're about to buy one.
13 Scariest Halloween Frights You Can Make From Trash
One man's trash is another man's frightening Halloween decor! Have some spooky fun with these fun and freaky ways to recycle.
When NOT to put money in your 401(k)
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8 Signs Your House Is Holding You Back
Your house is supposed to help you build net worth. But if it's crushing you financially, it might be time to move on.
Manage your charitable giving
Are you one of the people who responds to begging letters from national charitable organizations by occasionally sending money? I used to do that. In my case, it was mostly envir
28 Ways to Never Pay Full Price for Anything
Before you spend one cent on anything today, arm yourself with proven strategies that will help you avoid paying full price ever again.
Credit Card Rewards Programs
A commenter on a recent article of mine on credit card usage, suggested a follow-up post with an eye to uncovering the mysteries of credit card rewards programs. And in my research, I discove [more]
Best Money Tips: 70 Useful Things You Can Get For Free
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10 Year-End Financial Moves You Must Make Now
The holidays are coming and our already busy lives are about to get busier. Put your financial house in order before the relatives arrive!
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All the cool kids have credit cards. What if you don't? What if you are so young, so poor, so uncool that you can't get one? Do you have to stoop to paying for your food