Workers nearing retirement should a take close look at their retirement funds. With aggressive saving, there's still time to top off those accounts for a comfortable retirement.
People might look at how I spend money and say I'm cheap or a tightwad. If they do, though, they're missing the point. The fact is, I'm much more interested in simplicity than I
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Boost Your Retirement Savings Fast With This 6-Step Plan
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And this year one super cardholder will make it 12 in a row.
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Buying a new home is exciting, but before you sign your name on the dotted line, you need to ask — and answer — a few key questions about your loan.
Building a Credit History
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11 Ways Life Is Amazing With an Emergency Fund
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Holiday Gifts: 6 Fun Games That Teach Money and Finance
Need some gift ideas for the kids? These games are fun and will teach them about money, too.
10 Things You Do to Save Money That End Up Costing You More
Sometimes, what we think we're doing to save money actually costs us a lot more. Make sure you're not making one of these "saving" mistakes.
6 Summer Party Ideas That Won't Break the Bank
What's better than a mid-summer get-together with friends? A mid-summer get-together that's simple to plan and easy to pay for!
Start an Investment Deathmatch to Find the Best Investments
Get your investments ready to rumble. A deathmatch is a fun way to see which funds are making you the most money.
5 Overwater Bungalows You Can Book With Rewards Points
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Enjoy the sweet taste of summer all year round with these no-hassle ways to preserve your bounty of delicious fruits, veggies, and herbs.
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If you want to protect your nest egg without a lot of worry or hassle, consider these low-risk mutual funds that'll help you sleep at night.
7 Social Situations All Introverts Fear
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10 Things You Should Never Do After Getting a Raise
Congratulations on the raise — you earned it! Now keep it to yourself.
Spring Cleaning Your Finances: Highlights From Our Chat With Leslie Tayne
Don't miss the highlights from our chat with Leslie Tayne on spring cleaning your finances!
Simplicity and being cheap
People might look at how I spend money and say I'm cheap or a tightwad. If they do, though, they're missing the point. The fact is, I'm much more interested in simplicity than I
10 Things You Should Do Now to Get Your Finances in Order for the Holidays
Get an early start on the holidays planning by fixing your finances. That way, you'll have one less resolution to make when the New Year arrives.
5 Refreshing Ways to Keep Cool On-the-Go
You shouldn't have to wait until you reach your destination to cool off. There are easy ways to embrace the chill on your journey, too.