Financial panics used to be quite ordinary. In the century or two prior to the great depression, there was a panic every 15 or 20 years. Since the great depression we haven't had
I've tried to avoid predicting energy prices, except to say that they'll be volatile. I'm not a bit surprised to see oil and gasoline prices dropping by half in the past few month
When you're strapped for cash just before the holidays, it might behoove you to remember that right now is the busiest time of the year for big box retailers, and many of them are
Several months ago, I wrote an article asking what you would do when gas prices skyrocketed. Now, the price of gasoline is in freefall. It’s already dipped below $2/gallon in some
Today we found some stellar articles on frugal things to do at home this month, breaking the cycle of living paycheck to paycheck, and pitfalls to avoid when car shopping.
Open enrollment is right around the corner, and with it comes your opportunity to make decisions that could dictate your medical expenses for an entire year. Is considering droppin
I’m addicted to how-to tips for saving money; Shave a few dollars off any of my enormous utility bills, and my heart belongs to you. Sometimes it takes more than savvy know-how to
Owning a home has become inextricably linked to the American dream, as much a part of the social fabric as baseball and apple pie. But the reality is that most Americans would be b
Back in the day, careful personal grooming was manly. Get reacquainted with the simple skin care rites of our forefathers and look and feel younger, too.
I'm trying yet another task management system and I think I've found a keeper. I've been on a search for quite some time, and while many people have strong opinions on their favori
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Surviving a financial panic -- lessons from the past
Financial panics used to be quite ordinary. In the century or two prior to the great depression, there was a panic every 15 or 20 years. Since the great depression we haven't had
Best Money Tips: Things to Do to Get a Raise at Work
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The 5 Best Body Scrubs
Keeping your skin fresh and blemish-free isn't easy, but it can be. Just use any of these body scrubs and your skin will shine bright like a diamond.
Ask the Readers: What Are Your Best Back-to-School Tips?
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Invest some of this cheap energy
I've tried to avoid predicting energy prices, except to say that they'll be volatile. I'm not a bit surprised to see oil and gasoline prices dropping by half in the past few month
5 Steps to Take If You're House Poor
The housing crash and recession have left many of us feeling house poor. The first step in getting out is understanding how deep we're in.
9 Financial Moves You Will Always Regret
Life is best lived with no regrets. But if you make these money moves, you’re sure to have a few.
Ask the Readers: What Are Your Holiday Shortcuts?
Tell us about your holiday shortcuts and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
Should you take a second job?
When you're strapped for cash just before the holidays, it might behoove you to remember that right now is the busiest time of the year for big box retailers, and many of them are
7 Reasons Why I Savings Bonds Are a Good Choice for New Investors
Safety, low minimums, and other advantages make I Saving Bonds a good choice for new investors.
5 Money Saving Travel Gadgets
From clean water to dependable Wi-Fi, these money-saving travel gadgets have your next big trip covered.
Ask the Readers: Do You Have a Garden for Vegetables?
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What will you do when gas drops below $1.50 a gallon?
Several months ago, I wrote an article asking what you would do when gas prices skyrocketed. Now, the price of gasoline is in freefall. It’s already dipped below $2/gallon in some
Best Money Tips: Frugal Things to Do at Home This Month
Today we found some stellar articles on frugal things to do at home this month, breaking the cycle of living paycheck to paycheck, and pitfalls to avoid when car shopping.
3 Times to Consider Declining Your Employer's Health Coverage
Open enrollment is right around the corner, and with it comes your opportunity to make decisions that could dictate your medical expenses for an entire year. Is considering droppin
Look Waste in the Face (and Save More than Money)
I’m addicted to how-to tips for saving money; Shave a few dollars off any of my enormous utility bills, and my heart belongs to you. Sometimes it takes more than savvy know-how to
The Fallacy of Homeownership as a Sound Investment
Owning a home has become inextricably linked to the American dream, as much a part of the social fabric as baseball and apple pie. But the reality is that most Americans would be b
Quick and Dirty Skin Care for Men: How Grandpa Used to Do It
Back in the day, careful personal grooming was manly. Get reacquainted with the simple skin care rites of our forefathers and look and feel younger, too.
One Smart Thing You Can Do for Your Retirement Today
The smartest thing you can do for retirement planning is so easy, there's just no excuse not to do it. Even better? It's free.
5 Benefits of a Task Management System
I'm trying yet another task management system and I think I've found a keeper. I've been on a search for quite some time, and while many people have strong opinions on their favori