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
What if a magical spaceship from the planet Cheapos came to earth and brainwashed everyone so that every single American stopped buying useless junk and started to live way below t
Today we found some great articles on tips for spending less money, keeping the peace when parents move in with their adult children, and selling your clothes for cash.
Are you paying through your nose to heat your home this winter? Is your heater broken? Read on for some practical tips to reduce your energy bill and stay warm at the same time.
The United States House of Representatives just passed a massive mortgage bailout bill that includes many changes to the Federal Housing Administration and the Government Sponsored
We've all been warned of the increased health care costs resulting from obesity. But what about all those other things you pay more for, like transportation, utitilities and clothi
Is there a limit to how much Americans can spend? Clearly there is: All they earn, minus savings and service on their existing debt, plus new borrowing. Since the Bureau of Econ
Last year I wrote an article about how I used my Vanguard Tax Exempt Money Market Fund as a high yield checkings account, and this week I suddenly got quite a few hits for that art
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When NOT to put money in your 401(k)
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
7 Great Oils for Healthier Hair
Add oil to your hair? Yep, you'll get lovely, luscious locks with a little help from these all-natural oils.
Best Money Tips: Things That Will Cost More for the Holidays
Today we found things that well cost more (or less) for the holidays, clever uses for old tin cans, and ways to save on entertainment.
What If Everyone Suddenly Became Frugal?
What if a magical spaceship from the planet Cheapos came to earth and brainwashed everyone so that every single American stopped buying useless junk and started to live way below t
Best Money Tips: Tips for Spending Less Money
Today we found some great articles on tips for spending less money, keeping the peace when parents move in with their adult children, and selling your clothes for cash.
Six Ways to Stay Warm and Reduce the Heating Bill
Are you paying through your nose to heat your home this winter? Is your heater broken? Read on for some practical tips to reduce your energy bill and stay warm at the same time.
Ask the Readers: What Aspect of Personal Finance Do You Want to Learn More About?
Tell us what aspects of personal finance you'd like to learn more about and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
Unconventional Career Advice From "Parks and Recreation"
Watching "Parks and Recreation" is great way to have a good laugh — and pick up a few lessons that can help your career soar.
Who Should Pay for the First Date?
If you're dating, the rules of who pays the first time you meet can get murky. One writer clarifies the situation (hint: always bring your wallet).
Easy, Frugal Ways to Have People Over (Even If You Don't Cook and Clean)
Don't get intimidated by hosting dinner parties. Instead, discover great ways to gather people together that require minimal cooking and cleaning.
The 5 Best Lip Glosses
Keeping your lips glossy and gorgeous isn't easy, but it can be. Just use any of these lip glosses and your pout will always look perfecto.
Best Money Tips: Steps to Living a Life You Love
Today we found some fantastic articles on living a life you love, conserving bathroom water, and carving more time out of your day.
Seller Funded Down Payment Assistance Charities - Scammers or Saints?
The United States House of Representatives just passed a massive mortgage bailout bill that includes many changes to the Federal Housing Administration and the Government Sponsored
5 Tricks to Making the Most of Your Reward Miles
You've racked up tons of reward miles. Learn how to make them take you further away than ever before.
Stay Thin and Save
We've all been warned of the increased health care costs resulting from obesity. But what about all those other things you pay more for, like transportation, utitilities and clothi
Peak Debt
Is there a limit to how much Americans can spend? Clearly there is: All they earn, minus savings and service on their existing debt, plus new borrowing. Since the Bureau of Econ
Ask the Readers: What Are Your Shortcuts for Meal Prep?
Tell us your shortcuts for meal prep and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
The Highest Yielding "Safe" Investment Now - Tax Exempt Money Market Funds
Last year I wrote an article about how I used my Vanguard Tax Exempt Money Market Fund as a high yield checkings account, and this week I suddenly got quite a few hits for that art
6 Smart Ways to Use Garage Space
If the garage serves no other purpose but another space for clutter to pile up, why not convert it into one of these creative uses?
5 Incredible World Cities You Can Afford
You don't need a zillion dollars to live the life of an ex-pat — just choose one of these picturesque and charming cities.