I've taken a look at home affordability calculators that are available from many reputable sites offering personal finance advice. "Affordability" is based on bank lending guidelin
When I first heard of Doug Marlette, he was an editorial cartoonist with The Charlotte Observer. He accepted an invitation to speak to high school students and personally
The US Treasury today unveiled a new $5 bill, with security features intended to make it harder to bleach out a $5 and use the paper to counterfeit a $100 bill.
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Save a Surprising Amount by Quitting These 4 Bad Habits
Breaking a bad habit is not easy, but it's a whole lot easier when there's a lot of money is at stake. How much can you save?
10 Things You Didn't Know You Could Buy in Bulk
You know buying in bulk is a great way to save. From meat to paint, go beyond warehouse store basics with this collection of bulk buy surprises.
What It Really Costs to Own a Home
I’m a mortgage-free homeowner but, despite paying off my loan, I still have plenty of expenses associated with owning and maintaining my house.
Why the Affordable Home Really Isn't
I've taken a look at home affordability calculators that are available from many reputable sites offering personal finance advice. "Affordability" is based on bank lending guidelin
7 Famous Houses From Film and TV You Can Buy
These homes are as famous as the stars who "lived" in them. And you can live in one, too!
The 5 Best Media Streamers
Want to watch your favorite TV shows and movies without needing to pay those high cable bills? These five media streamers let you do that and more.
10 Work Perks You Can't Get as a Freelancer
You're ready to strike out on your own. Before ditching your day job, find out what work perks the freelancing world simply can't match.
9 Unusual Stores Where You Can Find Great Bargains
Instead of hitting the grocery store or the mall, head to these unusual shops to find the best deals.
6 Terrible Money Moves to Avoid on the First Date
Make any of these bonehead money moves on a first date and you can bet there won't be a second date.
The 5 Best Fishing Rods
Catching fish isn't easy, but it can be. Use any of these fishing rods and the big ones will start biting!
Paying Your Debts in the Wrong Order Could Be Costing You
All debts are not created equal. There's an order to your path to financial freedom.
Laughing at Ourselves elevated by Doug Marlette
When I first heard of Doug Marlette, he was an editorial cartoonist with The Charlotte Observer. He accepted an invitation to speak to high school students and personally
The 5 Best Contour Powders
Make your skin look flawless by using the right contour powder for your face. Any of these five best contour powders are great choices!
New $5 bill unveiled
The US Treasury today unveiled a new $5 bill, with security features intended to make it harder to bleach out a $5 and use the paper to counterfeit a $100 bill.
After Your Wedding, Say Yes to Selling the Dress
If you're still paying for your wedding after the big day (or you just want some extra cash), selling your dress can help offset costs. Here's how.
6 Monthly Bills That Won't Affect Your Credit Score
It might seem like every little thing impacts your credit score, but these bills fly under the radar.
How Kids and Adults Can Earn Extra Income by Doing Voice-Overs
Want to get paid just to talk? It takes some dedication, but doing voice-over work can bring in extra cash for kids and adults alike.
11 Great Life Hacks Your Grandparents Forgot to Share With You
While modern technology has made life easier, there are still some incredible life hacks our grandparents used to use. And we should, too!
Refactor Your Budget Categories
Use the budget categories put out by the Bureau of Labor Statistics to help you better understand your spending.
4 Reasons You Should Splurge on Experiences, Not Things
Stop wasting your money on cluttery stuff that wears out too soon. Invest it instead on experiences you'll remember now — and forever.