The Federal Reserve has proposed some new rules to protect people from a list of abusive lending practices. The changes aren't in effect yet, and may not actually go into effect.
My brother told me once that, when he was in college, he handled money this way: "When I got paid, I set aside enough money for cigarettes, then spent the rest buying pizza and bee
Today my friend showed me an article about a Toyota engineer who died from overwork. Apparently the 45 year old Japanese man was working 80 hours of overtime a week for two months
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As you continue to work a full-time job, wrangle the kids, and make your money work for you, there are some sacrifices that you are making every day and you may not even realize it
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Possible protections for credit card holders
The Federal Reserve has proposed some new rules to protect people from a list of abusive lending practices. The changes aren't in effect yet, and may not actually go into effect.
Best Money Tips: Unique Mother's Day Gifts
Today we found some awesome articles on unique Mother's Day gifts, side gigs to make more money today, and insurance policies everyone should have.
The 4 Jobs People Quit the Most
Unless you're looking for a high-stress job that you'll probably leave within a few months, you should steer clear of these.
Does your culture support saving?
My brother told me once that, when he was in college, he handled money this way: "When I got paid, I set aside enough money for cigarettes, then spent the rest buying pizza and bee
Your Work or Your Life?
Today my friend showed me an article about a Toyota engineer who died from overwork. Apparently the 45 year old Japanese man was working 80 hours of overtime a week for two months
Best Money Tips: Ways to Lower Your Home Insurance
Today we found some awesome articles on ways to lower your home insurance, saving on your wedding cocktail tab, and displaying proper tipping etiquette.
Why Index Funds Are the Best Choice for New Investors
New investors may be tempted to move their mutual fund investments into an actively managed fund. Choose an index fund instead to avoid a costly mistake.
You've Defaulted on Your Loan. Now What?
If late loan payments have snowballed into default, don't panic. It's time to dust yourself off and get back on track.
Ask the Readers: If You Could Retire Today — Would You?
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Calling all Artists: Be Your Own Cheerleader and Find that Room of Your Own (free)
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Best Money Tips: Overpriced Grocery Items to Skip
Today we found some great articles on overpriced grocery items to skip, reasons to become a cheapskate, and a personal finance cheat sheet for new parents.
A Better Way to Rank America's Colleges
How should an American University be judged? By how well it serves the public good in three fundamental ways.
15 Smart New Uses for Hair Clips
Hair clips may be great for keeping long hair in order, but they have many other uses, too. Get creative and get clippin'!
Best Credit Cards for Cruises
Start planning for your next cruise vacation with these credit cards.
3 Ways Paying Off Credit Cards Is Like Playing Beer Pong
Paying off your debt isn't as FUN as playing beer pong, of course, but it's a much better way to think about it than your old wrinkly neighbor would have it.
Getting by without a job, part 4--get free stuff
There are all kinds of ways to get stuff without money. You can grow it in a garden, gather it from the wild, make it yourself, get it as a gift, scavenge it from trash, or get it
Best Money Tips: Secrets to Getting More Done
Today we found some fantastic articles on secrets to getting more done, quitting your job the right way, and staying warm for less this winter.
How Spending Less Made Me Happier
Contrary to popular belief, you don't need money to be happy. In fact, spending less can actually make you happier.
5 Best Amazon Deals for Tuesday 09/24
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Entertainment Value: Start a Frugal Club
As you continue to work a full-time job, wrangle the kids, and make your money work for you, there are some sacrifices that you are making every day and you may not even realize it