Today we found some great articles on small changes that will make you happier, challenges your budget will face this fall, and a few rules for bringing less stuff into your home.
If you're tracking your spending, you know how much money it takes to live on. If you're tracking your investments, you know about how much return you're getting from your capital.
For those of us in our 20s, managing our finances is stressful enough, and saving for retirement can seem impossible. But you CAN make it happen — here's how.
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How to Get the Most Out of Airport Lounge Access
If your credit card offers you the use an airport VIP lounge, squeeze your time there for all it's worth!
Best Money Tips: Small Changes for a Happier You
Today we found some great articles on small changes that will make you happier, challenges your budget will face this fall, and a few rules for bringing less stuff into your home.
The 5 Best Conditioners
Keeping your hair soft and silky isn't easy, but it can be. Just use any of these conditioners and your coif will always look gorgeous.
America Is the No Vacation Nation
Studies show that Americans are not using all their vacation time and are not given as much vacation time as other developed countries to begin with.
5 Ways to Turn Credit Card Rewards Into Real Wealth
Looking to do more with your credit card rewards or cash back? With a little effort, they can help you build real wealth.
50+ Ways to Have Free Outdoor Fun
From exploring nature and working out to reading, learning about history, and much more, there are plenty of ways to enjoy your time outdoors.
6 Investment Truths to Remember When the Stock Market Is Down
When the market goes down, your panic goes up. Keep a cool head; remember these things next time there's a market hiccup.
10 Surprising Ways a College Education Will Improve Your Life
You'll spend a lot for a college education — maybe too much. Besides a shot at a job with a decent income, what else are your student loans buying?
Can You Buy Your Way Out of the Rat Race?
If you're tracking your spending, you know how much money it takes to live on. If you're tracking your investments, you know about how much return you're getting from your capital.
The 29 Companies With the Best Maternity Benefits
The U.S. is among the few countries that doesn't mandate paid maternity leave. These 29 companies offer generous maternity benefits anyway.
How to Buy an Upright Vacuum Cleaner
A vacuum cleaner doesn't have to be a hulking noise machine that eats up more money than it does dirt.
How Much Should You Have Saved for Retirement by 30? 40? 50?
You know you should be saving for retirement — and saving a lot. Betcha' didn't know you needed to save this much!
How to Manage a Family Member's Finances Long Distance
When an elderly relative needs your help managing their money, the miles between you don't have to be a burden.
Like DIY? Avoid These 10 Costly Mistakes
I scoured the web looking for the obvious and not-so-obvious mistakes DIY addicts make and compiled this list.
6 Ways to Automate Credit Card Payments and Rewards
Make your credit card rewards work for you by automating them, as well as your monthly payments so you never have to pay a late fee.
Retirement Planning If You’re Under 30
For those of us in our 20s, managing our finances is stressful enough, and saving for retirement can seem impossible. But you CAN make it happen — here's how.
25 Easy Ways to Make Someone Happy Today
Making other people happy is great! Here are some easy, low- or no-cost ways to bring a smile to someone else's face — and to yours.
Make Your Fridge Last (Almost) Forever With These 8 Tips
Take care of your fridge, and it will take care of your food for years and years. Start with these simple refrigerator maintenance tricks.
How to Get a Refund When Something Is Non-Refundable
The terms "non-refundable" and "non-returnable" make too many people avoid customer service. But with these tips, you can get results.
10 Home DIY Projects You Can Do in One Day
A one-day DIY project can spruce up your home and give you a sense of accomplishment without the time commitment of a bigger project.