A time horizon is the length of time you can leave money in an investment before you need it. Apply this concept to improve your financial health, now and later.
It’s the American Nightmare: your neighbor, in an effort to avoid foreclosure, sells his house for thousands less than he paid two years ago, causing your home to plummet in value.
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This week I did an intervention on Sarah, one of my dearest friends. Sarah has a substance abuse problem -- but not with drugs. Sarah has a problem with self storage.
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Going far with a credit card travel rewards program is not as hard as it seems. The journey of a thousand miles begins with four simple steps.
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Using Time Horizons to Make Smarter Investments
A time horizon is the length of time you can leave money in an investment before you need it. Apply this concept to improve your financial health, now and later.
Ask the Readers: What's the Nicest Frugal Thing You've Done for a Neighbor?
Tell us about the nicest frugal thing you've done for a neighbor and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
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It’s the American Nightmare: your neighbor, in an effort to avoid foreclosure, sells his house for thousands less than he paid two years ago, causing your home to plummet in value.
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You might find that some of the most cherished parts of your wedding can be found in unexpected places — and for very little money!
What's the big deal about banks refusing to lend?
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Deciding Which Produce to Buy Organic - The Dirty Dozen
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This week I did an intervention on Sarah, one of my dearest friends. Sarah has a substance abuse problem -- but not with drugs. Sarah has a problem with self storage.
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10 Places to Stash Your Money Besides a Savings Account
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Thoughtful Valentine's Day gifts that won't break your budget.
Best Money Tips: 50 Ways to Make a Fast $50
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Best Money Tips: 8 Ways to Make Money on Instagram
Today we found tried-and-true ways to make money on Instagram, low-cost substitutes for cleaning products, and smart storage solutions for small spaces.
Landscaping for Energy Conservation
Over time, investing in green landscaping can reduce your heating bills as much as 25 percent and summer cooling bills by 50 percent or more.