Hurricane Sandy's devastation served as an important reminder for many — when it comes to emergency planning, you need an emergency financial plan too.
If you’re new to investing and determined to keep your principal safe, consider these five places to store your money and earn a little something extra.
The American Customer Satisfaction Index tells us how citizens feel about their banks. But the most important question is, how do you feel about yours?
How about $200k? Or $500k? Well, I guess it all depends on the state of your marriage, but the bigger question is this: what would you do for money? I ask because I’m getting a lit
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Your kids may be small, but their dental care costs can be huge. Here's what a dentist has to say about taming these big bills.
5 Questions to Ask Before Applying for a HELOC
A HELOC offers a flexible way to tap your home equity. Just be sure to answer a few questions before applying.
Frugal Ways to Update Your Wardrobe for Spring
Before you start spending your savings on a new spring wardrobe, try these suggestions to stay in style on a budget.
8 Technologies We Wish Were Never Invented
The future is now — and it's slightly more annoying, unhealthy, and destructive than we we ever dreamed of. Where's the "undo" button?
Balancing Living in the Now With Planning for the Future
Save for the future! Live in the now! These common bits of advice can seem like polar opposites. Learn how to find balance for a happy financial life.
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There are thousands of investments out there. If you want to find the "best" ones, you need to learn how to compare them.
How a Family of 4 Can Book a Disney Vacation for $1,000 or Less
Disney World is known for being a budget buster. But luckily, there's a way for you and your family to get in and out for under $1,000.
5 Ways Millennials Can Become Bosses Sooner
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Give Your Career a Boost With One Skill
Want to impress potential employers and current bosses alike? Then it's time to learn some basic web coding. Here's why.
Preparing Financially for a Natural Disaster
Hurricane Sandy's devastation served as an important reminder for many — when it comes to emergency planning, you need an emergency financial plan too.
21 Ways to Make a Big Financial Change
Making big financial change requires vision, commitment, and inspiration. Here are 21 ways to stay the course and meet your goals.
What Pays More: Online Surveys or the Gig Economy?
Eager to work from home but don't know where to begin? Online surveys and paid gigs are a great place to start.
Best Money Tips: How Much Turkey Should You Buy?
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Intro to 5 Super Safe Investments
If you’re new to investing and determined to keep your principal safe, consider these five places to store your money and earn a little something extra.
Are You Happy With Your Bank?
The American Customer Satisfaction Index tells us how citizens feel about their banks. But the most important question is, how do you feel about yours?
Would you end your marriage for $100,000?
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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).