Part three of my Real Hustle compliation is the one I have wanted to feature for a very long time. The other two posts were lighter in nature, this one is more grim as it involves more of your hard-earned cash being swindled from you. [more]
It's called the Ocho De Mayo sale from Spirit, and fares start from just $8 each way (taxes and the usual travel fees still apply). But you have to be QUICK. The sale ends tonight at Midnight E.T. [more]
Investing can be one of the most intimidating parts of personal finance. But if you follow these five steps, you'll be on your way to smart, sound investing.
Sharing your life with someone can be one of the most exciting and fulfilling things you ever do. Sharing your budget? Well...here are some suggestions.
I don't know why, but I get some kind of perverse pleasure from watching scammers get caught in the act. Maybe it's the consumer watchdog in me? Anyway, in the UK there's a fabulous consumer show called House Of Horrors. [more]
Lunch hour has become recess, a chance to unwind and play a little bit. But it doesn't have to be. Those 45 minutes every day can be the reason you go to work and just the time you
Does your budget include a contingency for fuel to get much more expensive? Because it ought to.
I learned about the need for contingencies early. [more]
Not only will you earn points on purchases you make with the U.S. Bank FlexPerks Select Rewards Visa, charitable donations you make with the card will merit you rewards as well.
Don't be sad that summer is almost over — take advantage of what's left! Perk up with these 15 fun, frugal things to do before the warm weather runs out.
Today we found some fantastic articles on free or cheap fall fun for families, scoring free money from airlines, and ways to make next year's taxes easier.
College students looking for simple, no-frills credit card to start their financial journey should give the BankAmericard Credit Card for Students a good look.
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Stay Off the Frugal Path to Disaster
Frugality is a great tool. But if your approach to frugality is to pare away everything non-essential, you're setting yourself up for disaster.
Street market scams. Don't believe the hype.
Part three of my Real Hustle compliation is the one I have wanted to feature for a very long time. The other two posts were lighter in nature, this one is more grim as it involves more of your hard-earned cash being swindled from you. [more]
Best Money Tips: Thrifty Gifts for Mom
Today we found some fantastic articles on thrifty gifts for mom, building your financial dream team, and ways to slash prescription costs.
Make These 7 Money Moves Now Or You'll Regret It in 20 Years
There's no time like the present to make these critical money moves. Trust us — your future self will thank you.
Spirit Airlines - One way tickets from $8. Sale ends TONIGHT!
It's called the Ocho De Mayo sale from Spirit, and fares start from just $8 each way (taxes and the usual travel fees still apply). But you have to be QUICK. The sale ends tonight at Midnight E.T. [more]
Best Money Tips: Help Your Children Build Credit
Today we found some awesome articles on helping your children build credit, the best things to buy in June, and marketing tactics for job hunters.
Investing 101: 5 Essential Steps
Investing can be one of the most intimidating parts of personal finance. But if you follow these five steps, you'll be on your way to smart, sound investing.
Create Your First Shared Budget Without Blowing Up Your Relationship
Sharing your life with someone can be one of the most exciting and fulfilling things you ever do. Sharing your budget? Well...here are some suggestions.
Shoddy PC repair tech caught in sting operation.
I don't know why, but I get some kind of perverse pleasure from watching scammers get caught in the act. Maybe it's the consumer watchdog in me? Anyway, in the UK there's a fabulous consumer show called House Of Horrors. [more]
Quit wasting your lunch hour on lunch (or how you can change your life in just 45 minutes a day)
Lunch hour has become recess, a chance to unwind and play a little bit. But it doesn't have to be. Those 45 minutes every day can be the reason you go to work and just the time you
The Parable of The Flat-Screen TV
A carefully considered purchase is a wise purchase. On the other end of the spectrum? Meet Dan and his not-so-new flat-screen TV.
Plan for expensive fuel
Does your budget include a contingency for fuel to get much more expensive? Because it ought to. I learned about the need for contingencies early. [more]
U.S. Bank FlexPerks Select Rewards Visa Credit Card Review
Not only will you earn points on purchases you make with the U.S. Bank FlexPerks Select Rewards Visa, charitable donations you make with the card will merit you rewards as well.
Your 401(k) is not an investment
Your 401(k) is not an investment. Neither is your IRA. Those are legal compartments for holding investments. [more]
7 Self-Care Rituals for the Newly Retired
Your Golden Years are finally here! Now that you're done working, make sure you leave enough time in your day for self-care.
15 Cheap Things to Do Before the Summer Is Gone
Don't be sad that summer is almost over — take advantage of what's left! Perk up with these 15 fun, frugal things to do before the warm weather runs out.
Best Money Tips: Free (or Cheap) Fall Fun for Families
Today we found some fantastic articles on free or cheap fall fun for families, scoring free money from airlines, and ways to make next year's taxes easier.
Best Money Tips: Enjoy Eating Out Without Spending a Lot on Food
Today we found some fantastic articles on eating out without spending a lot on food, using new disposable income, and choosing a major.
Best Money Tips: Ways to Save on Gas
Today we found some stellar articles on ways to save on gas, the best things to buy in October, and avoiding Craigslist rental scams.
BankAmericard® Credit Card for Students Review
College students looking for simple, no-frills credit card to start their financial journey should give the BankAmericard Credit Card for Students a good look.