We often think that having more choices is better. But in reality, having more options might cause us to make bad decisions — like getting risky mortgages.
After you decide to buy life insurance, it's time to figure out how much life insurance you need and for how long. Jeff Rose, CFP, has a simple formula to get you started.
In the mind of many entrepreneurs, there is nothing more dreaded then spending many of their key start up hours agonizing over which form of business entity is best for their ne
High credit card debt and a low credit score are thought of as the proverbial nail in the personal finance coffin. Not so! It really isn't the end of the world.
When we're in our 20s we feel possibility ahead of us as nearly infinite. Grasp it by laying the foundation of your future when you're young, smart, and full of health.
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The Paradox of Choice and the Mortgage Crisis
We often think that having more choices is better. But in reality, having more options might cause us to make bad decisions — like getting risky mortgages.
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A look at the recent Great Recession through a glass half full reveals a few positive effects of the economic malaise.
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Tell us how often you review your credit report and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
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Best Money Tips: How to Find Amazon Freebies
Today we found the tricks to finding free stuff on Amazon, the best things to buy in February, and how to score big bargains on Super Bowl Sunday.
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Checkbooks — who needs them! Well, actually...you do. Here’s why.
Ask the Readers: How Do You Save Money During the Holidays?
Tell us how you save money during to holidays and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
Best Money Tips: Steps to Finding Financial Improvement
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How Much Life Insurance Do I Need?
After you decide to buy life insurance, it's time to figure out how much life insurance you need and for how long. Jeff Rose, CFP, has a simple formula to get you started.
5 Best Amazon Deals for Friday 09/06
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5 Unfounded Credit Card Fears
The Internet abounds with credit card horror stories. But if you're responsible, plastic can be fantastic!
LLC's, and S Corps, and C Corps! Oh My!
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Your Bad Credit Isn't the End of the World
High credit card debt and a low credit score are thought of as the proverbial nail in the personal finance coffin. Not so! It really isn't the end of the world.
Flashback Friday: 70 Brilliant Ways to Beat the Heat This Summer
It's hot outside! Battle summer's brutal heat with these cool and easy ways to chill.
10 Painless Ways to Save for Vacation
10 easy ways to save $1,650 a year--the cost of an average American vacation.
5 Best Amazon Deals for Friday 12/13
Today's deals include 73% off Swingline Inspire Laminator, 50% off small appliances and bakeware, 60-70% off gifts for boys and girls, and more!
How to Make Your Own Eco-Friendly Pet-Stain Cleaner
Pets are furry, friendly...and messy. If your pet soils the rug or furniture, get the spot (and smell) out with this green, DIY cleaner.
Invest Your Time in These 13 Things While You're in Your 20s
When we're in our 20s we feel possibility ahead of us as nearly infinite. Grasp it by laying the foundation of your future when you're young, smart, and full of health.