When I was a sophomore in college, my dad gave me a piggy bank for Hanukkah. I couldn't figure it out at first — had my dad forgotten that I was all grown up and didn't need a pigg
One of the best ways to manage a budget and control your money is to actively track spending. All of these apps and online tools make tracking your expenses easy.
A lot of people think that banks have high security, but the most fortified brick-and-mortar institution in my town is the local Comcast office. This is where you have to go to dro
Once you hang your “open for business” sign, the hard part begins! Finding clients to pay you for your products or services can be the most challenging aspect of starting and runni
If you want to get good at something, you need to practice. If you're not trying to get better, and just want to enjoy doing whatever it is, there's no need to practice--do what y
When shopping for a money market savings account or other bank products, I don't believe it should be all about the yield. You should also be aware of how much it costs to bank wit
On May 1st a new set of home appraisal rules called the Home Valuation Code of Conduct was put into effect by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac in order to distance realtors and mortgage
Alumni associations are doing everything they can to make things better for graduates of their college during this difficult time. Some of the savings are pretty substantial.
It is not quite time for spring cleaning, but if you are a slightly disorganized person like me you may benefit financially by cleaning your wallet or purse. Here are some reasons
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The Piggy Bank: A Secret to Simple Saving
When I was a sophomore in college, my dad gave me a piggy bank for Hanukkah. I couldn't figure it out at first — had my dad forgotten that I was all grown up and didn't need a pigg
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One of the best ways to manage a budget and control your money is to actively track spending. All of these apps and online tools make tracking your expenses easy.
Looking at Your Expenses with New Eyes
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4 Clever Ways to Control Your Spending -- and One That Will Shock You!
For most of us controlling our spending just takes a little willpower. For others, more shocking modes of behavior modification are required.
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Wine's great taste is reason enough to drink a glass or two. But if you need more to justify that drink, consider these 10 health benefits.
Crappy practice is a waste of time
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6 Celebrities With Shockingly Low Net Worths
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10 Tips To Lower The Cost of Banking
When shopping for a money market savings account or other bank products, I don't believe it should be all about the yield. You should also be aware of how much it costs to bank wit
9 Sneaky Home Money Pits That Sap Your Savings
Household money pits aren't always obvious. Beware these sneaky money sinks hiding right under your nose.
Are the new home appraisal rules good for consumers?
On May 1st a new set of home appraisal rules called the Home Valuation Code of Conduct was put into effect by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac in order to distance realtors and mortgage
These 15 Road Trip Snacks Make It All About the Journey
Are we there yet? Who cares when the car is filled with delicious — and healthy — snacks and treats like these!
6 Dumb Places You’re Leaving Your Money
Cash is king… when it comes to keeping you broke. Once you have an emergency fund, start hiding your cash where it can grow, too.
6 Easy Ways to Get Free Travel
Travel doesn't have to be expensive, in fact, you can see the world for free if you know where to look.
7 Ways to Earn Extra Money With Your Car
Think about it. Your car just sits there, losing value, for hours and hours every day. Turn it into a money-maker instead.
It Pays to Be True to Your School: 5 Ways Your Alma Mater Can Save You Money
Alumni associations are doing everything they can to make things better for graduates of their college during this difficult time. Some of the savings are pretty substantial.
Contributing to a Roth Versus Paying Down Debt
This post was prompted by a reader question, but it's an issue that many people face—we see versions of it all the time in the forums.
How Cleaning Your Wallet Benefits You Financially
It is not quite time for spring cleaning, but if you are a slightly disorganized person like me you may benefit financially by cleaning your wallet or purse. Here are some reasons
Get the Most From Your Airline Miles in These 5 Overlooked Cities
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13 Easy Ways to Improve Your Brain
Keep your brain in top form with these easy — and fun — exercises and resources. Go ahead, get smarter!