Debt settlement agencies claim they can cut your debt in half. But sometimes they don't follow through on their promises...and can even make things worse.
Working as Cinderella in high school is memorable, but that doesn't mean it belongs on your resume. Follow these tips to get your resume ready for job hunting in 2011.
Air travel is no picnic (unless you count bad coffee and tiny bags of pretzels as perfect picnic foods). Here are must-haves to remain comfortable on any flight.
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Ask the Readers: What About Money DON'T You Know? (Chance to Win!)
What do you wish you knew more about when it comes to personal finance? Share your answers for a chance to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
Are You Tipping Wrong? This Is What You Should Be Leaving
Seems like every service counter we encounter includes a strategically placed tip jar. Find out who you should be tipping (and how much).
Beware of the Phrase "We Can Cut Your Debt In Half!"
Debt settlement agencies claim they can cut your debt in half. But sometimes they don't follow through on their promises...and can even make things worse.
The Low-Flow Shower Head: Get 640% ROI in One Year
That's right, a 640% return on investment...and it's good for the environment. Learn more about this easy-to-install money-saver.
12 Things You Need to Stop Doing Today to Be a Better Friend
What do we value most in life? Family and friends. Keep and strengthen those precious bonds by avoiding these common relationship-busters.
Best Money Tips: The Investing Edition
Today we found some of the best articles from around the web on investing.
8 Ways to Stage Your Home Without Hiring a Pro
From curb appeal to clearing clutter, you can stage your home like the pros do — all without hiring a pro.
5 Theme Menus for a Merrier Holiday Meal
From southern comfort to old-world classics, these atypical theme menus will have your guests falling on their knees and hearing angels' voices.
New Year, New Resume
Working as Cinderella in high school is memorable, but that doesn't mean it belongs on your resume. Follow these tips to get your resume ready for job hunting in 2011.
20 Ways to Use Pool Noodles
Floaty, foamy pool noodles have a million and one uses. Here are 20 to get you started.
6 Things to Keep You Sane on a Plane
Air travel is no picnic (unless you count bad coffee and tiny bags of pretzels as perfect picnic foods). Here are must-haves to remain comfortable on any flight.
Good, Bad, or Excellent: What Does Your Credit Score Mean?
Is your credit score good, bad...or excellent? Find out what range you're in and what that means for your borrowing prospects.
10 Hidden Costs That Hurt Your Wallet
From spend-happy friends to bad bulk buying and more, these sneaky costs and poor financial habits could be sucking the life out of your bank account.
How Closing a Small Business Can Grow a Better One
Closing your business doesn't have to be the end of having one. These business owners found better opportunities after closing their first ventures.
How to Avoid These 12 Summer Travel Mistakes
Before you head out on your summer vacation, beware these costly travel mistakes!
10 Kitchen Mistakes Good Cooks Make
Think of these mistakes as the low-hanging fruit of kitchen disasters. Eliminate these common errors and enjoy better meals and less fuss.
The Pros and Cons of Keeping All Your Accounts in One Bank
Are your money accounts all under one roof, or scattered near and far? There are pros and cons to both banking styles.
5 Ways to Protect Yourself From Credit Card Data Breaches
Seems like big credit card data heists happen every week. Protect your credit and your identity with some common sense security.
5 Financial Obstacles That Are Especially Tough for Women
For a few reasons — some unfair — women face obstacles to money that men do not. Learn about those obstacles — and learn how to overcome them.
6 Tips for Spring Cleaning on a Budget
The spring cleaning season is here. But consumers don't have to clean out their wallets in order to make the annual event a success.