When I first heard of Doug Marlette, he was an editorial cartoonist with The Charlotte Observer. He accepted an invitation to speak to high school students and personally
Today we found articles on bank accounts that everyone needs, important employee rights that teens should know, and how to create a calming evening routine.
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How to Fix Your Finances After Missing a Payment
No one is immune to financial blunders. If you miss a payment or bounce a check, don't worry — you can fix it.
Don't Let These 6 Common Job Traps Derail Your Career
The shine has worn off that once-loved job, but you can't just leave … right? Wrong.
Shop the Salad Bar and Other Ways to Save Big on Groceries
You've probably already tried all the possible ways to save money at the grocery store, right? Not yet you haven't!
Take a Pass on Passover Markups
Kosher-for-Passover foods can be exorbitantly expensive. Follow these suggestions to keep your costs down.
The Ugly Truth of Workplace Success: Popularity Still Matters
Popularity doesn't just matter in high school. It affects a whole lot of your adult job, too.
Why Taking Social Security Could Cost You Thousands
Now that Social Security offers early retirement, it's tempting to take the money and run. Before you do, understand how much you're giving up.
The 9 Types of Horrible Bosses – And How to Manage Them
Unless you work for yourself, you answer to a boss — who may be doing more harm to your career than good. Beware these nine toxic bosses!
The 12 Best Frozen Food Values
Don't turn up your nose to frozen fruits and vegetables and other foods — they're delicious and cheap. Stock up on these dozen frugal frozen eats.
How One Inventor Turned a Spring Break Idea Into a Six-Figure Business
A good idea can change your life. Learn how Rob Ianelli, inventor behind Brewsees sunglasses, hit his stride while cracking open a cold one.
How to Start Fighting Debt — Today
No matter how big it is, you CAN pay down your debt. Start today — right now! — with this simple action plan.
Here's How Rich You'd Be If You Stopped Smoking
It's advice that bears repeating again and again — it's time to quit smoking. Your health, and your savings, will thank you.
Is Green Tea All It's Cracked Up to Be? It's close.
I've been enjoying the snarky articles at Slate.com recently focusing on the commoditization of Eastern traditions, such as yoga. [more]
How to Game the System and Save Big at CVS, Walgreens, and Rite Aid
When you think discount retail, you probably don't think of the corner drugstore. Lucrative rewards programs may change that.
Paying Your Debts in the Wrong Order Could Be Costing You
All debts are not created equal. There's an order to your path to financial freedom.
Running the Numbers: Living on One Salary
Whether it's out of choice or necessity, if you and your partner are planning to start living off of a single income, here's what you should know.
Laughing at Ourselves elevated by Doug Marlette
When I first heard of Doug Marlette, he was an editorial cartoonist with The Charlotte Observer. He accepted an invitation to speak to high school students and personally
Best Money Tips: 5 Kinds of Bank Accounts That Everybody Needs
Today we found articles on bank accounts that everyone needs, important employee rights that teens should know, and how to create a calming evening routine.
8 Ways College Students Can Save Money Before Class Starts
Tuition is costly enough — don't let other college costs ruin your budget. Skip pricey extras — not classes — and save both grades and money.
Best Money Tips: How to Tell When You Are Passive-Aggressive
Today we found articles on how to tell if you’re being passive-aggressive, practical advice from billionaires, and the true cost of eating out.
How to Stop Those Annoying Robocalls
Sick of the receiving an endless number of robocalls when you're just trying to live your life? We have good news for you.