This month a new repayment plan for federal student loans is going into effect that allows borrowers to base their monthly payments on their income after graduation. Here are some
Over the past couple of years, I've moved more toward cooking as much from scratch as I can. I've tried to isolate the places where the biggest concentration of work is in cooking
Want to become a better employee? You could work harder, come in earlier, suck up to the right bosses, and still not get anywhere. Instead of thinking small, try thinking big—that'
"Do what you love" has always been the cheesiest advice you can give a young person, but can it really be solid advice? In anything you do, there's the struggle of between paying t
This debate has been furiously argued on both sides for several months, so I thought I’d throw my hat in the ring. I lived with the British National Health Service (NHS) until I wa
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.
Today we found articles on smart ways to slash your food budget, steps to take to become a better investor, and savvy ways to save money at warehouse stores.
I buy things based on how they look as well as what they do. But what attracts you to objects also attracts thieves. And so, has the time come to "uglify your stuff?"
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8 Ways to Stay Upbeat on Your Job Hunt
Searching for a new job can be disheartening — stay positive and productive with these great tips.
New Income Based Federal Student Loans Repayment Plan - Can You Benefit?
This month a new repayment plan for federal student loans is going into effect that allows borrowers to base their monthly payments on their income after graduation. Here are some
8 Questions to Ask Yourself to Help You Declutter
So much clutter is stuff that seems important, but really isn't. Give your things this quiz, and if they don't pass, it's time to let them go.
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!
7 Ways to Avoid Credit Card Fraud While Traveling
It's easy to get discombobulated when traveling. Follow these simple rules to card security, and your credit will stay combobulated the whole way.
Best Money Tips: Save Your Phone's Battery By Doing These Things
Today we found articles on ways to save your phone battery, dorm room essentials for the dollar store, and simple tricks for saving money at Target.
How to Spend Less on Everything in 2014
Many of us probably resolved to "spend less" this year, but didn't give the "how" much thought. Here are five "how's" to get you started.
Want to Master Your Debt? Think Like a Maze Runner
The path to the debt-free life is challenging, but so liberating once you get there. Kind of like a maze!
Cooking from Scratch: Where's the Work?
Over the past couple of years, I've moved more toward cooking as much from scratch as I can. I've tried to isolate the places where the biggest concentration of work is in cooking
Should You Borrow Student Loan Money From Amazon Prime?
Don't be tempted by Amazon Prime's student loan "deal" until you know all the facts.
Career Advice: Act Like You Own The Place
Want to become a better employee? You could work harder, come in earlier, suck up to the right bosses, and still not get anywhere. Instead of thinking small, try thinking big—that'
Do What You Love: Idealistic Nonsense Or Good Advice?
"Do what you love" has always been the cheesiest advice you can give a young person, but can it really be solid advice? In anything you do, there's the struggle of between paying t
I’ve Lived Both Sides of the Healthcare System. This Is What I've Learned.
This debate has been furiously argued on both sides for several months, so I thought I’d throw my hat in the ring. I lived with the British National Health Service (NHS) until I wa
4 Ways to Buy a House Without a Mortgage
No mortgage? No problem. You can still purchase the home of your dreams.
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.
Best Money Tips: 50 Ways to Slash Your Food Budget
Today we found articles on smart ways to slash your food budget, steps to take to become a better investor, and savvy ways to save money at warehouse stores.
8 Gifts the Man in Your Life Really Wants
Truthfully no man wants a cardigan for Christmas, here are some sure fire gifts to make the men in your life smile.
9 Wall Street Expressions You Can Use Every Day
Do you speak banker? Now you can, as a former Wall Streeter decodes the lingo of the dollar — so you can bring Wall Street to your street.
Uglify Your Stuff To Keep It Safe
I buy things based on how they look as well as what they do. But what attracts you to objects also attracts thieves. And so, has the time come to "uglify your stuff?"
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.