Early in the subprime lending collapse, Wise Bread posted a report from Americans for Fairness in Lending explaining how the subprime lending boom hurt everyone. Since it's a
How bad could things get? The New York Times asked that question about the economic situation. It's a good question, but they gave a really bad answer.
Today we found some stellar articles on throwing a new years bash for less cash, paying off your auto loan early, and ways to donate to the Sandy Hook victims.
Are you a super cheapskate with an affinity for making everything yourself? Here are some Instructables that will tickle your fancy! Learn to furnish your home, gather food, and
So you need to remain accessible while you're traveling, but don't want to succumb to your cellular provider's obscene roaming and long distance charges. Pay phones
This week is officially America Saves Week 2008. This is a campaign started in 2007 by many government agencies and private entities to encourage Americans to save because the per
Today we found some fantastic articles on tips for parents to save money, making your bachelorette party more affordable, and ways to save from the 60s.
I thank my lucky stars (and the patience of my husband) that it didn’t take me quite 10 years to get a handle on my financial situation. At 29, I’m hardly what you would consider
In the past few decades the Ad Council has been running an ad with the tag line "Friends Don't Let Friends Drive Drunk". This ad campaign has been instrumental in decreasing drunk
Today we found helpful articles on surprising things that you can sell on eBay, over 100 cheap or free things to do this summer, and ways to capture your best ideas.
The federal government has established a student loan program to enable more students to obtain a college education. They come in two forms: subsidized and unsubsidized.
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Save $100 on Your Next Spa Visit by Buying Cold Medicine
We’ve been hearing a lot about how you can save money by shopping at Walgreens lately. Walgreens is again offering a unique and potentially ver
Interview with AFFIL executive director Jim Campen
Early in the subprime lending collapse, Wise Bread posted a report from Americans for Fairness in Lending explaining how the subprime lending boom hurt everyone. Since it's a
Living within your means isn't nasty
How bad could things get? The New York Times asked that question about the economic situation. It's a good question, but they gave a really bad answer.
Best Money Tips: New Baby Checklist
Today we found some great articles on what you'll need for a new baby, things that are worth the money, and how to cure your shopping addiction.
Best Money Tips: Throw a New Years Bash for Less Cash
Today we found some stellar articles on throwing a new years bash for less cash, paying off your auto loan early, and ways to donate to the Sandy Hook victims.
Instructables for the Extreme Cheap Lifestyle
Are you a super cheapskate with an affinity for making everything yourself? Here are some Instructables that will tickle your fancy! Learn to furnish your home, gather food, and
Frugal Ways to Stay in Touch on the Road
So you need to remain accessible while you're traveling, but don't want to succumb to your cellular provider's obscene roaming and long distance charges. Pay phones
Join America Saves Week February 24 to March 2nd
This week is officially America Saves Week 2008. This is a campaign started in 2007 by many government agencies and private entities to encourage Americans to save because the per
Best Money Tips: Things You Should Buy at a Dollar Store
Today we found some great articles on things you should buy at a Dollar Store, de-stressing during the workday, and tweeting your way to a new gig.
I Scream, You Scream… I’m Lovin’ FREE Ice Cream!
It has just reached spring temps here in Nebraska, and the ice cream junkie in me has emerged from winter slumber. What better way to feed the
Best Money Tips: Tips for Parents to Save Money
Today we found some fantastic articles on tips for parents to save money, making your bachelorette party more affordable, and ways to save from the 60s.
Ask the Readers: What's the Best Gift to Give a College Graduate?
Tell us what you think the best gift to give a college graduate is and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
Money Management Lessons: Not Quite 10 Years to Life
I thank my lucky stars (and the patience of my husband) that it didn’t take me quite 10 years to get a handle on my financial situation. At 29, I’m hardly what you would consider
Friends Don't Let Friends...
In the past few decades the Ad Council has been running an ad with the tag line "Friends Don't Let Friends Drive Drunk". This ad campaign has been instrumental in decreasing drunk
Best Money Tips: Money Lessons From Star Trek
Today we found some fantastic articles on money lessons from the new Star Trek, budget travel 101, and sending your child to preschool for less.
Ask the Readers: How Do You Host a Party on a Budget?
Tell us how you host a party on a budget and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
My 2016 Budget Challenge: Job Creation
From sourcing vintage car parts to freelance photography, Max Wong is tackling her budget challenge by conjuring jobs out of thin air.
Best Money Tips: Save Money While in College
Today we found some great articles on ways to save money in college, the biggest money wasters, and email etiquette.
Best Money Tips: Surprising Things That Sell Big on eBay
Today we found helpful articles on surprising things that you can sell on eBay, over 100 cheap or free things to do this summer, and ways to capture your best ideas.
Federal Stafford Loans
The federal government has established a student loan program to enable more students to obtain a college education. They come in two forms: subsidized and unsubsidized.