Every book on personal finance says that you should pay yourself first--get the money out of your checking account and you won't even know it's missing. There's a lot o
If you want to jump-start your financial goals, a spending freeze might be just what you need. Here's how to make it happen — and even have fun while doing it.
As you’re no doubt aware, President Bush has created an economic stimulus package in the hopes of stalling the impending recession (or if you believe some, depression) that’s on th
For most of the 20th century, capitalism and democracy seemed to go hand-in-hand. After all, every democratic country was largely capitalist and nearly every capitalist country wa
A recruiter friend once told me that a good manager is one who gets things done and honors appointments or at least calls and reschedules, but a true executive makes time for prior
It’s not news that women tend to hit glass ceilings in the workplace far sooner than men do. It’s also not news that women tend to earn less money than their male counterparts in e
The most fun, memorable and least expensive birthday party for your child may be, figuratively and literately, right in your own backyard. I’ve attended and hosted fabulous but sim
In the world of prescription drugs, generic equivalents have been a financial blessing for many patients. For the most part, they perform the same function as brand name drugs at a
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Pay yourself last is okay too
Every book on personal finance says that you should pay yourself first--get the money out of your checking account and you won't even know it's missing. There's a lot o
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Bush's economic stimulus package; What will you get back?
As you’re no doubt aware, President Bush has created an economic stimulus package in the hopes of stalling the impending recession (or if you believe some, depression) that’s on th
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Book review: Supercapitalism
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10 Easy Veggies to Plant This Spring
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10 Small Gestures That Go a Long Way at Work
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Relax And Conquer
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Leave Town Fast: Essentials for Making a Last-Minute Move
If you have to leave town in a hurry, get you and your stuff from here to there with these tricks for relocating on a short deadline.
Why You Should Consider an Adjustable-Rate Mortgage
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Women Are Responsible For Inequalities in the Workplace
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The Top 5 Strength Training Apps
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How to Throw a Kid’s Birthday Party That’s Fun, Happily Memorable, and Not So Expensive
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Best Money Tips: How to Negotiate Your Rent Payment
Today we found some awesome articles on negotiating rent payments, free stuff for your birthday, and making your commute suck less.
Ask the Readers: What's the Most Extreme Thing You've Done to Save Money?
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Your Sleeping Position May Be Hurting You
If you feel like you woke up on the wrong side of the bed, it might actually be because you slept on the wrong side of you.
5 Best Amazon Deals for Friday 08/30
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Generic Drugs: Not Always The Same?
In the world of prescription drugs, generic equivalents have been a financial blessing for many patients. For the most part, they perform the same function as brand name drugs at a