It seems the retail giants are serious in their quest to get hold of your economic stimulus check. One of the biggest, Sears, is offering to multiply your check if you spend it the
Yesterday I was talking to a friend and he mentioned that his company just started offering the option of investing in Roth 401ks. He was wondering if he should stick with his regu
Have good credit? A low APR on your credit cards? Always pay your bills on time? That's not going to stop your credit card company from jacking up your rate whenever they feel like
According to the Institute for Policy Studies, in 1980, American CEOs earned over 40 times more per year than the average American worker. Today, the average American CEO from a
It’s October. In Nebraska. We will see Halloween before we smell the crackling logs on our wood stove. Because it is such a big deal for many to finally crank on the heat, we’ve
We often get stuck in arbitrary things. We make excuses. We try to find shortcuts, and we try to do all these things that in the end only prevent us from reaching our goals.
Young investors need strong investment returns that exceed the rate of inflation in order to avoid working in later years. Is real estate a good investment option?
Today we found articles on ways to get paid to watch TV, small financial changes that have a big impact, and facts about Social Security benefits that Baby Boomers should know.
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It seems the retail giants are serious in their quest to get hold of your economic stimulus check. One of the biggest, Sears, is offering to multiply your check if you spend it the
Marketing, Life Insurance, and Behavioral Psychology
Many of us avoid thinking about life insurance because, well, it's kind of creepy. But it's also incredibly important. Learn why.
Should You Choose a Roth 401k or a Regular 401k?
Yesterday I was talking to a friend and he mentioned that his company just started offering the option of investing in Roth 401ks. He was wondering if he should stick with his regu
Your Interest Rates Are About to Go Up
Have good credit? A low APR on your credit cards? Always pay your bills on time? That's not going to stop your credit card company from jacking up your rate whenever they feel like
How much money should a CEO make?
According to the Institute for Policy Studies, in 1980, American CEOs earned over 40 times more per year than the average American worker. Today, the average American CEO from a
Beyond the Sandcastle: 20 Great Ways to Use a Beach Bucket
From garden gathering to beach-themed cakes, there's plenty the versatile, affordable plastic pail can do.
Hold Off On Heating with These 10 Warming Ways
It’s October. In Nebraska. We will see Halloween before we smell the crackling logs on our wood stove. Because it is such a big deal for many to finally crank on the heat, we’ve
4 Deadly Mistakes You Must Avoid When Pursuing Your Dreams
We often get stuck in arbitrary things. We make excuses. We try to find shortcuts, and we try to do all these things that in the end only prevent us from reaching our goals.
Stuff We Love: A Mimijumi Baby Bottle, Because It's More Like Mom
Why does the Mimijumi work so well? A bottle this similar to mom makes the transition from breast to bottle easy as pie.
Is Real Estate a Good Investment?
Young investors need strong investment returns that exceed the rate of inflation in order to avoid working in later years. Is real estate a good investment option?
Best Money Tips: 20+ Ways to Get Paid for Watching TV
Today we found articles on ways to get paid to watch TV, small financial changes that have a big impact, and facts about Social Security benefits that Baby Boomers should know.
How to Combat Economic Fatigue
Tough economic times take a toll on our sleep patterns, which adversely affect all other aspects of our lives, but it doesn't have to be this way.
Best Money Tips: Ways to "Beat" the Stock Market
Today we found some great articles on ways to "beat" the stock market, saving for retirement, and prepping for guests with Dollar Store buys.
10 Stocks Every Recent Grad Should Own
Gift the recent grad in your life one (or more!) of these great stocks, and they'll be on track to enjoy a nice profit.
10 Reasons Why You Should Ask for Cash This Christmas
If you're reluctant to put greenbacks on your wishlist, don't be. Cash is a great gift to give — and to receive.
Hey Boss, Please Don’t Bother Me, I’m Daydreaming
Long considered the sole provenance of the lazy and uninspired, the process of daydreaming may be more productive than we thought.
DIY Plastic Surgery: This Is Not A Hoax.
I do a lot of research on the Internet for information about home-made solutions to everyday problems. In fact, I'll be posting one soon that covers recipes for home-made car wax,
Watch Out for These 4 Sneaky Charges on Your Monthly Bills
Some businesses will try to slip unfair fees onto your bill. Watch for these extras on your statements to be certain you're only paying what you owe.
How I Saved Enough for a Down Payment While Working in China
You don't have to give up lifetime financial goals to live the life of an expat. Take your frugal living skills along for the journey, and save big.
Best Money Tips: Save Money on Your Food Bill
Today we found some fantastic articles on saving on your food bill, painless ways to save for your next vacation, and phrases not to use at work.