Sit ye down, hold your loved ones tight, and get ready for the seven deadliest sins of the modern day consumer.
(By the way, I know I’m a movie buff when I can reference two of the greatest films ever made in one blog headline. [more]
Today we found some fantastic articles on frugal Mother's Day activities, saving money on almost anything, and increasing your chances of getting a job.
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Ask the Readers
Usually, I have a lot to write about. But today? Today there's only one thing I can write about, because this thing is driving me crazy. [more]
4 Signs You Should Sell Your Small Business
Your small business is your baby. When is the right time to let it go?
The seven deadly sins of consumerism (and the frugal redemption).
Sit ye down, hold your loved ones tight, and get ready for the seven deadliest sins of the modern day consumer. (By the way, I know I’m a movie buff when I can reference two of the greatest films ever made in one blog headline. [more]
Best Money Tips: Frugal Activities to Do With Mom on Mother's Day
Today we found some fantastic articles on frugal Mother's Day activities, saving money on almost anything, and increasing your chances of getting a job.
DCU Visa Platinum Secured Card Review
You may not have heard of the Digital Federal Credit Union (DCU), but its Visa Platinum Secured Card beats the competition with low fees and APR.
5 Surefire Ways to Maintain a Good Credit Score in Retirement
You relied on good credit to see you through to retirement — don't put those good financial habits aside just yet!
City Shopping: Finding Your New Frugal Home
Considering a move? Make sure you consider these frugal factors when choosing where you're going to live.
Frayed Relationships, Damaged Credit, and Costly Additions — What a Multi-Generational Home Might Cost You
Multiple generations living under one roof is becoming more common. Keep the family peace by planning for some of the potential pitfalls.
5-Minute Finance: Start an Emergency Fund
It can take years to recoup from a financial emergency. But it only takes five minutes to set up an emergency fund.
TACO TOWN and the gut-busting tributes.
Have you guys ever seen Taco Town? C'mon, the parody of supersizing that is way too funny and agonizingly close to reality? [more]
6 Ways to Vet an IPO Before You Buy
The Facebook IPO has been the subject of a lot of hype — much of which it hasn't lived up to. Learn how to make a well-informed IPO purchase.
How to Ease into Credit Card Rewards After Debt Repayment
You've conquered a mountain of debt. Congrats! Before you go right back to using credit cards again, learn how to proceed with caution.
Book Review: Excuse Me, Your Job is Waiting!
A few weeks ago, I won a copy of Excuse Me, Your Job Is Waiting: Attract the Work You Want from Consumerism Commentary (thanks, Flexo!). [more]
Best Money Tips: Habits That Lead to Wealth
Today we found some great articles on habits that lead to wealth and prosperity, smart ways to multitask, and ways to slash your cell phone bill.
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.
6 Uses for Those Old Whitewalls
No, they don’t have to be whitewalls, but I know that sometime in the near future you will have an old tire to get rid of. [more]
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.
Buying a Home: Highlights from Our Chat with Money Smart Week
Don't miss the highlights from our chat with Money Smart Week on buying a home.
Should You Become a Landlord Instead of Selling Your Home?
With the housing market still in the dumps, many of us have become "accidental landlords." Should you join us?
10 Ways to Get Great Hair Without the Salon
Save pricey salon days for a rare treat and get gorgeous, healthy hair with some simple (and cheap!) tricks.