The conforming loan limit for home loans in the U.S. fell back to pre-2008 levels recently. Now lawmakers want to raise it again. Learn how it could affect you.
Today we found articles on ways to earn an extra grand for Christmas, things to get rid of by the end of the year, and ways to earn cash for cardboard.
I haven't had a landline in years. I'm dead serious. Years.
So, I was bummed to hear that this year, the "sorry you were cheated initially when we taxed you too much" refund that we get back is for long distance telephone service. [more]
Booking frugal flights can be a balancing act. Here are some tips for getting the best combination of route, connections, and price, so you have a great flight.
Whether you're looking for comic books or coffee, print this list out and stick it on your fridge, so you'll always know when the next big freebie is coming.
Braces can be a necessary medical treatment — and they can also be exceedingly expensive. Here are five ways to blunt the sharp cost of straight teeth.
Bitcoin is not quite as hot as it once was, but it's still traded and used. Now that prices are more modest, are you ready to test the popular cryptocurrency?
Ever notice that we have names for a period when the economy isn't growing (recession or depression), but there's no name for when it is growing? If they call it anything,
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Should Conforming Loan Limits Be Increased?
The conforming loan limit for home loans in the U.S. fell back to pre-2008 levels recently. Now lawmakers want to raise it again. Learn how it could affect you.
Best Money Tips: Ways to Earn an Extra $1,000 for Christmas
Today we found articles on ways to earn an extra grand for Christmas, things to get rid of by the end of the year, and ways to earn cash for cardboard.
The 7 Best Affordable Cities to Start a Family
The big city life doesn't have to be a pipe dream. For new or young families, these hopping metros offer everything you want — at an affordable cost.
5 Surefire Signs You Have Too Much Debt
Are you toeing the line of too much debt? These warning signs say so.
5 Things in Your Garage That Have Serious Re-Sale Value
Wait, don't throw that out! Your old garage dust-collectors might be worth some decent coin.
6 Ways to Bounce Back After a Work Mistake
Everybody makes mistakes. Don't make them worse by bungling the follow up.
Ring. Ring. Ka-ching! Lying About Your Telephone Tax
I haven't had a landline in years. I'm dead serious. Years. So, I was bummed to hear that this year, the "sorry you were cheated initially when we taxed you too much" refund that we get back is for long distance telephone service. [more]
Route, Connections, Price: How Far Will You Go for a Cheap Flight?
Booking frugal flights can be a balancing act. Here are some tips for getting the best combination of route, connections, and price, so you have a great flight.
4 Signs Your Emergency Fund Is Too Big
Your emergency fund is stocked. Would your extra dollars better serve you elsewhere?
Hurray! Annual Freebie Calendar
Whether you're looking for comic books or coffee, print this list out and stick it on your fridge, so you'll always know when the next big freebie is coming.
9 Travel Destinations for Introverts
Escape the madding crowd even while exploring some of the world's most popular destinations by seeking out nearby roads less traveled.
How to Get Your First Credit Card and Build Credit
You're officially an adult and now you have your own credit card! Here's how to build credit the right way.
5 Ways to Save Money on Braces
Braces can be a necessary medical treatment — and they can also be exceedingly expensive. Here are five ways to blunt the sharp cost of straight teeth.
Here's Everything You Need to Get Started With Bitcoin
Bitcoin is not quite as hot as it once was, but it's still traded and used. Now that prices are more modest, are you ready to test the popular cryptocurrency?
10 Things You Should Never Buy Used
Some thrifty buys just aren't worth the deal. You're better off buying new — or skipping the buy — on these secondhand "finds."
Common Currency: A Primer
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Barclaycard Visa with Apple Rewards Credit Card Review
Check out what the Barclaycard Visa with Apple Rewards credit card has to offer.
Best Money Tips: Save a Bundle on Flowers
Today we found some fantastic articles on saving on flowers, getting cheap life insurance, and paying off student loans.
The weird logic of economic growth
Ever notice that we have names for a period when the economy isn't growing (recession or depression), but there's no name for when it is growing? If they call it anything,
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!