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The Power of the Customer in Banking

When big banks make big changes we don't like, it's easy to feel helpless. But the truth is that raising your voice can make a real difference.

Teaching Children to Save: Highlights from Our Chat With American Bankers Association

Don't miss the highlights from our chat with American Bankers Association on teaching children to save!

How to Shop Online Safely

With the uptake in online shopping, so does online crime. Thankfully, there are a few easy things we can do to avoid becoming a victim of it.

Ask the Readers: Who Taught You The Most About Personal Finance?

Tell us who taught you the most about personal finance and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!

Ask the Readers: How Do You Prioritize Your Savings Goals?

Tell us how you prioritize your savings goals and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!

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Maximize the Value of Your Airline Miles and Points

Should you pay with points or pay with cash? Learn how to apply the Two Cent Rule and maximize the value of your travel rewards.

5 Lessons That Teach Your Kid to Be Their Own Boss

Even if your child isn't interested in self-employment later in life, these entrepreneurial skills will help no matter what life or career path they pursue.

Best Money Tips: Frugal Things to Do at Home This Month

Today we found some stellar articles on frugal things to do at home this month, breaking the cycle of living paycheck to paycheck, and pitfalls to avoid when car shopping.

13 Great Reasons to Quit Your Job

You have your "I quit" speech down pat, but you're still not sure? See if these reasons don't convince you it's time to make the leap.

The Fallacy of Homeownership as a Sound Investment

Owning a home has become inextricably linked to the American dream, as much a part of the social fabric as baseball and apple pie. But the reality is that most Americans would be b

Series I and Series EE U.S. Savings Bonds

U.S. savings bonds can provide one of the simplest approaches to saving for college. When you cash them in to pay for your child's college expenses, you will be able to do so witho

How Not to Buy Too Much

Just as a diet doesn't mean you can never enjoy food again, a budget doesn't mean that you can never buy again. Here are a few strategies to help you reduce your spending.

Best Money Tips: Gifts for Women That Won't Break the Bank

Today we found some stellar articles on gifts for women that won't break the bank, donating without spending money, and plugging personal finance leaks.

When Is the Best Time to Lock in a Mortgage Rate?

Knowing exactly when to lock in a mortgage rate can make a big difference on the cost of your home.

5 Best Amazon Deals for Friday 12/20

Today's deals include 50% off kitchen small appliances, Rayovac Spotsman LED Lantern, 35% or more off NBA Jerseys, and more!

4 Top Money Lessons to Learn From Ruth Soukup's "Unstuffed"

Ruth Soukup's new book "Unstuffed" sheds light on how clutter affects more than just your space.

Learn good financial habits from your parents. Or not.

One of the big advantages that children of the middle-class and wealthy have is that they grow up in a household where a huge amount of financial knowledge is embedded in its day-t

Being Healthy Can Have Big Cash Rewards

I recently became a member of my wife’s gym. I had always hesitated, being a frugal person I preferred to work out at home with a few weights and some exercise DVDs. But, when I di

My 2016 Budget Challenge: Where to Find Cheap Training for a New Career

Max is feeling the crunch. With $21K still left to go, will she hit her budget goals and find a new job by December? Stay tuned!