Low interest rates generally lead to inflation, which is bad for everybody. But if inflation were really low, then low interest rates would tend to follow, and in that situation,
Heat-of-the-moment emotional responses aren't usually the best. The next time you're tempted to lash out, try these tricks to stay calm and in control.
Recently CNN published an article titled "No kids, no jobs for growing number of wives ". This article profiled two women who are stay at home wives with no kids. A quote from the
Leftover Halloween candy can be a treat or an annoyance. If your kids came home with a huge stash, or you have many leftovers from your own home, the tummy aches can put a kibosh o
On one side there's your typical job. It's clearer than ever that it doesn't offer the security it once did, but it still offers some, and it offers other things--predictable inco
There are two ways to make a major change in your life. One is to make a series of small changes--this month you might brown-bag your lunch one day a week; next month you might go
Today we found some awesome articles on legal sources of non-taxable income, the happiest jobs around, and how to score a deal without leaving a store's website.
The USDA has just released a cool new data visualization tool called Your Food Environment Atlas. If you're interested in poverty, food security, or the related public policy issue
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How low interest rates might save the world
Low interest rates generally lead to inflation, which is bad for everybody. But if inflation were really low, then low interest rates would tend to follow, and in that situation,
20 Free Ways to Show You Care
Want to express your gratitude, love, or respect? Show how much you care (not how much money you have) with one of these great ideas.
6 Things Investors Should Know About the October Effect
October is perhaps the scariest month for investors. Or is that just a spooky myth?
Autumn Shopping: 5 Things to Buy in Fall
Autumn isn't just for pumpkin-carving. For these five kinds of items, it can be a great time to "rake" in some savings.
6 Ways to Manage Powerful Emotions
Heat-of-the-moment emotional responses aren't usually the best. The next time you're tempted to lash out, try these tricks to stay calm and in control.
21 Real Estate Terms Every Home Buyer Should Understand
If you're thinking about buying a home, get up to speed on these key terms and concepts before you visit your first open house.
11 Signs the Job Is Too Good to Be True
If a job sounds too good to be true, it probably is. Keep on the lookout for these sure signs of a shady job offer.
Is living on one income a status symbol?
Recently CNN published an article titled "No kids, no jobs for growing number of wives ". This article profiled two women who are stay at home wives with no kids. A quote from the
How Much Does it Cost Every Time you Get Into Your Car?
I was horrified when I discovered exactly how much it costs me to drive into town for groceries. Do you know exactly how much it costs you?
Flashback Friday: The 60 Best Ways to Use Food Other Than Eating It
Eating food is the best, but what's even better is not wasting food that's about to go bad. Here are other ways to use food, other than eating it.
10 Things to Do With Leftover Halloween Candy
Leftover Halloween candy can be a treat or an annoyance. If your kids came home with a huge stash, or you have many leftovers from your own home, the tummy aches can put a kibosh o
On choosing temporary freedom
On one side there's your typical job. It's clearer than ever that it doesn't offer the security it once did, but it still offers some, and it offers other things--predictable inco
Money Mistakes Two Popular Board Games Teach Kids
If you think Monopoly and The Game of Life teach players sound money management skills — go directly to jail. Do not pass GO, do not collect $200.
Dirty Little Secrets: Shocking Germ Hotspots You Touch Every Day
There are germs WHERE? Find out where those microscopic baddies hide, and then follow your mother's advice and wash your hands!
Big changes or small changes?
There are two ways to make a major change in your life. One is to make a series of small changes--this month you might brown-bag your lunch one day a week; next month you might go
Best Money Tips: Legal Sources of Non-Taxable Income
Today we found some awesome articles on legal sources of non-taxable income, the happiest jobs around, and how to score a deal without leaving a store's website.
Best Money Tips: Tailgating for Newbies
Today we found articles on tailgating for newbies, deals you should and shouldn’t pass up at Trader Joe’s, and how to construct a frugal meal.
Cheap Passport Pictures (Part Two): Online Ordering
A year and a half ago, I wrote a post about how to fashion your own passport photos for unde
USDA Data Visualization Tool
The USDA has just released a cool new data visualization tool called Your Food Environment Atlas. If you're interested in poverty, food security, or the related public policy issue
5 Times Buying the Extended Warranty Makes Sense
We usually advise readers to skip the extended warranty. But not always.