Nowadays, six figures is still above average, but its buying power in terms of lifestyle may have eroded even more than the value of a dollar, as those of us within striking distan
Talk about investments and most people think stocks, bonds, and mutual funds, plus maybe real estate and commodities like precious metals. Let's call those "financial inve
Every financial calculation that you make is influenced by your expectations for future inflation: how much to borrow, where to put your savings, and whether your last raise was a
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I get free books in the mail every year. I don't have to review them, pay postage or do anything else with them. Uncle Sam sends them to me because I ask for them. These publicatio
The United States House of Representatives just passed a massive mortgage bailout bill that includes many changes to the Federal Housing Administration and the Government Sponsored
J.D. over at Get Rich Slowly asked me for a guest post on personal finance. What it turned out I wanted to talk about next, though, was productivity--and in particular, my evolvin
We've all been warned of the increased health care costs resulting from obesity. But what about all those other things you pay more for, like transportation, utitilities and clothi
Scouring thrift shops can bring out your inner treasure hunter — and you inner money master. Here's what one avid picker picked-up about personal finance.
If you enjoy the jolt of caffeine, but don't enjoy coffee or soda, soon you'll be able to get your stimulant boost from a convenient spray applied directly to the skin.
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Is Six Figures Really That Much?
Nowadays, six figures is still above average, but its buying power in terms of lifestyle may have eroded even more than the value of a dollar, as those of us within striking distan
Best Money Tips: 12 Non-Money Things That Will Make You Richer
Today we found non-money related things that will make you richer, how to handle a financial setback, and ways to get an extra hour for yourself.
The False Allure of Compound Interest
You've seen stories about compound interest adding up to big savings. That can happen — but often, it's not the whole truth.
Non-financial investments
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The 5 Best Conditioners
Keeping your hair soft and silky isn't easy, but it can be. Just use any of these conditioners and your coif will always look gorgeous.
Ask the Readers: What Is Your Biggest Financial Accomplishment?
Tell us about your biggest financial accomplishment and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
Will high inflation persist?
Every financial calculation that you make is influenced by your expectations for future inflation: how much to borrow, where to put your savings, and whether your last raise was a
Best Money Tips: Writing a Craigslist Ad That Sells
Today we found some great articles on writing a Craigslist ad that sells, things to spend your money on other than gas, and breathing life into stale bread.
Save Money by Trusting Yourself
People often create spending rules because they don't trust themselves. But if you can develop that trust, you can save even more.
Books on Uncle Sam's Shelf
I get free books in the mail every year. I don't have to review them, pay postage or do anything else with them. Uncle Sam sends them to me because I ask for them. These publicatio
Seller Funded Down Payment Assistance Charities - Scammers or Saints?
The United States House of Representatives just passed a massive mortgage bailout bill that includes many changes to the Federal Housing Administration and the Government Sponsored
Guest post at Get Rich Slowly
J.D. over at Get Rich Slowly asked me for a guest post on personal finance. What it turned out I wanted to talk about next, though, was productivity--and in particular, my evolvin
Stay Thin and Save
We've all been warned of the increased health care costs resulting from obesity. But what about all those other things you pay more for, like transportation, utitilities and clothi
Best Money Tips: Slash Your Water Bill
Today we found some stellar articles on ways to slash your water bill, saving at the farmer's market, and ways to make money.
Budgeting for Study Abroad: What You'll Need, and How to Access Your Money
Studying abroad introduces students to a culture...and it can also be a crash course in budgeting and cash management. Here's what you need to know.
7 Money Lessons I Learned From Thrift-Shopping
Scouring thrift shops can bring out your inner treasure hunter — and you inner money master. Here's what one avid picker picked-up about personal finance.
Ask the Readers: What Are Your Financial Goals For 2019?
Tell us about your financial goals for 2019 and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
Self-Made Billionaires: Investment Lessons From Their Success
If you want to get rich on the stock market, follow the example of this group of self-made, billionaire investors.
6 Free Debt Management Tools
You're always checking your smartphone anyways, so you may as well put it (and the Internet) to better use tracking your debt!
All the Caffeine of a Cup of Joe in a Convenient... Spray-On?
If you enjoy the jolt of caffeine, but don't enjoy coffee or soda, soon you'll be able to get your stimulant boost from a convenient spray applied directly to the skin.