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The borrow-at-a-low-interest-rate-and-invest-to-get-greater-returns mentality was so embedded in our belief system that there almost seemed to be a stigma attached to not carrying
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2-Minute Read: What You Need to Know About Credit Reports
Your credit report includes important information used to determine your creditworthiness. Do you understand everything on it?
Extreme Couponing? 5 Reasons Why I’ll Pass.
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Stop Believing These 5 Myths About IRAs
Don't let these myths prevent you from getting an IRA — the most important savings account you may ever have.
Are You Letting FOMO Ruin Your Finances?
FOMO can prompt us to make a lot of questionable decisions. Get your envy in check and regain control of your life — and your money.
Ask the Readers: What will You Buy with Your Tax Refund? (Win Turbo Tax Prizes!)
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Ask the Readers: How Do You Handle Rude Questions About Money?
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How to Get a Free Fraud Alert on Your Credit Report
Placing a fraud alert on your credit report is an easy (and free!) way to protect yourself from identity theft. But there's a catch.
How to Protect Your Finances in Case of a Recession
When the next recession hits, you want to be prepared. Is your money ready?
Where to Find Emergency Funds When You Don't Have an Emergency Fund
A costly emergency has sprung up. The only problem? You have a second emergency — no money to cover it. Here's where to find funds fast.
17 DIY Projects to Make Your Home Look Amazing (and 3 You Shouldn't Try)
Stop staring at those ugly cabinets and do something! These easy DIY projects can totally transform your home.
Boost Your Retirement Savings: Avoid 401(k) Fees
New rules will make it easier to monitor fees charged by your 401(k) account administrator. Here's how to avoid paying many of them.
5 Best Online Checking Accounts
Whether you're looking to earn interest or for great customer service and reasonable fees, these five online checking account are all wise choices.
5 Money Moves Every Single Parent Should Make
Raising a kid by yourself takes strength, resilience, and perhaps most importantly, a solid financial footing.
5 Ways to Invest Like a Pro — No Financial Adviser Required
You don't need to hire a financial pro to invest like one. Try these DIY tips, and watch the confidence roll in.
How to Maximize Rewards on Everyday Spending
If you're not using your travel or cash back card for certain expenses, you're leaving valuable rewards on the table.
Why You Should Call Your Mortgage Lender Every Year
When was the last time you gave your mortgage lender a ring? If it's been a few years, you could be throwing money out the window.
Rethinking The Early Mortgage Payoff
The borrow-at-a-low-interest-rate-and-invest-to-get-greater-returns mentality was so embedded in our belief system that there almost seemed to be a stigma attached to not carrying
5 Mental Biases That Are Keeping You Poor
Your love of lattes might not be totally to blame for your low funds. Cognitive biases could be derailing every one of your money-related decisions.