Today we found articles on how to take a mini-retirement, thrift store treasures you shouldn’t pass up, and reasons why you shouldn’t focus on monthly payments.
You've figured out how to have positive cash flow (aka spend less than you earn) for now; but will you have enough money for later? Funding for future requirements, such as
If you don’t know what the AMT is, you may well be in for a shock this year. And if your household income is around $75,000 or more, gross, then AMT could very well take a big bite
I like kitchen gadgets as much as the next girl, but I just can’t justify splurging on a crepe pan (or other tool) that I’ll use maybe once a month, at the most. So which kitchen u
Losing a job is always tough. During hard economic times--when it may not be possible to find another job as good as the one you've lost--it's even tougher. Here are a few steps
An extra monitor can make everything from work to looking at photos easier (and it's a great way to get more out of a laptop, too). Here are our picks for the best.
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Best Money Tips: How to Take a Mini-Retirement
Today we found articles on how to take a mini-retirement, thrift store treasures you shouldn’t pass up, and reasons why you shouldn’t focus on monthly payments.
7 Ways to Get the Best Deals on Groupon
Before grabbing that Groupon, do some homework. With just a little effort, you can turn a good deal into a great one.
12 Cool Travel Items for Your Summer Vacation
Your summer vacation is bound to be a blast, and you can make it even better by packing these cool and convenient bits of travel kit.
8 Signs You Need a Social Media Detox
Social media is fun, until it becomes your whole life. If you can relate, it might be time for a social media detox.
7 Times You Definitely Will Be Charged Credit Card Interest
When you use credit cards, you should aim to avoid paying interest whenever possible. But there are times when it's unavoidable.
The Quiet Millionaire: Part 3 - Money for Now, Money for Later
You've figured out how to have positive cash flow (aka spend less than you earn) for now; but will you have enough money for later? Funding for future requirements, such as
Keep Your Credit Card Safe While Shopping Online
Whether you're doing holiday shopping or just making an everyday purchase, follow these steps to keep your credit card information safe.
Do You Need a Financial Planner?
It doesn't take much — a new home, a new business, a wedding — to complicate once simple finances. It might be time to hire a pro.
5 Surprising Ways the Rich Get Richer
The rich get richer. You could get jealous, or you could get inspired to find out how wealthy stay that way, and copy them?
Cross your fingers and hope you’re not caught by Alternative Minimum Tax (AMT) this year.
If you don’t know what the AMT is, you may well be in for a shock this year. And if your household income is around $75,000 or more, gross, then AMT could very well take a big bite
Cooking Without Crepe Pans and Other Expensive Kitchen Tools
I like kitchen gadgets as much as the next girl, but I just can’t justify splurging on a crepe pan (or other tool) that I’ll use maybe once a month, at the most. So which kitchen u
Being Frugal Without Giving Up Your Social Life
Despite what some people think, you don't have to be a hermit to be frugal. Learn how you can have a fun social life AND maintain your budget.
20 Delectable, Frugal Pineapple Recipes
From salsa to salad to soup, these 20 recipes will help you make the most of this in-season exotic fruit.
The Five Stages of Not Shopping
When people see us make a lifestyle change — even a positive one like frugality — their responses often resemble the Five Stages of Grief.
Ask the Readers: What Is Your Dream Vacation?
Tell us about your dream vacation and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
Getting by without a job, part 1--losing a job
Losing a job is always tough. During hard economic times--when it may not be possible to find another job as good as the one you've lost--it's even tougher. Here are a few steps
The Private Financial Information You Must Share
Couples often split finance chores across multiple accounts, which makes management difficult, especially in emergencies. Learn what you must share.
10 Great Home-Based Side-Business Ideas
Launch your own home-based business doing the things you love. US News editor Kim Palmer shares 10 side ventures you can start today!
The 5 Best LED Monitors
An extra monitor can make everything from work to looking at photos easier (and it's a great way to get more out of a laptop, too). Here are our picks for the best.
13 Ideas for Entertaining on a Budget
If you're not careful, your at-home shindig can cost as much as going out. Keep your gatherings fun and affordable with these creative activities.