Cutting costs on travel can be a boon for our wallets, but there's a dark side to some of those "discounts." With that in mind, here are 12 so-called travel hacks that, if you're not careful, can end up costing you more than you bargained ...
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9 Affordable Trips You Can Pay for with Your Tax Refund
Many Americans are up in arms about reduced tax refunds this year -- hopefully, you're not on the short end of that stick -- but all is not lost. You can still get away on budgets that range from small to a little more generous. Here's ...
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6 Reasons Why You Shouldn’t Be Embarrassed About Being Frugal
Your friends might label you the cheapskate of the group and your frugal ways might be a running joke, but there's no reason to be embarrassed by your money-conscious mindset.
A lot of people cry broke and whine about never having enough cash to ...
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6 Ways to Clean Out Your House for Cash This Spring
Spring cleaning time is almost here. With that in mind, before you start tossing out perfectly good, re-sellable items, why not take inventory of all the goodies you've got and determine the best method of sale? After all, you may as well recoup some ...
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9 Ways You’ll Pay Later for Giving Your Kid a Credit Card Now
I'm not a parent, so I won't presume to tell you how to raise your child. I can tell you, however, that if your kid has a credit card or you plan to give them one, it's a mistake you (and they) could be paying for well into the future.
No matter ...
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6 Ways Couples Can Game the System to Save More Money
There are plenty of perks to being a couple -- splitting household expenses, sharing a cell phone plan, qualifying for BOGO dinner promotions at your favorite chain restaurants -- but there are more savings to enjoy if you dig a little ...
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6 More Ways to Resuscitate Your DOA Finances Today
Stressed out by your financial situation? Aren't we all. Awhile back we presented six strategic financial moves you could make to regain control of your money situation -- and here are six more that are just as powerful:
Don't buy more than you ...
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6 Ways to Resuscitate Your DOA Finances Today
Stressed out by your financial situation? Aren't we all. Here are six strategic moves you can make to regain control of your money situation and put you back in the driver's seat. Take a look ...
Stop impulsive shopping
Many of us are guilty of ...
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8 First-Time Investing Tips All Couples Should Consider
There are milestones to which most couples look forward and for which they prepare -- such as getting married -- but the same can't always be said for making joint investments. What you do with your money is an important and impactful consideration ...
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8 Ways to Save More on Back-to-School Shopping This Year
If you've got kids, then the odds are you'll be participating in that annual ritual known as back-to-school shopping. Unfortunately, it's an expense that can take a big bite out of your budget. So why not dig a little deeper when looking for extra ...
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9 Smart Business Tips for First Time Freelancers
Freelancing is a great gig if you can manage it, but it's not as easy as it looks. For instance, when you're just starting out as a freelancer you may forgo contracts to get a gig, but what happens if the client skips out without paying? How do you ...
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11 Ways to Ensure Your Summer Vacation Doesn’t Bust Your Budget
Going on vacation is exciting and fun-filled until you get the bill. This year, dig into your R&R with peace of mind by following these tips on how to ensure a satisfying and budget-friendly vacay.
Weigh the costs of lodging vs. ...
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7 Body Language Tips That Will Boost Your Chances of Getting a Job
Hiring managers aren't just listening to what you say during interviews. They're also observing how you walk, talk, sit, and use your hands, among other body language expressions. CareerBuilder notes that there are lots of ways to negatively affect ...
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Why Insurance Companies Don’t Want You to Know About Concierge Doctors
Healthcare and how it's provided in the United States has been a hot-button issue for years. At times, people are left with few options or, worse, options they can't afford. But there may be a solution out there that you haven't heard of -- and you ...
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7 Awesome Reasons Why You Should Use a Roth IRA for Retirement Savings
Are you thinking about fortifying your retirement savings with a Roth IRA?
Sure, Roth IRAs have their disadvantages -- but there are some really good reasons why you may want to consider one too. Here are the seven best:
Qualified distributions ...
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6 Ways to Avoid Becoming a Pickpocket Victim
Imagine you're on vacation -- in a foreign country, no less -- and you've been the victim of a pickpocket. Cash, credit cards, passport -- all gone. What do you do? It's a nightmare scenario nobody wants to go through. Thankfully, you can lessen the ...
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8 Ways to Make Money on Your Morning Commute
If you want to get ahead in life, you have to work for it -- even on the way to your job. That's right; one way to stack additional cash is to find an alternative income source -- and a great way to do that is by earning additional money during your ...
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8 Ways to Tame Your Credit Card Debt Fast!
Somebody printed this on a T-shirt: "The holidays are over and all I got was a mountain of debt!"
Sound familiar? Don't feel bad; you're not alone.
According to CBS News, the average credit card balance per US household is now $9600. And with ...
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11 Dollar Store Bargains You’d Be Crazy to Buy Anywhere Else
How do I love the dollar store? Let me count the ways with these mega bargains that you'd be crazy to buy anywhere else!
For control purposes, I compared Dollar Tree items side-by-side to similar products at Walmart. Your shopping habits will ...
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7 Big Reasons Why a Roth IRA Isn’t the Best Way to Save for Retirement
Are you trying to decide whether or not you should be building your retirement savings with a Roth IRA?
It's true; using a Roth IRA has its advantages -- but there are also more than a few reasons that may make you think twice before getting one. ...
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