Archive for January, 2009
Why Your Credit Score May Drop Soon
Jan 30, 2009 - New banking decisions in the midst of a recession mean even responsible borrows may see their credit scores drop.
5 Best Deals at Warehouse Stores
Jan 28, 2009 - Not everything at Costco or BJs is a bargain, but these are the five best deals at warehouse stores.
The Death of the Wallet
Jan 26, 2009 - Smart phones, like the iPhone or Google's Android, are becoming so advanced that they can already replace many of the things in your wallet, but in a few years they'll replace your credit cards, too.
House Swappers Trade Homes
Jan 23, 2009 - Swapping homes online, or trading homes, has become a popular alternative to traditional real estate.
Investment Lessons Learned The Hard Way
Jan 21, 2009 - If you have money in a 401(k) or other retirement plan, 2008 was probably a down year. But there are ways to make 2009 better. One way? Become more knowledgeable when it comes to investing.
How To: Save More Money in 2009
Jan 19, 2009 - Trying to save more money this year? We asked a professional credit counselor for the best advice to save more money.
How To: Create a Budget
Jan 16, 2009 - Every year you start a budget. And every year you give up after a few months. What's up with that? Let's see if we can develop a budget that actually works...
How To: Reduce Your Debt
Jan 14, 2009 - We got advice on reducing debt from a consumer credit counselor whose only job is to help people get out of debt.
How To: Find Financial Help
Jan 12, 2009 - How can I lower my debt? How can I increase my savings? Wouldn't it be nice to know who to ask?
Seven Things Getting Cheaper
Jan 09, 2009 - No matter what kind of store you go to, grocery, department or even office supplies, seems like everything's getting more expensive. Not true. Seven things you use that are going down in price...
Inflation Predictions for 2009
Jan 07, 2009 - According to the government, overall inflation has been low, and is expected to stay that way in 2009. But that doesn’t mean all prices are standing still. Where to look for the biggest price increases this year...
Bonuses Without Profit!? Wall Street, Listen Up!
Jan 06, 2009 - Despite the fact that most of the big Wall Street banks are only surviving courtesy of tax-payer handouts, the people who drove these businesses over a cliff, and had a hand in driving down the value of your home, are still raking in the big bucks.
Wall St vs Main St: Economic Predictions for 2009
Jan 05, 2009 - Comparing 2009 economic predictions on the stock market, price of oil, and housing market from an expert on Wall Street and people on Main Street.
Wall St vs Main St: Who was right in 2008?
Jan 02, 2009 - Every year experts predict what’s going to happen in the year ahead, including things that will affect your money. Last year money reporter Stacy Johnson talked to one of Wall Street's top economists, as well as people just like you. Now it's time to see who was smarter.
