Archive for April, 2011
Take 5: A Roundup of Reads From Around the Web
Apr 30, 2011 - A look at five interesting personal finance posts from other bloggers around the web. This week: how to buy women's clothes instead of invest in them, how to fix up your home so it makes you money, how your last name might cost you, how to make concrete leaves, and financial advice from a Founding Father.
The Week in Review: Funny Money Stories
Apr 30, 2011 - Here are some interesting and amusing developments from the past week that aren’t exactly news, but might make you smile.
Friday Deals: IHOP, MP3s, Juicers, and Free Motor Oil
Apr 29, 2011 - From Quizno's to Hot Topic, from FootLocker.com to Amazon.com, and from movies to jewelry, this Friday edition of deals will keep you busy - and saving - all weekend.
10 Mother’s Day Gifts for Less Than $10
Apr 29, 2011 - What's good about Mother's Day is that gifts costing the least can often mean the most. How to make mom happy by using your imagination instead of your money.
Money in a Minute: Headlines From Around the Web
Apr 29, 2011 - In today's news: ExxonMobil cleans up, Bank of America hikes late fees, home sales defy the experts and creep up, the Texas drought worsens, and Wal-Mart is reloading on gun sales.
4 Reasons Mortgage Costs Are Going up
Apr 29, 2011 - Mortgage rates are still near historic lows, but the cost of getting a mortgage is on the rise. Here's why, and how you can get the best possible loan.
Credit Card Late Payments Down 17th Month in a Row
Apr 29, 2011 - Americans continue to recover from the Great Recession. As a nation, we're borrowing more and paying back more of what we borrow.
U.S. Credit Rating Could Affect Your Interest Payments
Apr 28, 2011 - The recent news that a Wall Street rating agency lowered its opinion of U.S. government debt isn't just a wake-up call for Uncle Sam. It's a warning for all of us.
Rate Report: The Week’s Best Deals on Loans and Savings
Apr 28, 2011 - Are you earning as much as you can on your savings while paying as little as possible when you borrow? Read on for a quick check of today's rates and to see if you're making your money work as hard for you as you do for it.
Money in a Minute: Headlines From Around the Web
Apr 28, 2011 - In today's news: Big Oil rakes in big profits, unemployment drops in big cities, Starbucks is now bigger than ever, electric cars are also safe cars, and space vacations may not be far off.
PlayStation Network Hacked: What You Should Do Now
Apr 27, 2011 - Sony's PlayStation Network and Qriocity services have been hacked, exposing the personal information - and possibly credit card numbers - of more than 70 million people. What should you do if you're one of them?
Money in a Minute: Headlines From Around the Web
Apr 27, 2011 - In today's news: Sony suffers huge hack, the stock market rebounds in a big way, lots of homes are for sale but not a lot for rent, Toyota issues a Tundra recall, Southwest gets permission to buy AirTran, and Facebook expands into shopping.
Wednesday Deals: Camcorders, Pet Supplies, and Free Subway
Apr 27, 2011 - Mother's Day and Teacher Appreciation Day are next week. But if you haven't done your shopping yet, we've got deals on everything from ice cream to clothing to bath and beauty products.
5 Better Ideas Than Skipping a Loan Payment
Apr 27, 2011 - Maybe you've gotten an offer from your lender: Pay a small fee, skip a monthly payment. It may sound enticing, but you should always pay if you can. Here's a better idea.
Money in a Minute: Headlines From Around the Web
Apr 26, 2011 - In today's news: Economists aren't happy with the economy, new homes sales hit bottom and start a modest climb, banks get sued over their ATMS, wild Wi-Fi crime stories, and Obama's health care reform is safe - for now.
