Archive for May, 2011
Take 5: A Roundup of Reads From Around the Web
May 14, 2011 - A look at five interesting personal finance posts from other bloggers around the web. This week: Free movies – in the theater - big lessons for small businesses, many recipes for one vital condiment, how NOT to pay a bill collector, and how to find a real estate agent.
The Week in Review: Funny Money Stories
May 14, 2011 - Here are some interesting and amusing developments from the past week that aren’t exactly news, but might make you smile.
6 Signs of a Housing Rescue Scam and Where to Get Free Help
May 13, 2011 - The mortgage crisis has created a new breed of scammer — one that charges up-front fees and tells you to lie to your lender. Need help with a mortgage problem? Here's where to turn for free, honest help.
Friday’s Deals: Shoes, Candles, Disney Gear, and Free Arby’s
May 13, 2011 - This weekend, bargains abound on everything from sub sandwiches to men's dress clothes to body care products.
Money in a Minute: Headlines From Around the Web
May 13, 2011 - In today's news: Mortgage rates fall to a new low, the Fed chief warns Congress about the federal debt, jobless claims are dropping, 401(k)s are rising, and Facebook and Google go to war.
Deal-Seeking Dad: Tips to Turn Your Kid’s Clutter Into Cash
May 12, 2011 - How do you convince a child to part with a toy? Sell it for new toys – and teach your kids some valuable lessons about money and clutter control along the way.
Money in a Minute: Headlines From Around the Web
May 12, 2011 - In today's news: The U.S. was "only" $40.5 billion in the red last month, March was the second straight month with more jobs, Chrysler is coming back strong, health care costs are still climbing, and the world is wasting a billion tons of food each year.
Study Finds CARD Act Helped Reduce Credit Card Fees
May 12, 2011 - It's been two years since the Credit Card Accountability, Responsibility, and Disclosure Act became law. A new study suggests it may have done at least part of what Congress intended.
Wednesday Deals: Swimwear, Flat-Panel TVs, Dorm Necessities, and Free Origins Products
May 11, 2011 - Today we've got half-off dresses, a 30-percent-off Motorola tablet, a Pottery Barn sale, and several hidden coupon codes.
15 Tips to Find, Buy, and Rent Real Estate
May 11, 2011 - With home values down and rents up, renting out sounds smart. But it's not as easy as you think — so learn how to avoid bad tenants who can cost you money instead of making it.
Money in a Minute: Headlines From Around the Web
May 11, 2011 - In today's news: Home prices plummet in big cities, Sony gets more bad news after their recent hack attack, Microsoft buys Skype, banking via text message, and GM goes from bankrupt to hiring.
3 Proven Ways to Shelter Your Finances in a Natural Disaster
May 10, 2011 - When a natural disaster strikes, you think first about the lives of those closest to you. But a close second on your list should be securing your quality of life - and that means your finances.
Ask Stacy: How Do I Protect Myself From My Future Husband’s Bad Credit?
May 10, 2011 - Shelita has perfect credit and prides herself on being responsible. Her soon-to-be husband's story is a bit different. Should she call off the wedding?
Money in a Minute: Headlines From Around the Web
May 10, 2011 - In today's news: Oil prices climb again, the public blames the oil companies, more homeowners are underwater, borrowing and lending are up, and Ford pickups might drop something important.
Monday’s Money Deals: Clothes, Food, and Free Ice Cream
May 09, 2011 - Great deals to kick off the week include Juicy Couture swimwear, Planters peanuts, and San Francisco hotel discounts.
