Archive for August, 2011
The Best Way to Pay Off Debt
Aug 22, 2011 - Debt: Most of us have (lots of) it, and few of us want to talk about it. That may mean we're throwing away money, because the intuitive way to pay debts off is not the best.
The Week in Review: Funny Money Stories
Aug 20, 2011 - Here are some interesting and amusing developments from the past week that aren’t exactly news but might make you smile.
Take 5: A Roundup of Reads From Around the Web
Aug 20, 2011 - A look at five interesting personal finance posts from other bloggers around the web. This week: Starbucks pays big to a barista with dwarfism, great gifts for guys, curing oily skin with food you don't eat, find out what Social Security will pay you one day, and prepare for a move with your eyes open.
Daily Deals: Makeup, Xbox, Camping Gear, and a Free Women’s Health Calendar
Aug 19, 2011 - Today's deals also include women's shoes, lip gloss, and backpacks. Plus coupons and promo codes for Hobby Lobby, Sports Authority, Rimmel makeup, and Welch's.
Walmart Coffee vs. Starbucks. Guess Who Wins?
Aug 19, 2011 - Who would pay twice the price for the same quality? According to Consumer Reports, if you're buying Starbucks coffee, you are.
Banks Make Millions Selling Your Shopping Habits
Aug 19, 2011 - Banks have another idea to make money – and strangely enough, this new tactic might even save you a few bucks.
Time to Take Ford for a Ride?
Aug 19, 2011 - With the economy teetering on the brink of a double-dip recession, the last thing you'd think of buying is an auto stock. So why did I buy 500 shares of Ford yesterday?
Today’s Top 6 Business Credit Cards
Aug 18, 2011 - Business credit cards don't have the same safeguards consumer cards do, but for growing businesses, they come in handy. Here are some of the best out there right now.
Back to the Future: Using Ledgers to Teach Kids Money Management Skills
Aug 18, 2011 - There's a lot of personal-finance software out there that'll teach your kids about money. Me? I use notebook paper. And it's worked like a charm.
Ask Karla: What’s Really in the Products I Buy?
Aug 18, 2011 - We see Nutrition Facts on foods from the grocery store, but do restaurants have to provide nutrition info? Do cosmetics companies have to divulge all of their products' ingredients? Karla answers a reader's questions.
Daily Deals: Groceries, Beauty Products, Toys, and a Free Kids Meal
Aug 17, 2011 - Today's deals also include two-for-one jeans for teens, free Transformers figures, and a Bon-Ton savings pass. Plus coupons for Ulta Beauty, Ghirardelli chocolate, lots of V8, White Castle, and Chuck E. Cheese's.
Top 4 Productivity Tips for Stay-at-Home Entrepreneurs
Aug 17, 2011 - Working at home can be a distraction. Working for yourself can be difficult. So how do you combine the two without losing money and your mind?
Extended Warranties: Don’t Let the Exceptions Rule
Aug 17, 2011 - Depending on who you talk to, extended warranties are a great way to protect big investments – or a great way for businesses to pad their profits. Here's the best advice on a range of products.
10 Tips to Sell Your Car For More
Aug 17, 2011 - Ready for new wheels? Step one is getting rid of the old ones. Here's how to sell your car as fast as possible for as much as possible.
Free Google+ Invites For Our Readers!
Aug 16, 2011 - We're offering free invites for Google+ to our readers, but they're on a first-come-first-served basis. So if you're interested in the new social network, or want to see how you can help improve the rankings of our stories, read this.
