Archive for September, 2011

Can’t Afford Health Insurance? Here’s What to Do
Sep 30, 2011 - If you're one of the 50 million Americans without health insurance, you may think your only healthcare option is the emergency room. Not true. If you're going without insurance, or know someone who is, this post is just what the doctor ordered.

4 Ways Generation Y Can Overcome the Recession
Sep 30, 2011 - Generation Y is freaking out over finances, according to new research. That's a good thing: Their concern might motivate them to start planning.

Daily Deals: Halloween Costumes, Printers, Hotels, and a Free Kids Magazine
Sep 30, 2011 - Today's deals also include diapers, Kenmore appliances, Verizon cell phone accessories, arts and crafts, plus-size clothing, and $3.99 clothing for the whole family. Plus, promo codes for Walgreens, Advance Auto Parts, and Lane Bryant.

Reduced Interchange Fee Goes Into Effect Tomorrow
Sep 30, 2011 - This Saturday, merchants will be paying less for processing debit cards. Will consumers get the price break promised by retailers?

Beware the Four Horsemen of Personal Finance
Sep 29, 2011 - It's time for another sermon, but this one isn't fire and brimstone – it's cash and carry.

The Top 10 Companies to Work For – According to People Who Probably Want to Quit
Sep 29, 2011 - A lot of people are out of work, but some of the people with jobs have a lot of complaints. Take a look at what one website says are the most satisfying companies to work for, and compare it to what the employees say.

Freecycle: Is Free Stuff Worth the Fuss?
Sep 29, 2011 - Freecycling can be a great way to cash in on all kinds of free stuff, but even freebies have their downsides. Here are the pros and cons of freecycling plus everything you need to know to get started.

An Italian Vacation That’s Different and Cheaper
Sep 29, 2011 - Sure, you can see the Roman ruins in Italy, but that can ruin your budget. So what about a trip to the northern half of the country? Fighting fewer crowds means spending less cash.

Are You Training Yourself to Fail?
Sep 28, 2011 - Want to be more productive? Here's how to make it habit-forming.

Daily Deals: Oil Changes, Restaurants, Lighting, and a Free Quesadilla
Sep 28, 2011 - Today's deals also include dollhouses, party supplies, ceiling fans, and cleaning supplies. Plus, coupons for Denny's, Scotch-Brite, and Avery office supplies.

Jobs for the Holidays – and 7 Tips to Get Hired
Sep 28, 2011 - Experts are predicting more temp jobs this holiday season than in years past. Here's how to land one of them.

Are You Paying Too Much for Vitamins?
Sep 28, 2011 - When it comes to multivitamins, there's almost no relationship between quality and price. If you're spending more than a few dollars a month, you're paying too much.

How Websites Work
Sep 27, 2011 - I received an email from a reader irritated that we do things like have contests and such to get people to "like us" on Facebook or follow us on Twitter. Here's a brief explanation of why we do these seemingly random – and apparently irritating – things.

How to Score Deals by Dumpster Wading – But Not Dumpster Diving
Sep 27, 2011 - Dumpster diving is a dirty pursuit, but what if there were a clean and sanitary way to find valuables that others toss out?

Your Co-Worker Could Be an Identity Thief – 4 Tips for Protecting Yourself
Sep 27, 2011 - How secure do you think your personal info is? Many people worry about the safety of their details, and for good reason: It's the top complaint received by the FTC every year. Make sure you're taking steps to guard it.