Archive for October, 2011
10 Common Money Mistakes
Oct 31, 2011 - Everybody makes mistakes – even people who write about money for a living. Here are a few examples from some of the nation's top bloggers, along with 10 of my own.
4 Ways to Grow More Brain on a Budget
Oct 31, 2011 - Can you make yourself smarter without spending money? Here are some low-cost and no-cost suggestions for improving your brainpower.
Today’s Deals: Halloween Meal Deals, Office Supplies, and Free Eyeliner
Oct 31, 2011 - Plus more makeup freebies, free kids meals, and office supplies.
4 Do-It-Yourself Projects Anyone Can Do
Oct 31, 2011 - We all know about preventive medicine when it comes to our health. But what about preventive care when it comes to our home? Here are some simple prescriptions you can do easily today that could save you thousands in repairs tomorrow.
The Week in Review: Funny Money Stories
Oct 29, 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
Oct 29, 2011 - A look at five interesting personal finance posts from other bloggers around the Web. This week: reverse mortgages, selling stuff online, inspirational stories, energy-efficient clothes washers and dryers, and dealing with office politics.
Struggling With Student Loans? Here’s What to Do
Oct 28, 2011 - Five tips to help every borrower understand the latest changes proposed for student loans. Plus, what to do if you aren’t making it.
Huge ID Theft Ring Busted: Could It Happen to You?
Oct 28, 2011 - Identity theft is a growing and complex problem. But there are some simple things you can do to that will foil even the most dastardly thief.
A Mortgage Primer: 3 Traps and 3 Tips
Oct 28, 2011 - Getting a mortgage is the biggest financial decision most of us are likely to make in our lifetime. Here's how to avoid the biggest mistakes.
Today’s Deals: Body Lotion, Hammocks, Pet Supplies, and Free Halloween Crafts
Oct 28, 2011 - Plus, deals on Bath & Body Works products and Halloween costumes, and coupons and promo codes for Maybelline mascara and Family Christian Stores.
5 Credit Card Loopholes for Rental-Car Insurance – and One Great Option
Oct 27, 2011 - Rental-car insurance is a confusing minefield of options and exclusions. Here's how to make sure you're covered without getting gouged.
12 Top-Rated Shopping Sites You Never Heard Of
Oct 27, 2011 - Ever wish you could easily turn your bright idea into a marketable invention? Or that your recipes were digitally organized? Or that online auction buying were as simple as a tweet? There's a website for that – and we've broken them all down for you.
18 Things You Didn’t Know About Social Security Numbers
Oct 27, 2011 - Whose Social Security number is 001-01-0001? Can you tell someone's race from their number? And will we run out of numbers? Read on for the answers.
How Popular Is Your Boss?
Oct 27, 2011 - Office bosses as a group tend to get a bad rap – but recent research shows most people have nothing but nice things to say about the folks in charge.
30 Tips to Spend Less and Save More
Oct 26, 2011 - We recently caught up with several of the nation's top money bloggers and asked them a simple question: What's your single best tip to save money?
