Posts by Angela Colley
The 10 Best (and 5 Worst) Careers
Jun 08, 2012 - Heading to college soon? Some degrees will land you high-paying jobs (even in a recession). Some will leave you unemployed or underemployed. Find out which is which.
Why Gas Prices Are High – and 14 Ways to Save
Jun 06, 2012 - The United States is using less gas, and prices are falling. But shouldn't they be falling faster? Here's why not – and what you can do about it.
8 Types of Protection Not Worth Paying For
Jun 04, 2012 - Life is risky, but that doesn't mean you should pay for insurance policies and warranties you don't really need. Don't let fear affect your finances.
4 Ways to Invest Without Much Money
Jun 01, 2012 - So you don't have thousands to invest? You still can. In fact, there are at least four ways you can invest with as little as $200.
7 Tips to Beat Hotel Fees
May 30, 2012 - Some hotels charge for everything – from using the Internet to using the parking lot. Those fees add up quickly. Here's how to avoid them.
18 Tips to Give Your Credit Score a Boost
May 28, 2012 - Credit scores follow you anywhere you go in the financial world. Here's how to make sure yours is the best it can be.
10 Things Worth Paying More For
May 25, 2012 - The best things in life aren't free. Or even cheap. Here are 10 examples of things where price takes a back seat to quality. Can you add anything to the list?
6 Questions to Ask Before You Do It Yourself
May 23, 2012 - Doing a home improvement project yourself could be a huge money saver – or it could be a disaster. While we all have unique skills, these tips will help you decide when to DIY and when to hire a pro.
19 Tips for Finding a Great Mechanic
May 21, 2012 - You can drive a well-maintained car for 300,000 miles – but you'll need a good mechanic to make it happen. Here's how to find one.
7 Steps for Fighting – and Beating – a Bad Landlord
May 21, 2012 - Don't let a landlord run your life or ruin it. They may own the property, but you have rights. You just have to know how to use them.
Make Your Own Detergent and 20 Other Tips to Save on Laundry
May 18, 2012 - In this article we come clean on how to save 90 or more on laundry detergent and how to cut your washer's electricity usage by 90 percent.
23 Ways to Lower the Cost of Home Improvement
May 16, 2012 - Whether it's adding a bath or remodeling the kitchen, here's how to find materials for a fraction of the price at big-box home improvement stores, hire the right contractor at the right price, and get that project done for less.
20 Ways to Save Big on Your Next Vacation
May 11, 2012 - Planning on taking a vacation this summer? Don't forget your sunscreen, beach towels and this list of money-saving tips.
How to Buy and Sell Timeshares
May 09, 2012 - Want to know how to buy a timeshare for a fraction of its original cost? Have a timeshare you want to sell? Here's what you need to know.
Online Dating: How to Find Love AND a Bargain
May 07, 2012 - Want to try online dating? Before you use your heart, use your head. I recently went online to review three top sites – here's the straight scoop on what you pay and what you get.
