Archive for 'Family'
Are Concierge Doctors Worth the Price?
Dec 14, 2011 - Some people are VIPs – very important patients, who get more attention from their doctor with less waiting. As you might imagine, there's a price to pay. Is it worth it?
Ask Stacy: Why Are E-Books So Expensive?
Dec 13, 2011 - This reader is steamed that I'm charging so much for the digital editions of my books. E-books eliminate expenses ranging from paper to transportation – shouldn't they cost less than their paper cousins?
6 Money Mistakes Couples Make
Dec 12, 2011 - Money and marriage may go together like a horse and carriage, but don't put the cart before the horse. Or buy one without talking to your spouse.
5 Ways to Save With a New Baby on the Way
Dec 12, 2011 - New is always nice. But gently used furniture, clothing, and baby gear can really ease the strain on your pocketbook when you're expecting.
24 Ways to Spend Nothing on Gift Wrap, and 4 Ways to Spend Very Little
Dec 06, 2011 - If you plan to buy gift bags, wrapping paper, boxes, or bows this holiday season, you're wasting your money. You can impress for much less – just by listening to what my mom says.
6 Dumb Gifts for Guys – and 6 Smart Ones
Dec 05, 2011 - Finding the perfect gift for a guy isn't easy, we know. But don't beat your head against the wall or make a wild guess – try these. And if all else fails, just ask.
5 Gift Ideas to Teach Kids About Money
Nov 28, 2011 - While children get more holiday presents than most of us, sometimes they lose interest before the batteries die. Why not give a gift that earns interest, or lasts a lifetime?
Why Marriage Makes It Hard to Control Remodeling Costs
Nov 24, 2011 - No, "requirements creep" isn't a person you don't want to be around. It's a philosophy you don't want to adopt. But we all do at some point.
3 Cheap and Tasty Ideas to Spice Up Holiday Meals
Nov 17, 2011 - This holiday season, you can make your turkey tastier, your punch spicier, and your cheap wine seem expensive.
18 Tips to Save on Holiday Shopping
Nov 14, 2011 - With less than two weeks until the biggest shopping day of the year, how's your gift list looking? If you need ideas for presents and tips to save some money, we have lots.
5 Financial Steps to Take as Soon as You Say “I Do”
Nov 10, 2011 - First comes love, then comes marriage, then comes stressing out about money. Here's how to focus more on the fun part and less on the stress.
Ask Stacy: Which is Better – FSA or Deducting Medical Expenses?
Nov 08, 2011 - This week we tackle medical expenses and income taxes. The question: Should I use a Flexible Spending Account at work, or just deduct my medical expenses on my tax return?
Why Pastry Chefs Are Financially Savvier Than the Common Man
Nov 03, 2011 - Cookies and cash have a lot in common, especially if you don't follow their recipes for success.
8 Great Healthy and Cheap Alternatives to Fast Food
Oct 26, 2011 - If time is money, then fast food is a cash-wasting drain on your wallet. Here's how to eat right, quick, and cheap.
Frugal Sniffles: How to Save Money When You’re Sick
Oct 25, 2011 - Getting the flu bug would really bug me if I also had to overpay for medicine and food. Here's how I save cash even when I'm coughing up a lung.
