Archive for 'Family'
The 10 Most Expensive Pet Health Problems
Jun 30, 2011 - First, the bad news: There are 10 pet accidents and illnesses that can cost you up to $2,000 to fix. But the good news is the treatments usually work.
5 Reasons to Postpone Teen Driving
Jun 28, 2011 - Every day your teen waits to get behind the wheel, you save money and gain some peace of mind.
19 Things Your Millionaire Neighbor Won’t Tell You
Jun 21, 2011 - If you want to keep up with the Jones, you can do it – even if the Jones are millionaires. Here's what your rich neighbor doesn't want you to know.
Study: Cable Boxes Use More Power Than Refrigerators
Jun 20, 2011 - Hate the cable company? Now you have something new to complain about. Turns out that not only is your cable bill too high, your set-top boxes are power pigs.
6 Family Vacations Under $1,000
Jun 17, 2011 - Traditional vacations are expensive – gas prices are still high, so are airfares, and hotspots like Disney World are raising ticket prices. Here's how to save and still have a memorable family getaway.
8 Tips to Turn Your Vacation into a Tax Deduction
Jun 13, 2011 - Vacation budgets are down, and IRS audits are up. But that doesn't mean combining a family vacation with business travel is a bad idea – just that you have to be careful and do it right.
Deal-Seeking Dad: Are Kids Getting Smarter About Money?
Jun 09, 2011 - A new survey shows that the recession has had one upside: Young people are becoming more financially responsible, although there are still some big gaps in their knowledge.
6 Steps to Prevent Identity Theft of the Dead
Jun 06, 2011 - Dealing with the loss of a loved one is tough enough without being forced to untangle a complicated web of fraudulent charges. Here's what to do if you're in charge of an estate.
Should Everyone Have a Prenup?
May 27, 2011 - Personal finance personality Suze Orman says prenuptial agreements are for everyone contemplating a marriage. In fact, she even advocates a similar arrangement for those living together. Good advice?
25 Top Tips to Save on Weddings
May 25, 2011 - Weddings: one of life's great moments, and quite likely the most expensive party you'll ever throw. Here's how to make sure this important milestone doesn't usher in years of debt.
5 Tips to Save on Summer Camp
May 20, 2011 - Summer camp can be expensive, especially with multiple kids - but cost isn't the only factor to consider, and there are more options than you might think. Here's a step-by-step to finding your best camp value.
Deal-Seeking Dad: ‘Tis the Season for Season Passes
May 19, 2011 - If you're planning to go to an amusement park more than once this summer, it pays to have a season pass. Here are 6 tips to find the best passes to keep your kids entertained all summer for less.
Deal-Seeking Dad: Tips to Turn Your Kid’s Clutter Into Cash
May 12, 2011 - How do you convince a child to part with a toy? Sell it for new toys – and teach your kids some valuable lessons about money and clutter control along the way.
Deal-Seeking Dad: Who Teaches Money Best – Mom or Dad?
May 05, 2011 - When it comes to teaching kids about money, moms and dads seem to have completely different styles.
The Cost of Living Forever
May 02, 2011 - Suspended animation isn't science fiction, but it is an expensive roll of the dice. If you've got an extra $30,000-$200,000 that you're dying to spend, you might consider joining one of the greatest human experiments ever conceived: cheating death with cryonics.
