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Banks Back Down on Debit Card Fees
Who says big banks don’t listen to the little guy? They sure do – when lots of customers complain at once.
5 Reasons Not to Apply for Department Store Credit Cards
What do you say when a cashier asks you if you want to apply for the store’s credit card? First, you should say, “Maybe.” Then you should do the math.
Why Pastry Chefs Are Financially Savvier Than the Common Man
Cookies and cash have a lot in common, especially if you don’t follow their recipes for success.
8 Lessons Any Shopper Can Learn From Extreme Couponers
Extreme Couponing is back on TV for its second season. Here’s what I learned from the first.
Which is Better: House or Condo?
By properly understanding the benefits and drawbacks of condominium life, you can make the right decision when it comes time to buy your next property.
5 Ways to Avoid Debit Card Fees
America, land of the fee. Because the Dodd-Frank Act is costing big banks swipe fee revenue, they’re trying to pin the loss on consumers. But public outcry, and these tips, might save you from new fees on debit cards.
10 Ways to Ace Your Next Job Interview
Job interviewing is not like riding a bike. You CAN forget how to do it. Here are the top 10 tips for making a good first impression.
Is Your Landlord Underwater? Protect Yourself from Foreclosure When Renting
What happens if you’re renting a house but the owner goes into foreclosure? If you’re not careful, you can be out on the streets in 24 hours. Follow these tips for staying put.
Ask Stacy: Where Can You Earn 6 Percent on Savings?
We recently published an article that said that if you can save $200 a month and earn 6 percent, you’ll grow your savings to $200,000 in 30 years. What this reader is wondering is how the heck you’re supposed to earn 6 percent.
Who’s Got The Cheapest iPhone Plan?
If you’re thinking about getting an iPhone, you now have a choice between three major national carriers: AT&T, Verizon, and Sprint. But each offers different plans at different prices. Which company has the cheapest plan for you?
Why You Should Try ‘Goal-Oriented’ Grocery Shopping
Can the way you write a grocery list really save you money? It sure can – if you add a bunch of items you can’t buy at the store.
The Agriturismo Experience: An Affordable Vacation on an Italian Farm
Italian vacations are among the most romantic. But who can afford them nowadays? You can, if you think with your stomach and not just your heart.
10 Common Money Mistakes
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
Can you make yourself smarter without spending money? Here are some low-cost and no-cost suggestions for improving your brainpower.
4 Do-It-Yourself Projects Anyone Can Do
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.
Struggling With Student Loans? Here’s What to Do
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?
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
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.
5 Credit Card Loopholes for Rental-Car Insurance – and One Great Option
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
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.
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