Secrets to Success: The Power of Positivity

We’ve all done it – set a goal, then failed to reach it. If it’s important, why don’t we follow through? One reason might be our attitude. In this post, I ask you to ponder the power of positivity.

The Big Secret to Finding Little-Known College Scholarships

Most high-school seniors and college students know how to search the big scholarship databases. But there’s another level of scholarships you can easily win – because very few know about them.

Bank of America to Add $5 Monthly Debit Card Fee

New banking regulations mean big changes for debit card users – starting today.

Can’t Afford Health Insurance? Here’s What to Do

If you’re one of the 50 million Americans without health insurance, you may think your only healthcare option is the emergency room. Not true. If you’re going without insurance, or know someone who is, this post is just what the doctor ordered.

4 Ways Generation Y Can Overcome the Recession

Generation Y is freaking out over finances, according to new research. That’s a good thing: Their concern might motivate them to start planning.

Reduced Interchange Fee Goes Into Effect Tomorrow

This Saturday, merchants will be paying less for processing debit cards. Will consumers get the price break promised by retailers?

Beware the Four Horsemen of Personal Finance

It’s time for another sermon, but this one isn’t fire and brimstone – it’s cash and carry.

The Top 10 Companies to Work For – According to People Who Probably Want to Quit

A lot of people are out of work, but some of the people with jobs have a lot of complaints. Take a look at what one website says are the most satisfying companies to work for, and compare it to what the employees say.

Freecycle: Is Free Stuff Worth the Fuss?

Freecycling can be a great way to cash in on all kinds of free stuff, but even freebies have their downsides. Here are the pros and cons of freecycling plus everything you need to know to get started.

An Italian Vacation That’s Different and Cheaper

Sure, you can see the Roman ruins in Italy, but that can ruin your budget. So what about a trip to the northern half of the country? Fighting fewer crowds means spending less cash.

Are You Training Yourself to Fail?

Want to be more productive? Here’s how to make it habit-forming.

Jobs for the Holidays – and 7 Tips to Get Hired

Experts are predicting more temp jobs this holiday season than in years past. Here’s how to land one of them.

Are You Paying Too Much for Vitamins?

When it comes to multivitamins, there’s almost no relationship between quality and price. If you’re spending more than a few dollars a month, you’re paying too much.

How Websites Work

I received an email from a reader irritated that we do things like have contests and such to get people to “like us” on Facebook or follow us on Twitter. Here’s a brief explanation of why we do these seemingly random – and apparently irritating – things.

How to Score Deals by Dumpster Wading – But Not Dumpster Diving

Dumpster diving is a dirty pursuit, but what if there were a clean and sanitary way to find valuables that others toss out?

Your Co-Worker Could Be an Identity Thief – 4 Tips for Protecting Yourself

How secure do you think your personal info is? Many people worry about the safety of their details, and for good reason: It’s the top complaint received by the FTC every year. Make sure you’re taking steps to guard it.

6 Ways to Save Money on Overseas Cell Phone Calls

Traveling out of the country is expensive enough without paying outrageous roaming fees. Here are a few hacks for cheap roaming while traveling.

Ask Stacy: Could the Greek Debt Crisis Hurt Us?

If you’re not concerned about the Greek debt crisis, you should be. The Acropolis isn’t the only thing crumbling in Greece, and if things unravel in Europe, we’re going to feel it here.

Secrets to Success: Overcoming Temporal Myopia

Ever set a goal, then fail to follow through? You’re not alone. If you find it hard to stay focused on the future, you have temporal myopia. Not to worry – here’s the fix.

10 Ways Americans Waste Money

Saving money isn’t as hard as it seems. Step 1? Stop needlessly blowing it. Take a look at the following checklist and see if you’re guilty of wasting cash.

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