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Are Student Loans the Next Debt Crisis? 6 Ways to Stay Out of Trouble
B.T. Ballenger on February 28, 2012
Last year, student loans surpassed credit cards as the largest consumer debt. Now lawyers are suggesting they may lead to the next economic crisis.
9 Mistakes From the Personal Finance Anarchist Cookbook
Len Penzo on February 16, 2012
Follow these instructions, and you’ll blow up your finances in no time.
14 Frugal Uses for an Income Tax Refund
Donna Freedman on February 14, 2012
Getting a tax refund this year? Invest it in something, or several somethings, that will benefit you for the rest of the year. Or even for the rest of your life.
Tax Hacks 2012: 8 Easy-to-Miss Deductions
B.T. Ballenger on February 13, 2012
There are three ways to lower your taxes: Make less, cheat, or take all the tax breaks you’re eligible for. The first two aren’t good ideas, but we can help with the third. Check out this list of commonly overlooked deductions.
How to Make Money at a Farmers Market
Guest Blogger on February 13, 2012
Selling your goods can be a great way to make some extra income, and creating a farmers market side business is one of the best ways – if you know the tricks of the trade.
Despite TV’s Obsession With Pawnshops, They’re Still Last Resort
Stacy Johnson CPA on June 30, 2021
There are no less than 5 reality shows now glorifying the pawn business. But there’s nothing glorious about paying uber-high rates to borrow money.
9 Ways to Get Airline Status Faster
Jason Steele on January 19, 2012
It’s no fun suffering in lines and sitting in coach, especially when others are allowed to break all the rules. What makes them so special? They’ve got status.
Resolutions 2012: 4 Steps to Destroy Debt
B.T. Ballenger on January 19, 2012
2012 is when it all ends. No, not the world – your slavery to debt! If you’re ready to break free, we’re here to show you how.
Resolutions 2012 – Finding Help With Debt
B.T. Ballenger on January 13, 2012
Racked up some holiday debt you’ve sworn to tackle in the new year? A credit counseling agency can help, and the right one might not charge you.
How to Make Money Resolutions That Pay Off
Michael Koretzky on December 30, 2011
Happy New Year? When it comes to financial resolutions, surveys say we think we’re doomed to fail. But it’s not true.
Study Shows Why We Spend More with Plastic
Guest Blogger on December 23, 2011
Everyone knows you spend more using a credit card than cash. And everyone thinks they know why. Think again.
How Banks Are Taking a Cut of Charitable Giving – and 6 Ways to Avoid It
Jason Steele on December 22, 2011
Your credit card issuer profits off every transaction – even when you donate to a nonprofit. Here’s how to make sure more of your money is getting to the people who need it.
9 Ways to Cut Your Monthly Costs
Jason Steele on December 16, 2011
Between rising costs and an uncertain economy, we’re all looking for new ways to save money. But instead of looking for the one-time big score, try saving a little bit each month. It adds up.
Beware Paperless Event Tickets
B.T. Ballenger on December 12, 2011
It’s called paperless ticketing – you gain entrance to the concert or show by swiping the credit card you used to buy the tickets. The problem? Since only the card that bought the tickets can use them, that destroys your ability to sell your tickets, or buy them on the secondary market. What does Ticketmaster call this? Why, “convenient,” of course.
4 Ways to Avoid Fuel Surcharges When Using Frequent Flier Miles
Jason Steele on December 5, 2011
Frequent flier programs can change at the whim of the airlines – and rarely in your favor. Here’s how to shield yourself (and your miles) from their devious ways.
Want to Manage Your Money Without a Bank? Try Walmart
B.T. Ballenger on August 7, 2012
People who either don’t trust or can’t afford to rely on a bank have traditionally used pay-day lenders and check-cashing stores instead. Now some of them are using one of few companies with revenues that surpass even Bank of America: Walmart.
The 12 Scams of Christmas
Jason Steele on November 25, 2011
Scammers ramp up their activities each year around the holidays. Here are 12 popular scams you should be on the lookout for.
Black Friday: Ready, Set, Spend (or Save)!
Andrea Woroch on November 23, 2011
Black Friday is only hours away. Are you really ready to shop and save?
5 Reasons to Shop on Small Business Saturday
B.T. Ballenger on November 21, 2011
We haven’t quite reached “The 12 Days of Christmas,” but we’re getting closer. Black Friday, Cyber Monday, Free Shipping Day, and now Small Business Saturday. Is yet another designated shopping day worth it? Yes.
5 More Steps to a Lower Cell Phone Bill
Jason Steele on November 17, 2011
With sophisticated smartphones and expensive data plans, it’s more important than ever to rein in your family’s cell phone bills.
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