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8 Cheap Ways to Prevent or Relieve Headaches
Karla Bowsher on March 28, 2013
Constantly popping acetaminophen or ibuprofen can add up, and migraine medications can be expensive. Before you resort to either, try these low-cost, pill-free tips for preventing and treating headaches.
Your Child Might Be an Identity Theft Victim
B.T. Ballenger on April 12, 2012
Even 5-year-olds can have their identities stolen. It can wreck their credit as adults and cost their parents now. Here’s how to prevent it.
The Cure for Expensive Vaccinations
Stacy Johnson CPA on April 12, 2012
Many colleges either require or encourage freshman students to get a meningitis vaccine, something that can cost $200 at a doctor’s office. But according to this reader, you can get it for $5.
4 Ways to Keep Your Pet Away From the Vet
Karla Bowsher on April 5, 2012
Don’t want to pay a big vet bill? Then don’t let your dog eat marijuana. Or your cat eat a bra strap. A few minutes now can save you a lot of money later.
How Much Should You Pay the Babysitter?
Len Penzo on April 5, 2012
Figuring out how to pay a babysitter is almost as confusing as having kids in the first place. So here are some guidelines that will help you set the right rate.
How a Pet Easter Bunny Can Cost You Thousands
Karla Bowsher on March 28, 2013
Thinking about giving the kids a pet rabbit as an Easter gift this year? It’ll cost you a lot more than the sticker price. Experts say pet rabbits live about 10 years and cost about $7,000 total.
7 Tips to Pay Less for Health Insurance
B.T. Ballenger on March 26, 2012
Health insurance policies – and their premiums – vary widely. But you have more control over your costs and coverage than you might think.
Can the Tooth Fairy Predict the Economy?
B.T. Ballenger on November 6, 2012
A dental insurer believes “the value of a lost tooth is closely related to the U.S. economy.” But the going rate for lost baby teeth dropped 42 cents in the past year. Maybe the tooth fairy expects another recession?
If Lady Gaga Were a Personal Finance Blogger…
Donna Freedman on March 7, 2012
Yes, you CAN learn something from Lady Gaga. And no, it’s not how to buy a wardrobe on the cheap.
Leap Year Trivia: 11 Things You Didn’t Know
Karla Bowsher on February 28, 2012
Women proposing to men. An extra paycheck at the end of the year. What’s going on? Tomorrow is Leap Day. Read on for more weirdness.
7 Jobs Where You Can Find Love – and What They Pay
B.T. Ballenger on February 10, 2012
One website points out some jobs naturally lend themselves to dating – jobs that are social and involve a captive audience. But what do they make?
8 Sexy Tips for Valentine’s Day Savings
B.T. Ballenger on February 1, 2012
There’s nothing sexier than a mate with money. And you’ll have more of it by using these simple tips to get maximum romance with minimum cash.
Ask Stacy: How Can I Get Ahead on $26,000 a Year?
Stacy Johnson CPA on January 31, 2018
This reader appreciates tips on spending less, but what he really wants to know is, “How can I make more?” Here’s what I think…what about you?
Living on the Financial Edge? 7 Tips to Help You Keep It Together
Guest Blogger on January 25, 2012
About to lose your job with no emergency fund in sight? Time to put your life in “safe mode.”
How Misplaced Priorities Lead to Lame Excuses
Len Penzo on January 12, 2012
We can complain and make excuses, but our spending habits reveal our priorities in life. When we’re in a tight spot, it’s usually because we’ve misplaced our priorities.
How to Unload Unwanted Gift Cards
Donna Freedman on January 10, 2012
Gift cards can make great gifts, but they’re also the best bad gift you can get someone – because they’re easy to convert into cold, hard cash.
How Being Absent-Minded Resulted in a $2,750 Year-End Windfall
Len Penzo on January 5, 2012
Can you really pay for your vacations by taking care of your health? I do!
4 Steps to Take as Soon as You Say ‘I Don’t’
Angela Colley on January 4, 2012
Breaking up is hard to do – but you can at least make the money part easier. Remember these financial steps during your divorce, and a tough time will go much smoother.
Gee, Thanks: 4 Presumptuous Gifts That Can Strain a Budget
Len Penzo on December 29, 2011
Should you look a gift horse in the mouth? Yes, when it’s these awful gifts that’ll actually cost you money.
Getting in Shape Without the Gym
Guest Blogger on December 28, 2011
It’s that time of year again – when you want to slim down, but often end up trimming your wallet more than your waistline. Forget the gym – watch this fitness expert as she gives you the how-to on getting in shape at home or anywhere.
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