By host on
3/16/2012 8:01 AM
Justin Bieber can teach you a lot about smart financial moves that look stupid at first.
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By host on
3/5/2012 8:40 AM
Need help saving, paying down debt, or just keeping tabs on your money? Don’t go it alone: There’s free help at your fingertips.
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By host on
2/6/2012 10:23 AM
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?
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By host on
1/27/2012 10:31 AM
Owning a home offers a sense of freedom and independence. But that's all an illusion until you polish off the mortgage, so here are some ways to do it faster.
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By host on
1/19/2012 4:41 PM
Ever wonder what the differences between debt settlement and debt management are? This short video explains
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By host on
1/18/2012 3:14 PM
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.
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By host on
1/16/2012 1:51 PM
Still haven't made a New Year's resolution? Well, the Chinese New Year is Jan. 23 - good enough. But instead of the Year of the Dragon, make it the Year of Savings.
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By host on
12/19/2011 11:01 AM
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.
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By host on
11/25/2011 11:06 AM
Do you check your smartphone before grocery shopping? Are you tracking what you spend at the grocery store? If not, you're probably wasting money every week.
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By host on
11/21/2011 3:02 PM
If you're a senior facing financial issues, or care for one who is, here are some tips that will help.
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By host on
11/18/2011 2:43 PM
It's amazing what you can get when you just ask for it. But can it work even with greedy, heartless credit card companies? Sure – because they're not greedy and heartless.
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By host on
10/20/2011 10:30 AM
Are daily deal sites really all that great? Not if you don't think before you click.
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By host on
5/27/2011 7:15 AM
What makes a superstar celebrity go broke and a regular joe meet his bills? Guest blogger Len Penzo says: a lot.
Source: Money Talks ( http://s.tt/12vcf)
Editor’s Note: Several months ago we began seeking out the best money articles we could find. The goal? Create a personal finance “supersite” where the web’s finest writers can showcase what they consider their best work. The following post comes from our first such discovery, Len Penzo. Stay tuned for more!
This post comes from guest columnist Len Penzo at LenPenzo.com.
The other day a friend and I were discussing why some people manage to live their lives in complete control of their finances, while others are constantly trying to get out of debt fast – and usually in hock up to their eyeballs no matter how much money they make.
I’ve preached that...
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By host on
9/7/2010 12:00 AM
Life can be complicated. And as it turns out, death isn’t so simple, either – at least not when it comes to settling your debts.
When you die, your family doesn’t "inherit" your debt. What essentially happens is that the instant you shuffle off this mortal coil, a new entity is simultaneously born: your estate. "Estate" is just a fancy name for your assets (stuff you owned) – and your liabilities (stuff you owed).
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By host on
5/12/2010 12:00 AM
Paying down debt is similar to losing weight–we know it is good for us and we need to do it, but it is hard to find a program that we can stick to and accomplish our goal.
Both challenges may have the same solution–smaller portions more often. For credit card debt, this means making smaller payments throughout the month instead of one large payment at the end of the month. These are referred to as "micropayments".
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