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April 2021  (1)
Detailed Monthly Archive

  • 04: Money Market Account VS Savings Account – What’s the Difference? (7)

March 2021  (2)
Detailed Monthly Archive

  • 30: Five Ways Fantasy Baseball is Like Personal Finance (23)
  • 29: Tools to Help Organize Your Taxes (5)

December 2020  (2)
Detailed Monthly Archive

  • 31: Don’t Let Your Goals Fizzle Out! – 5 Reasons Goals Fail, and What You Can Do To Make Yours Succeed (6)
  • 28: What Do You Think of New Year’s Resolutions? (23)

July 2020  (2)
Detailed Monthly Archive

  • 09: How to Spend Your Income Tax Refund – 25 Ideas (34)
  • 06: Where’s My Tax Refund? How to Check the Status of Your Tax Refund (19)

December 2018  (5)
Detailed Monthly Archive

  • 31: Your Guide to Setting SMART Goals For Your Finances and Life (58)
  • 23: What Are Your Kids Gift Expectations? (34)
  • 19: Thank the Troops This Holiday Season By Giving Back to Them (4)
  • 16: Your Guide – Tips for Holiday Tipping (and My Story Working for Tips) (26)
  • 11: 6 Personal Finance Books to Give for the Holidays (or Read Yourself) (13)

November 2018  (2)
Detailed Monthly Archive

  • 19: Think Long Term When Shopping Black Friday and Cyber Monday (37)
  • 12: 10 Essential Tips For Shopping Black Friday And Cyber Monday That Will Save You Money (55)

January 2018  (1)
Detailed Monthly Archive

  • 03: How to Improve Your Credit Score Fast (9)

February 2017  (2)
Detailed Monthly Archive

  • 27: What is a Refund Anticipation Loan (RAL) and is it Worth It? (79)
  • 24: Paying Taxes with a Credit Card: Pros and Cons (15)

August 2016  (1)
Detailed Monthly Archive

  • 22: 10 Tricks to Get Textbooks For Less Money (Because Tuition is Expensive Enough!) (45)

December 2015  (1)
Detailed Monthly Archive

  • 28: Groupon American Apparel National Deal – Double Your Money, December 2015 (3)

October 2015  (2)
Detailed Monthly Archive

  • 19: 7 Ways Your Finances are Scarier Than Zombies (28)
  • 12: Read These 12 Tips and Save on Halloween Costumes for Your Kids (29)

August 2015  (1)
Detailed Monthly Archive

  • 26: Don’t Ruin Your Finances! Watch Out for These 6 Behavioral Finance Mistakes (17)

May 2015  (2)
Detailed Monthly Archive

  • 13: Why You Absolutely Must Pay Attention to Investing Fees (3)
  • 05: This is Why Your House Isn’t Selling – Here’s How to Finally Get Your House Sold (63)

April 2015  (5)
Detailed Monthly Archive

  • 23: Don’t Go Broke Celebrating Mother’s Day – 7 Frugal Ideas (26)
  • 15: Free Tax Day Snacks, Giveaways and Deals 2015 (0)
  • 14: File Later Or Fix A Mistake? – Extension of Time to File Taxes vs. Amended Tax Return (10)
  • 08: How to Fix an Error on Your Credit Report in 4 Easy Steps (0)
  • 03: Taxes on Investments: Are You Paying Too Much? (2)

March 2015  (5)
Detailed Monthly Archive

  • 25: What is the Alternative Minimum Tax (AMT) and How Does It Impact Your Taxes? (2)
  • 09: Which is More Valuable: Tax Deduction or Tax Credit? (12)
  • 06: Don’t Let Them Get Your Money! Where to Hide Money from Lawsuits, Creditors, and the IRS (30)
  • 05: Blogger Tax Deductions You Can’t Afford to Miss! (57)
  • 02: TurboTax Online Review – What’s New for 2014 Return? (2)

February 2015  (7)
Detailed Monthly Archive

  • 27: Marginal Tax Rate VS Effective Tax Rate – Why You Need to Know the Difference (9)
  • 24: 6 Alternative Investments Besides Stocks and Bonds to Help You Achieve Financial Freedom (5)
  • 23: Tax Time: Are You Reporting Your Income? Different Tax Forms to Look For (1)
  • 17: H&R Block At Home™ Online Tax Prep Software – Review (11)
  • 13: Shoeboxed Review – Organize Your Receipts for Tax Time and More (20)
  • 09: Where Can I Get IRS Tax Forms (or Where Can I File Free)? (13)
  • 02: Free Museum Days From Bank Of America with Museums on Us (23)

January 2015  (5)
Detailed Monthly Archive

  • 28: What is VITA – Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program (You Might Get Free Tax Preparation) (9)
  • 26: How to Save Money on Valentine’s Day and Still Have Fun – 23 Ways (1)
  • 23: Five Ways to Use Credit Cards Without Getting Buried in Debt (12)
  • 20: 5 Reasons Getting a Large Tax Refund is Bad (66)
  • 12: How to Put Away Savings (Just Like the Government Does With Your Money) (5)

December 2014  (5)
Detailed Monthly Archive

  • 18: Give a Smile to the Kids on Your List – Top Holiday Gifts Under $75 for Kids – 2014 (7)
  • 12: How to Rein in Your Holiday Spending – 7 Ways (0)
  • 10: OptionsHouse – It’s Not Just About Options (4)
  • 08: What About a Gift-Less Christmas? (21)
  • 03: Know Your Spending Triggers To Change Your Financial Behavior (14)

November 2014  (7)
Detailed Monthly Archive

  • 28: TradeKing Black Friday Cyber Monday Promotion (0)
  • 28: Personal Capital Black Friday/Cyber Monday $50,000 Amazon Gift Card Bonus (0)
  • 28: Capital One 360 Black Friday Action – Kick Your Savings and Checking Into Gear (0)
  • 27: Being Thankful Works Wonders for You, Including Your Money (1)
  • 21: I’m Sick Of Hearing It’s For The Kids – Stop Spoiling Them (84)
  • 13: 11 Ways to Prepare Your Home for Winter, Conserve Energy, and Save Money (5)
  • 10: A Giveaway From Nvestly You Need to Enter (0)

October 2014  (5)
Detailed Monthly Archive

  • 24: Save Money – Ask About Bundling Insurance Policies (9)
  • 20: FutureAdvisor Review – Investment Management and Advice With Low Fees (Even Free) (10)
  • 15: How to Budget for Christmas Shopping – Your Guide to Survive the Holiday Season (4)
  • 09: Barclaycard Arrival Plus World Elite Mastercard – Review: 40k Bonus Miles, 2x Rewards, and More (3)
  • 01: tradeMONSTER Review – Low Commissions With Professional Quality Tools (1)

September 2014  (7)
Detailed Monthly Archive

  • 29: Why a Tight Budget Will Make You Better With your Money – 6 Benefits (0)
  • 24: Should You Buy a Bigger House? Take These Into Consideration First! (16)
  • 15: How to Start an Emergency Fund – It’s Not That Hard! (18)
  • 12: Is Your Money Mindset Killing Your Finances? (4)
  • 09: Why Do I Need Life Insurance and How Much Should I Buy? (6)
  • 05: What Should You Do With a Cash Windfall? (23)
  • 02: Setting Up Your New Freshman: How to Decorate Your Dorm Room for Less (3)

August 2014  (6)
Detailed Monthly Archive

  • 27: ShareBuilder Review – Easy to Use and Low Commissions, Great For the New Investor (8)
  • 20: How Will Your Student Loans Affect Your Credit Score? (6)
  • 18: How to Teach Your Children to Be Financially Responsible (4)
  • 15: Extreme Couponing: Do You Really Save or is it a Waste of Time? (82)
  • 12: Your Guide to College Student Credit Cards and the Best Cards Out There (10)
  • 04: Moving Abroad to Maximize Self-Employed Profits (2)

July 2014  (8)
Detailed Monthly Archive

  • 25: When Does It Make Sense to Automate My Finances and How Do I Get Started? (18)
  • 23: 7 Reasons We Have Trouble Sticking to Our Budget (15)
  • 16: Moving to One Income So A Spouse Can Take Care of the Kids – Your Guide (11)
  • 14: The Best Online Discount Brokerages for Cheap Trades – Investing Doesn’t Need to Be Expensive (9)
  • 09: Use Google Calendar To Pay Your Bills On Time (82)
  • 07: Do This: Save Money With a DIY Self-Reliance Mindset (0)
  • 04: Discover it® Chrome Review – A Good On-The-Road Travel Card, and Still Good to the Consumer (0)
  • 02: Your 4 Step Guide on How to Stop Living Paycheck to Paycheck (18)

June 2014  (8)
Detailed Monthly Archive

  • 30: Capital One 360 Financial Independence Days Sale 2014 (0)
  • 23: Should I Buy Travel Insurance for My Next Trip – Pros and Cons to Consider (10)
  • 19: Tips to Save Big When Traveling on a Tight Budget (2)
  • 16: The Difference Between a Hard Credit Pull and a Soft Credit Pull (7)
  • 12: Is Dual Enrollment In High School A Key to Lowering College Costs? (5)
  • 09: Frugal And Free Things To Do And See In New York City (29)
  • 06: These Big Financial Wins Will Put a Lot of Money in Your Pocket! (0)
  • 04: 5 Free or Inexpensive Summer Activities to Keep the Kids from Being Bored (4)

May 2014  (5)
Detailed Monthly Archive

  • 29: 9 Things to Do When You Retire (48)
  • 27: Loyal3 Review – Is Fee Free Investing for Real? Maybe (6)
  • 22: The Best Four Companies and States for Family Leave (1)
  • 20: How We Saved Money On Our Disney World Vacation (and Had a Great Time As Well) (6)
  • 06: Lifestyle Inflation: The Silent Killer of Your Finances? (7)

April 2014  (5)
Detailed Monthly Archive

  • 28: What Do Your Property Taxes Pay For?  (35)
  • 25: The Discover it Card Review – An All-Around Card That’s Fair to the Consumer (6)
  • 17: Four Simple Ways to Cut Household Expenses (16)
  • 10: To Itemize or Take the Standard Deduction, That is the Question (5)
  • 02: Betterment.com: Investing in Stocks and Bonds Made Simple – Review (20)

March 2014  (5)
Detailed Monthly Archive

  • 25: Don’t Forget Your 401(k) When You Leave Your Job! Here’s What You Can Do With It (82)
  • 19: The Good Guy Discount: Do You Regularly Haggle and Ask for Discounts? You Should! (18)
  • 17: Grow Your Dough Throwdown Update – February End – It’s Growing! (3)
  • 05: How I Made the Switch from Traditional Employment to Freelancing and How You Can, Too (15)
  • 01: TurboTax Online Review 2013 Return (0)

February 2014  (2)
Detailed Monthly Archive

  • 20: Don’t Be Late! Federal Income Tax Due Dates to File Taxes for 2014 (17)
  • 04: Frugal Vs. Cheap: Which Are You? (13)

January 2014  (2)
Detailed Monthly Archive

  • 23: Quicken 2014 Deluxe for Windows Giveaway (16)
  • 13: The Grow Your Dough Throwdown – Investing is Easy (4)

December 2013  (4)
Detailed Monthly Archive

  • 26: Review of Quicken 2014 for Windows – Get Your Finances In Order and On Track (3)
  • 23: A Trip to Target May Have Left You With Credit Card Fraud – What You Need to Know About The Target Credit Card Breach (9)
  • 07: Chase Ultimate Rewards Holiday Promotion 2013 – Gifts Cards, Bonus Points, and Savings (3)
  • 04: Get the Job You Want! – How to Choose the Right References for Your Job Search (3)

November 2013  (3)
Detailed Monthly Archive

  • 29: Capital One 360 and ShareBuilder Black Friday Action – Kick Your Savings, Checking, and Investing Into Gear (8)
  • 19: You Have Power In Your Wallet – Vote With Your Dollars: Change Businesses Based on Your Purchases (6)
  • 04: Where to Educate Yourself for Free Online – You Don’t Need to Spend to Learn (15)

October 2013  (5)
Detailed Monthly Archive

  • 28: My Adventures At FinCon ’13 – Upping Your Game Through Professional Development (24)
  • 20: Government Shutdown Ends While Healthcare.gov Woes Continue and More (9)
  • 11: 5 Financial Considerations Before You Quit Your Job to Be Your Own Boss (9)
  • 06: Government Shutdown, Debt Ceiling Crisis, and Links (0)
  • 03: Not Every Baby Is Born Into Royalty But Yours Can Still Prosper (2)

September 2013  (8)
Detailed Monthly Archive

  • 26: All About Free Online Checking Accounts – Why Pay More Fees Than You Have To (48)
  • 25: Would You Continue to See Your Doctor If He Stopped Taking Insurance? (15)
  • 23: iPhone 5S Sells Out While Blackberry Posts a $1 Billion Loss and Links (4)
  • 13: 4 Obamacare Essentials You NEED to Know (10)
  • 09: My Employer Offers Life Insurance, Is That Enough For Me? (11)
  • 08: Apple Hype Machine Preps for September 10th Launch of iPhone 5S and Links (4)
  • 06: What is Renter’s Insurance and Why You Need It (32)
  • 02: Do You Need More Time Off? – Vacation Time in the U.S. Vs. Other Countries (17)

August 2013  (11)
Detailed Monthly Archive

  • 30: Do You Know What All Your Investments Are? – Personal Capital Review (6)
  • 26: 7 Ways Your Large Family Can Keep Frugal and Not Go Broke (8)
  • 24: Steve Ballmer to Retire from Microsoft and Links (2)
  • 23: Your Guide to Balance Transfer Credit Cards and The Best 0% Offers (14)
  • 21: If Your Teen Has a Job, It’s Not Too Early to Think About Retirement (3)
  • 19: How an Emergency Fund Will Save Your A$$ (14)
  • 15: PerkStreet Financial Online Checking is Shutting Down (What Happens to My Money?) (4)
  • 11: The US Government is Spying on You and Links (3)
  • 09: Have You Thought about Renegotiating Your Life Insurance Premiums? (5)
  • 06: Review: Starwood Preferred Guest® Credit Card from American Express (4)
  • 01: Diplomatically Say No to Friends and Family That Want to Borrow Money – 6 Tips (45)

July 2013  (15)
Detailed Monthly Archive

  • 29: Do You Really Need the Best of the Best for Your Home? (10)
  • 28: Detroit Files for Bankruptcy and Links (4)
  • 26: TurboCharge Your Costco Savings! TrueEarnings Card from Costco and American Express Review (5)
  • 25: Oh Crap, We Forgot to Save for College! How to Save Money for College When Your Kids Are Older (1)
  • 22: The Minefield of Checking Account Fees – Here’s How to Minimize the Damage (4)
  • 19: Make Your Travel Easier and Less Expensive – Credit Cards With Travel Rewards 2014 (7)
  • 18: Can I Get a Credit Card If I’m Unemployed? Should I? (6)
  • 17: What is Long Term Care Insurance, and Should I Buy It? (2)
  • 15: Is American Poverty As Bad As We Think It Is? (8)
  • 14: Stocks Reach New Highs and Links (2)
  • 11: What’s This Federal Reserve and Why Is It In the News All the Time? (0)
  • 10: Buying Municipal Bonds: Do You Understand the Risk? (3)
  • 09: Capital One Quicksilver Cash Rewards Card Review – Unlimited Cash Back and More (12)
  • 03: Fourth (4th) of July Deals, Freebies, and Discounts 2013 (0)
  • 02: DOMA Goes Down: What Does it Mean for Same-Sex Finances? (7)

June 2013  (10)
Detailed Monthly Archive

  • 26: College Savings or Retirement Savings – Which Should I Save For First? (10)
  • 24: Walmart Life Insurance Policies – Should You Buy Yours There? (1)
  • 23: Stocks Drop 2% This Week and Links (0)
  • 21: Fixed Or Adjustable Rate Mortgage – Does An ARM Ever Make Sense? (10)
  • 20: How to Use a Prepaid Debit Card to Your Best Advantage (4)
  • 19: Children and Allowance – When to Start and How Much (9)
  • 16: Happy Father’s Day 2013 and Links (5)
  • 07: The Best Airline Miles Credit Cards 2014 (23)
  • 05: How to Save on Running Shoes, Gear, and Events (9)
  • 03: How Can I Pay Off My Student Loan Faster? 3 Programs to Help (6)

May 2013  (11)
Detailed Monthly Archive

  • 31: Balance Transfer Credit Cards – When Does It Make Sense to Use Them? (4)
  • 30: First Comes a House, Then Marriage? (9)
  • 26: Celebrating Memorial Day 2013 and Links (1)
  • 24: Blue Cash Preferred ® Card from American Express Review – More Cash Back and Free Amazon Prime (2)
  • 23: What Is A Secured Credit Card? (14)
  • 20: Second Marriage? Have a Financial Date Before You Tie the Knot (11)
  • 14: Credit Score – What Does It Mean? (6)
  • 13: Is it Better to Rent Or Buy Stuff? – Renting Items To Save Money (13)
  • 12: Happy Mother’s Day 2013 and Links (3)
  • 08: How to Spend Less on Some of Your ‘Needs’ (27)
  • 06: Multi-Generational Living – Is a Next Generation Home for You? (8)

April 2013  (17)
Detailed Monthly Archive

  • 29: Do I Need Life Insurance In Retirement? (6)
  • 28: Gold Price Shakeup and Links (2)
  • 26: Should You Ever Cosign a Loan? Probably Not (15)
  • 24: Blue Cash Everyday ® Card from American Express – Review, Now With Amazon Prime and a $50 Bonus (4)
  • 23: The Dark Side of Health Care – Paying Extra Because of Our Health (8)
  • 22: What Should You Do If You Are Audited? (9)
  • 19: Credit Report Versus Credit Score – You Better Know the Difference (2)
  • 18: The New Job Market: Temporary Jobs and Freelancers (11)
  • 16: Citi ThankYou Preferred Card – $200 in Gift Cards | Review (3)
  • 14: Bitcoin Bonanza and Links (4)
  • 12: When is Bankruptcy a Good Option? (11)
  • 11: Can We Break This Spending Cycle? Do We Want To? (4)
  • 10: How to Use the Internet to Find Your Next Job (12)
  • 09: What is the Earned Income Tax Credit? (3)
  • 04: The 4 Most Common Tax Return Scams and How to Protect Yourself (4)
  • 03: How to Invest in Real Estate Without Speculating (12)
  • 02: The Best Prepaid Debit Cards 2014 (3)

March 2013  (15)
Detailed Monthly Archive

  • 29: Is Telecommuting Bad for a Company: A Look at Yahoo!’s Decision to Ban It (0)
  • 28: Unsexy Personal Finance: 6 Things You Need to Take Care Of (10)
  • 27: 3 Debt Lessons from Game of Thrones (2)
  • 21: Is an Associate’s Degree the Best Path to a Lucrative Career? (8)
  • 20: What You Must Consider Before Opening a Brokerage Account  (10)
  • 19: Ten Things The Walking Dead Can Teach You About Life and Money (6)
  • 18: New Options for Taking the Home Office Tax Deduction (3)
  • 17: Selection Sunday and Links (2)
  • 15: TurboTax Online Federal Giveaway (6)
  • 14: What Are Required Minimum Distributions (RMDs) and How Do They Affect Your Retirement? (4)
  • 11: What is Adjusted Gross Income (AGI) and How Does it Affect Your Taxes (11)
  • 06: What Are Dividend Aristocrats and What You Need to Know About Them (5)
  • 05: 7 Ways to Find More Time and Increase Your Productivity (9)
  • 04: How Compound Interest Can Work Against You (4)
  • 03: Michigan Takes Over Detroit and Links (6)

February 2013  (17)
Detailed Monthly Archive

  • 28: Bad Credit? Rebuild it With These Secured Credit Card Offers (11)
  • 27: Why You Should Avoid Penny Stocks (10)
  • 26: Tax Time: What to Bring to Your Accountant (2)
  • 25: Real Life Bartering with Mavis of One Hundred Dollars a Month (2)
  • 21: Watch Out for Senior Fraud and Scams (1)
  • 20: ReadyForZero | Review – Pay Off and Manage Your Debt (0)
  • 19: Is the YOLO (You Only Live Once) Mentality Dangerous for Your Finances? (10)
  • 17: President’s Day Money Quotes (8)
  • 17: Exploding Meteors, Electric Car Problems, Ruined Cruises and Links (9)
  • 14: Why You Won’t Get Rich Quick (2)
  • 13: Signs You Have a Bad 401(k) Plan and What to Do About It (2)
  • 12: The Perils of Private Student Loans (3)
  • 11: Investment Strategies During a Bear Market (2)
  • 08: Blue Sky from American Express® – A Great Way to Make Your Travel Spending Go Further | Review (0)
  • 07: How to Blog and Make Money – 5 Ways to Use Your Blog to Make Money (14)
  • 05: Why Do Women Make Less Money Than Men? Are We Training Them to Earn Less? (8)
  • 03: Dow Crosses 14,000 and Links (4)

January 2013  (20)
Detailed Monthly Archive

  • 31: 4 Money Attitudes that Will Lead to Financial Failure (16)
  • 30: How to Get Cheap Life Insurance (3)
  • 29: Citi Simplicity® Card Review – No Late Fees or Penalty Rate Hikes (1)
  • 28: Should You Break Up With Your Credit Card? When to Move On (6)
  • 27: Stamp Prices Increase and Links (8)
  • 23: What is the Difference Between a Will and a Trust? (2)
  • 22: 5 Strategies for Keeping the Peace When Parents Move Back in with Their Adult Children (7)
  • 18: What is COBRA Continuation Health Insurance Coverage – How Does It Work? (0)
  • 16: 8 Places to Research Your Potential House Before You Buy a Home (7)
  • 15: Alternatives to Attending PayScale’s Top Universities and Still Earning a Commanding Salary (3)
  • 13: Flu Season in Full Swing and Links (3)
  • 11: 5 Tips for Increasing Your Investment Returns (5)
  • 10: What is the European Debt Crisis and How Can It Affect You? (2)
  • 09: The Best 0% Purchase Credit Cards of 2014 (3)
  • 08: Should Students Get Paid for Good Grades? (14)
  • 07: What are the Different Stock Market Exchanges? (2)
  • 06: Last Minute Fiscal Cliff Deal Kicks Can Down Road and Links (6)
  • 04: The Taxpayer Relief Act of 2013 – The Fiscal Cliff Averted (2)
  • 03: How to Take Charge of Your Financial Destiny (4)
  • 02: The Debt Movement – Pay Down Your Debt, An Interview With Jeff Rose (3)

December 2012  (12)
Detailed Monthly Archive

  • 28: Best Careers for the Future (7)
  • 27: Chase Ink Cash® Business Card – Review (0)
  • 21: PerkStreet – Free Online Checking, Cash Back Rewards and More – Review (13)
  • 20: When are Credit Card Annual Fees Worth Paying? (2)
  • 19: The Roth vs. Traditional IRA – Which is Best for You? (6)
  • 18: Less Is More: Make 2013 The Year You Buy Things Differently (0)
  • 17: Protecting Your Kids from Child Identity Theft (0)
  • 12: How to File for Unemployment Benefits (2)
  • 11: 3 Ways to Have a Less Commercialized Holiday Season (3)
  • 08: British Airways Visa Signature Card Review – 50,000 Bonus Avios (6)
  • 07: The Fiscal Cliff Doesn’t Just Affect the Rich (2)
  • 05: Spending Less is NOT the Same as Saving Money (6)

November 2012  (11)
Detailed Monthly Archive

  • 30: 7 Ways to Be Frugal Right Now (8)
  • 29: New Taxes Coming for a New Year (9)
  • 26: United MileagePlus Explorer Card Review (3)
  • 20: How to Get FEMA Assistance (2)
  • 19: Southwest Airlines® Rapid Rewards® Premier Credit Card | Review – Earn 50,000 Bonus Points (5)
  • 16: What is Glass-Steagall and Why Do WE See it in the News? (3)
  • 12: 4 Steps to Make Sure You Are Financially Protected from the Next Natural Disaster (9)
  • 10: The Best Small Business Credit Cards (12)
  • 09: Will a Late Credit Card Payment Affect My Credit Score? (2)
  • 07: Are You Ready to Fall Off the Fiscal Cliff? What You Need to Know if the Bush Tax Cuts Expire (17)
  • 05: What are Real Estate Closing Costs Made Up Of  (17)

October 2012  (15)
Detailed Monthly Archive

  • 30: How the IRS Decides Whether You Have a Business or a Hobby (4)
  • 26: Would You Sell Yourself to Pay for College (or Anything Else)? (4)
  • 25: Using a Roth IRA as an Emergency Fund – Pros and Cons (10)
  • 23: Is the Curtain Finally Coming Down on the Payroll Tax Cut? (4)
  • 22: Is a Part-Time Job in High School Really the Best Use of Your Teen’s Time? (17)
  • 19: What Are REITs? – Earn Dividends While Investing in Real Estate (6)
  • 18: What is Social Security Tax? (4)
  • 17: How to Control Your Emotions When Shopping (13)
  • 16: Six Essential Health Care Open Enrollment Tips  (9)
  • 11: Paying for a Good Education in the Beginning or the End? (14)
  • 10: Should I Use the Home Office Tax Deduction for My Home Business? (7)
  • 09: 5 Tips for Helping You Stick with Your Investment Strategy (4)
  • 08: What is QE3 (Quantitative Easing) and How Does it Affect You? (3)
  • 05: How to Become a Millionaire (7)
  • 02: SimplyCash® Business Card From American Express Earns Your Business Real Cash – Right Away (3)

September 2012  (18)
Detailed Monthly Archive

  • 27: The Many Ways the Internet Saves (and Makes) You Money (15)
  • 26: How to Consolidate Your Debt and Pros and Cons (6)
  • 25: What Can You Expect From a Premier Credit Card? (1)
  • 24: Roth IRA 5 Year Rule on Withdrawals (3)
  • 21: 5 Tips to Help You Deal with Economic Uncertainty (7)
  • 20: Gold Delta SkyMiles Credit Card from American Express Review – 30K Bonus Miles and a Statement Credit (2)
  • 19: Swagbucks Review: Join to Receive Free Gift Cards and Other Prizes (17)
  • 17: Payoff Mortgage Faster – How Do I Do It? – Four Ways (65)
  • 15: Discover® More Credit Card Review – 14 Months of 0% APR on Balance Transfers and Purchases (7)
  • 13: 7 Reasons Why You Shouldn’t Refinance Your Mortgage  (11)
  • 12: Medical Loss Ratio – What is it and Why Might I Get a Refund Check? (0)
  • 11: What is an IPO and Should I Care? (4)
  • 10: Did You Know Your Debt Can Hurt Your Health? (5)
  • 07: Are Online College Classes Right for You? (6)
  • 06: What is the Most Efficient Way to Use Dollar Cost Averaging? (8)
  • 05: Motif Investing Review (2)
  • 04: Renters Insurance Quotes – What You Need to Look For (3)
  • 03: What Are We Laboring For Anyway? (12)

August 2012  (16)
Detailed Monthly Archive

  • 30: Have You Thought About the Costs of Being Self-Employed? (13)
  • 29: How to Create a Low-Cost Will (2)
  • 28: What is the Student Loan Forgiveness Act and Is It a Good Idea? (8)
  • 27: Why Maxing Out Your Credit Cards is Bad  (7)
  • 22: Term Life Insurance Versus Whole Life Insurance (25)
  • 21: Five Habits That Keep You From Achieving Your Goals (8)
  • 17: What is a MLM Business and What You Need to Know About Them (9)
  • 16: The Different Stock Market Sectors – Are You Taking Advantage? (7)
  • 14: Review: Outright Online Accounting Software (3)
  • 13: How to Negotiate to Lower Your Credit Card Interest Rates (4)
  • 09: Getting Health Insurance for a Small Business Owner  (7)
  • 08: USAA Free Checking Review – No Fees and Lots of Convenience (4)
  • 07: Drought: Are You Ready for Higher Prices?- Tips to Fight Food Price Inflation (3)
  • 06: Making the Most of Your Wedding Registry (9)
  • 02: What is FDIC and How it Makes Our Lives Better  (5)
  • 01: 5 Keys to a Frugal Retirement (9)

July 2012  (17)
Detailed Monthly Archive

  • 30: Will Divorce Make You Happier? The Emotional and Financial Implications of Divorce (6)
  • 27: The Best Credit Card Offers (11)
  • 26: The Pros and Cons to Refinancing Your Mortgage  (18)
  • 25: Steps to Take if You Lose Your Job and You’re Now Unemployed (8)
  • 24: Grow Your Own Garden This Summer to Save at the Grocery Store (8)
  • 23: Best Gear to Rock a Mobile Office (6)
  • 19: What is LIBOR and the Scandal that Rocked It? (10)
  • 18: Why You Need a Small Business Credit Card (5)
  • 16: The History of College Student Loans (8)
  • 13: ShareBuilder $50 New Account Bonus Code (0)
  • 12: The Myth of Get Rich Quick  (35)
  • 11: 6 Steps to Take in a Financial Emergency (6)
  • 10: How Much Is Your Total Compensation? (13)
  • 09: Have a Student Going Off to College? Teach Your Child about Student Loan Debt (6)
  • 06: EverBank Online Yield Pledge Checking and Money Market Review (2)
  • 05: A Victory for College Students – Student Loan Rates Remain Low for Now (7)
  • 02: How will Obamacare Affect Small Business? (21)

June 2012  (18)
Detailed Monthly Archive

  • 30: ING Direct Financial Independence Days Sale – 2012 (1)
  • 28: Financial Freedom Starts with a Low House Payment (16)
  • 27: Don’t Let These 4 Things Hold You Back from a Successful Retirement (6)
  • 26: The Argument For Healthy, Simple Eating (20)
  • 25: Benefits of an Online Checking Account (7)
  • 22: Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Makes Consumer Complaints Publicly Available (2)
  • 21: Just Because You Can Spend More, Doesn’t Mean You Should (6)
  • 20: What is the Buffett Rule Tax Plan and Why Are We Hearing So Much About It? (4)
  • 19: Should You Discuss Money In Front of Your Kids? (20)
  • 18: Roth IRA Contribution and Income Limits for 2012 (1)
  • 14: What Do Bank Routing Numbers Mean? (5)
  • 13: What Insurance Policies Does Your Family Need? (4)
  • 12: Should Every Student Pursue a Four Year College Education? (13)
  • 11: Are Credit Monitoring Services Worth It? (10)
  • 08: 2012 Federal Income Tax Brackets and Marginal Tax Rates (2)
  • 06: Victim of Identity Theft? Here Are Your Next Steps to Protect Yourself (9)
  • 05: Ally Bank Online Checking Account Review (3)
  • 04: Understand Wedding Customs Before You Spend Your Money On Them (8)

May 2012  (16)
Detailed Monthly Archive

  • 31: What is Passive Investing? (10)
  • 29: Think of Marriage as a Business Arrangement? (5)
  • 24: Good High Yield Dividend Stocks Are Better Alternatives to Bonds Today (3)
  • 23: Which Airlines Have Seats Open for Your Rewards? (2)
  • 22: Reflections on a Frugal Japanese Life (13)
  • 21: Tradeking and Zecco to Merge – More Capabilities, Same Great Pricing (1)
  • 17: Is Social Security Really a Retirement Plan?  (21)
  • 16: How to Avoid Investment Scams (10)
  • 15: Should You Charge Your Boomerang Kids Rent? (22)
  • 14: Ally Bank Online Savings Account Review (6)
  • 10: Is Gold a Good Investment Right Now?  (5)
  • 09: What is a Spousal IRA and How Does It Work?  (4)
  • 08: Use Alternative Housing Arrangements and Save on Your Next Vacation (3)
  • 07: Education: Your Hedge Against Inflation (13)
  • 03: The Financial and Physical Toll Caused by Lack of Sleep (14)
  • 02: Is YOUR Employment Picture Brighter? (9)

April 2012  (15)
Detailed Monthly Archive

  • 30: The $100 Startup Only72 Sale – Follow Your Passion and Make Money Doing It (1)
  • 26: Think Twice Before Borrowing from Your 401k (5)
  • 25: 7 Money Mistakes That Can Keep You from Achieving Your Goals (15)
  • 24: How to Get Your Spouse More Involved in the Family Finances (8)
  • 23: What is FOREX Trading and is it Right for My Portfolio? (3)
  • 20: Earth Day Freebies and Deals – and a Little History Too (1)
  • 18: Should You Give Human Resources Access to Your Facebook Profile? (12)
  • 17: Do You Have to Pay Tax on Airline Miles? (7)
  • 13: Should I Climb The Corporate Ladder Or Start My Own Business? (15)
  • 11: 6 Audit Red Flags the IRS Uses to Choose Which Returns to Audit (6)
  • 09: Bank of America Mortgage to Lease Pilot Program (9)
  • 06: President Obama Signs STOCK Act – No Congressional Insider Trading (7)
  • 05: In Honor of Financial Literacy Month: Back to Basics (6)
  • 03: 7 Online Service Alternatives that Save Money (4)
  • 01: Visa® Black Card™ Review – A Luxury Card That’s Expensive But Full of Benefits (10)

March 2012  (17)
Detailed Monthly Archive

  • 30: How the Small Business Jobs Act of 2010 Can Help You Save with Your Business (1)
  • 27: Withdrawing Money From a Roth IRA: How Does It Work and When Can I Do It? (10)
  • 26: Student Loan Debt Bubble – Is This Our Next Economic Crisis? (24)
  • 23: Did You Get a 1099-K Tax Form This Year? (8)
  • 22: The Cost of Food Waste and How to Prevent It (8)
  • 21: What is Mortgage Amortization and How Does it Work? (12)
  • 20: Grow Your Nest Egg with Automatic Retirement Contributions (7)
  • 15: What is the 403(b) Retirement Plan? – Overview (5)
  • 14: New Technology Makes Shopping With Your Credit Card Easier (13)
  • 13: How to Make the Most of Your Liberal Arts Degree (11)
  • 12: New Federal Regulation for 401k Fee Transparency Rules (6)
  • 09: What Business Expenses are Tax Deductible? (3)
  • 08: Ten Quicks Tips to Save on Gas Costs for Your Car (11)
  • 06: Contemplating Marriage? Love Is Not All You Need (7)
  • 05: How to Invest In The Facebook IPO (13)
  • 02: New Bank of America Fees – Savings and Checking Ain’t What it Used to Be (16)
  • 01: Is Your High Power Job Worth the Sacrifice? (10)

February 2012  (13)
Detailed Monthly Archive

  • 24: Obama Proposed Corporate Tax Reform – Cut Tax Rate But Seal Up Loopholes (7)
  • 21: Four Places Not to Use Your Credit Card (23)
  • 17: There’s Some Orange in Your Pocket – Capital One Gains Approval to Acquire ING Direct USA  (8)
  • 16: How to Deduct Your Moving Expenses (5)
  • 15: Save on College Costs by Attending a College with Free Tuition (4)
  • 14: Alternatives to Foreclosure (4)
  • 13: Is a Used Car Really a Better Value? (26)
  • 10: Mortgage Plan to Help Homeowners – $26 Billion Settlement with Big Banks (20)
  • 09: Cost Basis Reporting – How it Affects Your Taxes (1)
  • 08: Groupon FTD.com National Deal – Double Your Value (7)
  • 08: Playing Dominion vs. Playing the Market (8)
  • 07: How to Save Money on Auto Insurance – Easy Ways to Save Money (16)
  • 03: Obama Mortgage Relief Refinancing Plan – A Tax on Big Banks and More (5)

January 2012  (13)
Detailed Monthly Archive

  • 31: Don’t Underestimate the Cost of Living When Deciding Where to Live (12)
  • 30: What is Self-Employment Tax? (4)
  • 24: How to Negotiate Lower Rent in Your Current Apartment (8)
  • 23: What is Tax Evasion and How Could it Affect You (5)
  • 19: How to Get a Bargain When Apartment Hunting (16)
  • 17: 10 Common Overlooked Tax Deductions (16)
  • 12: How to Use Gift Cards Wisely to Maximize Their Value (38)
  • 11: How to Make Your Own Pre-Paid Debit Card – And Suze Orman’s Approved Card (41)
  • 10: Do You or Your Spouse Handle the Finances Solely? Why This Might Not be a Good Idea (14)
  • 09: Still Want a Deduction for Tax Year 2011? It’s Not Too Late (5)
  • 06: To Do This Year: Buy Renters Insurance (8)
  • 04: Alternatives to Joining the Gym (28)
  • 02: Three Stories That Prove Consumers Still Have Power (7)

December 2011  (20)
Detailed Monthly Archive

  • 30: 4 Ways to Save on Taxes with Mutual Funds  (5)
  • 29: Are You Making These Mistakes With Your Side Business? (7)
  • 28: Stay on Top of Credit Card Payments – How to Make Sure You Pay Your Credit Card on Time (8)
  • 27: The Art of Getting Rid of Unwanted Gifts (16)
  • 26: Investment Losses? Harvest them for a Tax Deduction (5)
  • 23: What Are the Best Ways to Invest in Mutual Funds? (2)
  • 22: How to Find the Best Financial Planner – 10 Qualities to Look For (9)
  • 21: Groupon Old Navy National Deal (5)
  • 21: What Would You Do If Your Spouse Died? (4)
  • 20: What Is the True Cost of Leasing a Car (1)
  • 19: Mint.com Review – Manage Your Money Online Free (16)
  • 17: Senate Passes Bill to Extend Payroll Tax Cut Temporarily (and Other Provisions) (5)
  • 16: What is a Mutual Fund Prospectus? (4)
  • 15: Unemployment Extensions In Jeopardy – What Long Term Jobless Should Consider Doing (4)
  • 09: Why Invest in Mutual Funds and What They Are (26)
  • 07: How and Why We Rationalize Spending (8)
  • 06: What Are Consumer Driven Health Plans and How do They Work for You? (3)
  • 05: Could Changes to the Home Affordable Refinance Program (HARP) Benefit You? (5)
  • 02: Get Your Credit Score…For Free
  • 01: Consider Working at a University to Help Pay College Expenses (5)

November 2011  (14)
Detailed Monthly Archive

  • 30: Are You Cut Out to be a Landlord? (8)
  • 29: What is Market Timing and Does it Work? (11)
  • 28: Our Switch To Netflix – Review (41)
  • 25: Don’t Get Too Hung Up on the Value Investing vs. Growth Investing Debate (5)
  • 22: Occupy Movement Protests: A Revolution or a Waste of Time? (14)
  • 16: The Three Best Financial Moves You Can Make for Your Child (8)
  • 15: How to Make Unemployment an Opportunity (16)
  • 10: 20 Kids and Counting: How to Have a Large and Frugal Family (16)
  • 09: Want to Win the Lottery? Better Off Creating Your Own (12)
  • 08: The Payday Loan Trap (6)
  • 07: 10 Things Similar About Personal Finance And Running The NYC Marathon (31)
  • 03: Bank of America Changes its Mind: No Debit Card Fee (12)
  • 02: How We Found Over $600 to Snowflake on Our Debt in 7 Days (11)
  • 01: What Are Virtual Credit Card Numbers and How Can They Protect You? (5)

October 2011  (16)
Detailed Monthly Archive

  • 31: What is DRIP Investing and How Can it Grow Your Wealth? (9)
  • 28: Foreigners Could Get Visas for Buying US Homes – Does that Make Sense? (13)
  • 27: Southwest Airlines Rapid Rewards® Plus Credit Card | Review – Free Flight and More (3)
  • 26: How Age Affects Your Car Insurance Rate and What You Can Do About it (3)
  • 25: Will Your Investments Cover 30 Years of Retirement? (13)
  • 24: Don’t Let Your Purchases Fall Prey to Your Emotions (8)
  • 20: Say Goodbye to Paper Bonds, Say Hello to Electronic Bonds (6)
  • 18: Find the Money to Pay Down Debt (13)
  • 14: What are Credit Unions and Why are They Good for You? (8)
  • 13: The New American Family: Flexibility and Unconventional Lifestyles to Make Ends Meet (55)
  • 10: What is Occupy Wall Street and Should You Care? (81)
  • 07: Three Lessons I Learned From High School Economics Class (10)
  • 06: New Bank of America Debit Card Fee: Here’s What You Should Know (13)
  • 05: The Hidden Cost of Credit Cards (4)
  • 04: Financial Blogger Conference 2011 – Meeting the PF Blogger World and More (53)
  • 03: How to Prove Your Usefulness, Keep Your Job, and Maybe Even Get Ahead: Be Indispensable (10)

September 2011  (19)
Detailed Monthly Archive

  • 30: Cheap, Inexpensive, and Frugal Halloween Costume Buying Tips (31)
  • 29: Citi® Dividend World MasterCard® – $300 Cash Back | Review (0)
  • 28: Save Money: Attend Community College First (16)
  • 27: What is a Solopreneur? (14)
  • 26: Buying Physical Gold: The Basics (6)
  • 22: Budgeting for Christmas Shopping Before it’s too Late (16)
  • 21: Rebates are a Sham and I Hate Them (11)
  • 20: Work from Home? Why You Should Consider Child Care (4)
  • 19: How to Change Your Stock Allocation for Value Informed Indexing in Response to Valuation Shifts (1)
  • 16: Frugal Vacation Idea – Tag Along to Your Spouse’s Business Conference (10)
  • 15: How to Survive College Without a Car (13)
  • 14: Pay Off Debt or Save? That is the Question (8)
  • 13: TD Ameritrade Online Stock Trading Review (3)
  • 12: Are You Missing Out on These Credit Card Perks? (8)
  • 11: 9-11-01 Ten Years Later (6)
  • 07: Condo Fees You May Not Be Aware Of (13)
  • 06: Do You Need Disaster Insurance? What Type Should You Get? (8)
  • 05: PerkStreet Financial 5% Cashback Powerperks September 2011 (0)
  • 01: Popular Honeymoon Spots on the Cheap (7)

August 2011  (17)
Detailed Monthly Archive

  • 31: Transportation Alternatives for One Car Families (14)
  • 29: Homeowners Insurance Coverage: Are You Truly Covered? (4)
  • 25: Alternative College Housing Options to Save Money (9)
  • 24: Should You Start Your Own Business? (14)
  • 23: What You CAN’T Hold in an IRA (2)
  • 22: Investing: Why Boring is Good (5)
  • 19: Netflix Price Hike: Your Netflix Alternatives (4)
  • 18: Is a Home Security System Worth the Expense? (2)
  • 17: Innocent Spouse Tax Relief Changes – New Rules (0)
  • 16: TradeKing Online Discount Brokerage Review – Inexpensive Trades and Plenty of Tools (0)
  • 11: How to Avoid Buying a Used Car Lemon (12)
  • 09: Would You Drive a Car Covered with Advertisements? (6)
  • 08: Going to College? 5 Smart Money Moves for College Freshmen (5)
  • 05: Playing the Retirement Catch-Up Game in Your Forties (6)
  • 04: Can’t Pay On Time? Change Your Due Date! (13)
  • 02: The Lure of the Infomercial (3)
  • 01: Hedging Against Inflation (16)

July 2011  (15)
Detailed Monthly Archive

  • 28: How to Make More Money: Stop Watching TV!  (24)
  • 27: Try Out Your New Lifestyle Before You Actually Live It (4)
  • 26: How to Create a Budget for Variable Income (4)
  • 25: What Should I Look For in Bargain Stocks? (5)
  • 20: 5 Must Follow Home Energy Savings Tips for Summer (17)
  • 19: What is the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau and How Will it Help You? (7)
  • 18: 8 Road Trip Money Saving Tips (12)
  • 14: What is a Credit Card Number? It’s Far From Random (7)
  • 13: 6 Things to Consider Before Retiring (10)
  • 12: The High Price of Professional Degrees on Your Finances (11)
  • 11: HUD Emergency Homeowners’ Loan Program (EHLP): Home Loans for Those Facing Foreclosure (1)
  • 07: What is Better: A Foreclosure or a Short Sale? (10)
  • 06: OneShare.com Review | Stocks as a Gift (3)
  • 04: Where to Change Your Name After Marriage (7)
  • 01: 8 Reasons Why You Should Sell Your Home Before Buying a New One (23)

June 2011  (17)
Detailed Monthly Archive

  • 30: The Cost of Clutter on Your Finances and Life (6)
  • 29: Debt Doesn’t Mean You’re a Bad Person (7)
  • 28: Are Banks Ratcheting Up Their Profiling Efforts? (7)
  • 27: Should You Use Your Credit Card to Buy Gold or Silver? (6)
  • 24: Try a No Spend Month: Your Wallet Will Thank You (15)
  • 22: Investing VS Speculating: The Difference Between Building Wealth and Gambling (11)
  • 21: Save Money on Vacation Plans with Frugal Staycation Ideas (10)
  • 17: What’s in Your Pocket? ING Direct! Capital One to Buy ING Direct USA Online Banking Division (59)
  • 16: How Being Trusting In a Marriage Can Hurt You in a Divorce (8)
  • 14: How to Recession Proof Your Life (17)
  • 13: Citi Data Breach: How Can You Protect Yourself Against Credit Card Fraud? (6)
  • 10: Half of Americans are “Financially Fragile” – How Not to be One of Them (18)
  • 09: How to use a Stock Screener and Build Your Dividend Stock Analysis Template (1)
  • 08: What Is a Probate Lawyer and When Would You Use One? (35)
  • 07: Should a Prospective Employer Be Able to Check Your Credit Score? (26)
  • 03: Google Wallet and the New Wave of Paying for Things (12)
  • 02: Is Unemployment Hurting Your Job Prospects? Why You Should Accept a Job Below Your Salary Requirements (15)

May 2011  (16)
Detailed Monthly Archive

  • 31: What is the National Debt Ceiling, and Why Should You Care? (11)
  • 25: Credit Sesame Review – Free Credit Score and Monitor Loans and Debts (2)
  • 23: Should You Cancel That Credit Card? (8)
  • 20: What is Private Mortgage Insurance and Why do you Need it? (4)
  • 19:  Can Your Loved Ones Inherit Your Debt? (13)
  • 17: How to Avoid Free Trial Scams and What to Do if You Suspect You are a Victim (10)
  • 16: College Grad? Professionalism is Critical for Landing a Job (9)
  • 12: Best Western Hotel Rewards – A Review (1)
  • 11: Steps to Take to Avoid Retiring in Debt (8)
  • 10: Home Businesses You Can Start in Your Underwear (15)
  • 09: ShareBuilder Now ING DIRECT Investing, a Redesigned Site, and a Bonus! (0)
  • 06: Wyndham Rewards Hotel Points – A Review (29)
  • 05: IRA Maximum Contribution Limits – Roth and Traditional (4)
  • 04: What First Time Home Buyers Need to Know About Their Credit Card Balances  (13)
  • 03: Credit Cards for Excellent Credit (1)
  • 02: How to Figure Out How Much Life Insurance You Need (2)

April 2011  (15)
Detailed Monthly Archive

  • 30: Betterment $25 Signup Bonus – Start Investing Smart and Simple (2)
  • 29: Starwood Preferred Guest® Hotel Reward Program – A Review (0)
  • 28: When is a Good Time to Consider Refinancing Your Mortgage? (11)
  • 26: American Express® Premier Rewards Gold Card – Review (1)
  • 23: Capital One 360 Checking Sign-Up Bonus (2)
  • 22: Capital One 360 Checking Saves the Day – Sending Paper Checks (5)
  • 21: Hyatt Gold Passport Hotel Rewards Program – A Review (2)
  • 20: Credit Card Delinquency on the Decline (6)
  • 14: How I Paid Off $25,000 of Debt in 14 Months (26)
  • 13: La Quinta Returns Member Rewards Hotel Program – A Review (11)
  • 12: When Should You Borrow Using P2P Lending? (8)
  • 06: Credit Karma Review – Get Your Credit Score and More (8)
  • 05: What Are You Doing with Your Payroll Tax Cut? (15)
  • 04: How We Manage Our Finances on the Road (2)
  • 01: Interview with Philip Taylor – Organizer of Financial Blogger Conference 2011 (15)

March 2011  (15)
Detailed Monthly Archive

  • 31: Marriott Hotel Rewards Program – Make Your Stays Worth More – A Review (1)
  • 30: Kids & Money – The Financial Apple Doesn’t Fall Far From the Tree (9)
  • 29: 5 Things You Should Know About Filing a Tax Extension (2)
  • 28: Bankruptcy – What it is, When it’s Used, and How it Works – Adapted from Debt Free for Life (3)
  • 23: Brokers Should be Legally Liable to Act in the Best Interest of Their Customers (10)
  • 17: Planning on Buying a House? Put in the Legwork First! (16)
  • 16: Choice Privileges Hotel Reward Program – A Review (34)
  • 15: What is Income Investing? (2)
  • 14: How To Prosper With Peer to Peer Lending – A review of Prosper.com (11)
  • 11: Ways a Bigger House is More Expensive (Besides the Mortgage) (17)
  • 10: Tax Year 2010: Time to Begin Repaying the 2008 First-Time Homebuyer Tax Credit  (2)
  • 09: I Bought A NOOKcolor from Barnes and Noble – Review (13)
  • 08: Crush It by Gary Vaynerchuck – Review (11)
  • 03: Is It a Good Idea for the Credit Market to Ease? (5)
  • 01: Is It Worthwhile To Move To Save Costs? (14)

February 2011  (15)
Detailed Monthly Archive

  • 28: IRS Tax Credits and Deductions to Save on Your Taxes if You Have Kids (3)
  • 25: Citi® Hilton HHonors™ Visa Signature® Card – Review (3)
  • 24: Free H&R Block At Home Online Premium Edition – Giveaway (12)
  • 23: Rework – Book Review (3)
  • 21: Make Credit Cards Work For You By Earning Rewards (2)
  • 18: Platinum Card® from American Express Review – The Premium Card for You (0)
  • 17: Ditch That Spending Plan?!? (14)
  • 14: Send Credit Card Companies A Message By Using Cash Only (15)
  • 11: Fighting Fair: How to Disagree About Money in Marriage (21)
  • 10: Continental Airlines OnePass® Plus Credit Card from Chase – Miles and More – Review (4)
  • 08: What Are Dividends? (9)
  • 07: Changes on the 1040 IRS Tax Form this Year…How Does It Affect You? (2)
  • 04: Groupon Barnes and Noble National Deal (10)
  • 04: Love and Taxes – Tax Filing Date Changed to February 14 For Some Tax Filers (0)
  • 01: Do You Know How You Will Pay for College? (10)

January 2011  (16)
Detailed Monthly Archive

  • 31: Best Retirement Plans For The Self Employed or Small Business Owner (10)
  • 28: Freeze Your Credit To Protect Your Identity (14)
  • 27: The 8 Least-Evil Banks as Determined by CNNMoney (33)
  • 26: Do You Need to Adjust Your Tax Withholding? (8)
  • 25: A Better and Less Risky Way to Invest in Stocks (24)
  • 24: More Money in Your Paycheck – The Payroll Tax Cut (Social Security Tax Cut) (60)
  • 20: How to Make Your Financial Goals a Reality (8)
  • 19: TurboTax Online Tax Software 2010 Review (5)
  • 13: 2011 Federal Income Tax Brackets and Marginal Tax Rates (14)
  • 11: 10 Money Quotes Worth Remembering (10)
  • 10: How to Create SMART Financial Goals – Is It Time Bound? (4)
  • 09: The Power of Passive Investing Book Review and Links (17)
  • 07: How to Create SMART Financial Goals – Are They Relevant? (3)
  • 06: How to Create SMART Financial Goals – Are They Attainable? (3)
  • 04: How to Create SMART Financial Goals – Make Them Measurable (2)
  • 03: How to Create SMART Financial Goals – Be Specific (11)

December 2010  (13)
Detailed Monthly Archive

  • 30: The Greatest Impact On My Finances (27)
  • 29: The Best Personal Finance Articles of 2010 (56)
  • 27: Lending Club Peer to Peer Lending for Investors and Borrowers – Review (7)
  • 21: ShareBuilder $50 New Account Bonus and Free Trades (3)
  • 20: Shred Your Credit Card – Giving Away Over $2000 to See You Destroy Your Credit Card (13)
  • 15: What Is Peer to Peer (Person to Person) Lending? (17)
  • 14: Companies That GET Customer Service (38)
  • 13: Busting Common Investing Myths – A Tweetup With Motley Fool’s Tom Gardner and ShareBuilder’s Dan Greenshields (13)
  • 09: Tax Breaks You Can Still Get in 2010 to Reduce Your Taxable Income (22)
  • 07: It’s Not Too Late to Claim Energy Efficient Home Improvement Tax Credits (9)
  • 06: Find the Affordable Health Coverage You Need at eHealthInsurance.com – Review (9)
  • 03: LIFE Has A Way Of Screwing Up Budgets (41)
  • 01: Miles by Discover® Card Review (2)

November 2010  (12)
Detailed Monthly Archive

  • 30: The Inner View of Your Interview by Ron Haynes – Excerpt (2)
  • 23: Building Credit From Scratch – Are Young Adults Doomed for Financial Failure? (11)
  • 17: Flexible and Health Savings Account Changes for 2011 – Over the Counter Medicine Reimbursement (12)
  • 16: Our Daughter’s Allowance and ING Direct (28)
  • 11: Does it Make Sense to Rent Appliances or Furniture? (23)
  • 10: Ways To Increase and Improve Your Credit Score Without a Credit Card (12)
  • 09: Charge Cards Are Not Credit Cards – Understanding the Difference (6)
  • 08: An Against the Grain Approach to Prioritizing Your Savings (5)
  • 04: Getting Free Premium Cable Channels – How Paying Attention Netted Us HBO, Cinemax, And More (9)
  • 03: Five Ways to Invest Without Buying Stocks (20)
  • 02: What Fees Are Part of Your 401(k) Plan? (4)
  • 01: How to Save Money – 2 Simple Steps Everyone Can Take (16)

October 2010  (13)
Detailed Monthly Archive

  • 28: Credit CARD Act and Its Affect on College Students (10)
  • 26: ZYNC Card From American Express – Review (4)
  • 25: Schumer Box And Credit Card Offers (7)
  • 21: My First Credit Card – And The High It Gave Me (19)
  • 20: What To Do With Your Money In Your 20s, 30s, And 40s – Ideas From Generation Earn (12)
  • 19: What Is A Mortgage Escrow Account? (26)
  • 18: More 0 Percent APR Credit Card Offers Expected (18)
  • 14: Where To Find Cheap Fun Family Activities – 6 Places (19)
  • 13: Working Hard For What You Want – New Jetta Ad (32)
  • 12: What Is A Reverse Mortgage Loan? (9)
  • 07: Guaranteed Ways To Lower Your Credit Score – 5 Steps (19)
  • 05: Sell Your Crap – Interview And New eBook From Adam Of Man Vs Debt (6)
  • 04: Portfolio Rebalancing – Keep Your Asset Goals In Line (6)

September 2010  (15)
Detailed Monthly Archive

  • 30: Does Your Kid Deserve A Credit Card? (38)
  • 28: Amazon Mom Review- Free Amazon Prime As Well As Discounts And Exclusive Offers (7)
  • 27: Portfolio Diversification (7)
  • 23: Did You Opt-In For Overdraft Protection? Tips For Avoiding The Overdraft Fees (14)
  • 21: 5 Simple Steps To Save On Food Shopping (14)
  • 20: Join Amazon Student And Get Free Amazon Prime For One Year (5)
  • 16: 10 Ways To Lower Your Cost Of Living (22)
  • 15: SmartyPig Race Out of Debt Contest – One Winner Gets Almost Five Thousand Dollars! (3)
  • 14: Pay For Amazon Purchases With AmEx Membership Rewards Points (10)
  • 13: Why We Chose A 30 Year Mortgage When We Bought Our Home (33)
  • 09: What is Asset Allocation? (17)
  • 07: Buying Stuff on Credit is Expensive [Infographic] (27)
  • 06: Peapod Review – Online Grocery Shopping Made Easy (23)
  • 02: My Blogging Essentials or What I Use To Blog (39)
  • 01: What’s This Groupon I Keep Hearing About? (12)

August 2010  (11)
Detailed Monthly Archive

  • 31: Too Much Debt? 5 Steps To Pay Off Your Debt (14)
  • 30: It’s Still A Good Idea To Buy A House In This Economy (34)
  • 27: Discover More Card with $50 Cash Back Bonus Review (6)
  • 19: Awesome Groupon Gap Deal – Today Only (5)
  • 16: Why Invest In Stocks (21)
  • 13: Sure-Fire Tips To Renegotiating Your Credit Card Debt (29)
  • 11: Financial Krav Maga: Personal Finance Self Defense for the Modern Era (38)
  • 09: Why Invest in Bonds? (12)
  • 06: How Can I Improve My Credit Score? 8 Ways to Increase and Raise Your Credit Rating (63)
  • 04: We’re Mowing It Old School-ish (38)
  • 02: Investment Strategy For Beginner Investors (11)

July 2010  (8)
Detailed Monthly Archive

  • 30: In Defense of the Traditional IRA (18)
  • 28: Costs To Consider When Buying A Car (18)
  • 23: Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act Signed Into Law (9)
  • 21: Dollar Cost Averaging Helps Eliminate Emotion And Market Risk (41)
  • 19: Are Personal Credit Cards Better than a Business Card for Your Business? (10)
  • 15: Crank Up Your Money Saving Goals With SmartyPig (30)
  • 12: Types of Mortgage Loans (26)
  • 02: Automate or Unautomate Your Finances? (36)

June 2010  (4)
Detailed Monthly Archive

  • 17: Fed Issues Final CARD Act Rules-Limits Credit Card Late Fees (5)
  • 10: When You Save Are You Really Saving? (33)
  • 04: Buy Low. Better Yet, Buy Lower. (20)
  • 02: What is a Health Savings Account? (10)

May 2010  (8)
Detailed Monthly Archive

  • 27: Comparing TV Services With BillShrink (13)
  • 26: What’s My Credit Score Made Of? (9)
  • 19: Organic Food Is Not Expensive (63)
  • 17: It’s A Drop In The Bucket (19)
  • 12: Credit Card Benefits (33)
  • 10: Eating Healthy One Step At A Time (31)
  • 05: How Much Life Insurance Should You Buy? (14)
  • 03: How to Teach Your Young Children How to Budget (23)

April 2010  (8)
Detailed Monthly Archive

  • 28: Term VS Whole Life Insurance – What Do The Numbers Show? (118)
  • 26: How An Excellent Credit Score Has Helped Us Save Money (19)
  • 21: Frugality Doesn’t Mean You Have To Deprive Yourself (27)
  • 15: Its April 15-Get Your Taxes In! And Tax Day Deals (10)
  • 14: Recurring Expenses Will Kill Your Budget-Choose Wisely (20)
  • 12: Costs In Buying A Home Besides Your Mortgage (27)
  • 09: Wedding Questions With Anja Winikka Editor At TheKnot.com – Presented By Married On MySpace (10)
  • 07: Different Kinds Of Bank Cards (18)

March 2010  (9)
Detailed Monthly Archive

  • 26: What is a Certificate of Deposit (CD)? (15)
  • 24: How to File Taxes For Less or Free (11)
  • 22: Exchange Traded Funds – Pros and Cons (22)
  • 17: What Is A Checking Account? (9)
  • 15: New Credit Card Act In Action – Effects of Not Paying in Full (14)
  • 12: Health Savings Accounts (HSA’s) Are Awesome – 7 Reasons (41)
  • 06: Is It OK To Copy Your Children’s DVD’s (22)
  • 02: Do You Have What It Takes To Manage Your Money? (19)
  • 01: Blueprint For How To Make Money With Your Blog – eBook (4)

February 2010  (7)
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  • 22: New Credit Card Rules Take Effect (14)
  • 17: Pay Off Highest Interest Or Highest Balance Credit Card – Analysis Paralysis (59)
  • 15: Who Should I Pick To Do My Taxes? (16)
  • 12: 4 Ways to Enjoy The Movie Theater Experience For Less (26)
  • 10: Monster TurboTax Online Tax Software 2009 Review (10)
  • 03: First Time Home Buyers Tax Credit – Who It’s For And What Is Needed To Claim It (13)
  • 01: Eating Healthy on a Budget (37)

January 2010  (8)
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  • 28: The Government Thanks You For Your Taxes (23)
  • 26: New Financial Tools Make It Easier to Plan for Retirement (3)
  • 21: Make More Money and Live Your Passion: Become a Cre8tor (11)
  • 19: How I Love Thee ING Direct, Let Me Count the Ways – Savings, Checking, and More  (29)
  • 14: 10 Free Investment Credits From ShareBuilder (And $50 Signup Bonus) (0)
  • 13: The Credit Card Accountability, Responsibility, And Disclosure (CARD) Act Of 2009- Effect On Credit Card Holders (30)
  • 11: Savings Goals In The New Year And Beyond (14)
  • 06: Why Should I Keep Dumping Money Into My Old Car Or Other Old Junk? (27)

December 2009  (4)
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  • 28: A Little Investigation And Elbow Grease Saved Us Over $150 (31)
  • 26: Write For Free From Broke (2)
  • 14: Saving At The Supermarket Is FUN! (11)
  • 09: Tax Tips For Parents (13)

November 2009  (1)
Detailed Monthly Archive

  • 16: 6 Tips to Avoid IRS Penalties, Interest and Filing Fees This Tax Season (6)

October 2009  (5)
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  • 28: Make Extra Money Taking Real Estate Photos (16)
  • 23: Make Extra Money Cleaning Homes (66)
  • 20: Another Case For Emergency Savings – Credit Score (9)
  • 14: My Experience Switching To Cable/Digital Phone Service (27)
  • 08: Ten Things I Learned Moving – And Tips (29)

September 2009  (2)
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  • 10: 10 Tips On Enjoying A Night Out For Less  (13)
  • 08: My Experience With myFICO – Review (26)

August 2009  (3)
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  • 31: 9 Things Stress Can Prevent You From Accomplishing (23)
  • 26: Debt Traps College Students Fall Into (14)
  • 10: Saving On Prescription Drug Medication (17)

July 2009  (5)
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  • 23: You Shouldn’t Buy This If… (13)
  • 17: Ways To Help Deal With Medical Expenses (18)
  • 10: A Goal Based Approach To Debt Management (14)
  • 08: Credit Scores Matter More Than You Think (20)
  • 01: Car Allowance Rebate System – Cash For Clunkers (20)

June 2009  (5)
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  • 25: Do You Keep Money Secrets From Your Spouse? (44)
  • 22: AAA Is Good For More Than Automotive Assistance (22)
  • 17: Confessions Of A Recovering Spendaholic (36)
  • 12: Use The First Time Home Buyer Tax Credit Now! (27)
  • 10: Go To The Museum For Free – Bank of America Museums on Us (14)

May 2009  (9)
Detailed Monthly Archive

  • 29: Unbroke – What You Need To Know About Money: Recap (50)
  • 27: Interview With Personal Finance Columnist Liz Pulliam Weston (9)
  • 22: Save On Your Car Insurance With Proper Emergency Savings (15)
  • 20: The Time I Found A Fraud Credit Card Charge (21)
  • 18: 25 Traits Of The Not So Well To Do (198)
  • 16: Subscriber Swap Saturday – Interview With No Debt Plan (1)
  • 13: Take Up A Sport And Become Good At It (13)
  • 08: Stop The Retirement Ripoff – Interview With David B Loeper (3)
  • 06: Credit Cards Are Just A Tool (17)

April 2009  (6)
Detailed Monthly Archive

  • 30: Credit Cards Don’t Suck, You Suck! (56)
  • 27: Credit Cards Suck! (31)
  • 17: 50+ Personal Finance, Investing, And Money Tweeps Worth Following (29)
  • 15: 12 Things Every Teenager Needs To Know About Money (And How To Teach Them) (30)
  • 13: Don’t Let Money Ruin Your Marriage! (30)
  • 08: 9 Ways To Save On Baby Costs (54)

March 2009  (4)
Detailed Monthly Archive

  • 23: No Job Is Below You (31)
  • 16: What Is A Ponzi Scheme – In Simple Terms (15)
  • 13: Is Saving 8 to 12 Months Expenses Even Possible Or Practical? (27)
  • 04: Frugal Ideas To Help Your Home Sell (26)

February 2009  (3)
Detailed Monthly Archive

  • 24: How The American Recovery And Reinvesment Act Of 2009 Can Help You (13)
  • 18: Excuse Busters For Not Having A Budget (13)
  • 17: 9 Excuses Why You Haven’t Started A Budget Yet (34)

January 2009  (5)
Detailed Monthly Archive

  • 27: You Need An Online High-Yield Savings Account – 9 Reasons (54)
  • 23: Why Economic Stimulus Handouts Are Bad – It Kills Innovation (10)
  • 07: Are Your New Year’s Resolutions SMART? (11)
  • 05: Ask And Save On Your Cable Bill (45)
  • 02: Obama 2009 Economic Stimulus Plan – It’s Gonna Be Big! (34)

December 2008  (4)
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  • 22: Frugal Alternative to Microsoft Office (22)
  • 15: A Mother’s Struggle Between Work And Kids (44)
  • 03: 9 Year End Tax Savings Tips (22)
  • 01: 8 Ways The Economic Crisis Can Be Good For You (24)

November 2008  (3)
Detailed Monthly Archive

  • 25: Medical Treatment And Your Credit (10)
  • 13: Never Mind A New Economic Stimulus Package – Save Yourself! (39)
  • 05: 6 Ways Eating Out Less Has Made Our Family Better (22)

October 2008  (6)
Detailed Monthly Archive

  • 27: Federal Funds Rate And Your Savings (5)
  • 17: What Is The Dow? (9)
  • 15: Causes Of Poverty – Blog Action Day 2008 (23)
  • 10: I’m Saving By Bringing Lunch To Work (17)
  • 09: Best Financial Advice You’ve Received (22)
  • 03: We Got Our Insurance Deductible Back (5)

September 2008  (4)
Detailed Monthly Archive

  • 18: The American Dream Is An Illusion (16)
  • 17: Personal Finance In One Simple Equation (19)
  • 15: The Financial Roller Coaster Continues For Lynch, Lehman, And AIG (6)
  • 04: I Re-Allocated And Re-Balanced My 401(k) Portfolio (11)

August 2008  (7)
Detailed Monthly Archive

  • 28: What We’re Doing To Adjust To One Income (32)
  • 27: What Is Raising A Child Worth – We’re Going To One Income (46)
  • 26: Not Having The Police At A Car Accident Can Cost You (28)
  • 20: Booking A Hotel Through An Online Travel Site May Not Be Worth It (17)
  • 19: Our Vacation To Virginia Beach And Such (12)
  • 05: We Did It, We Bought A New Car (7)
  • 02: Do You Have Frugal Tips For Your City? (2)

July 2008  (5)
Detailed Monthly Archive

  • 23: There May Be Unclaimed Money Or Property Waiting For You (0)
  • 15: Sprint SERO Meet Everything Plus (4)
  • 10: Goals Are Great Motivators (15)
  • 09: Dealing With Financial Problems With A Loved One (6)
  • 02: A CD Ladder Plan For Beginning Savers (7)

June 2008  (7)
Detailed Monthly Archive

  • 30: Money Life Network Summer Saving Series Articles (4)
  • 26: New York State Empire Passport – Summer Saving (4)
  • 23: One Hundred Pushups For A Healthy Fit Frugal Summer (15)
  • 19: How We Saved Money On Our Disney World Vacation (and Had a Great Time As Well) (8)
  • 18: Murphy’s Law Of The Workplace (6)
  • 11: Customer Service Done Right 1800Contacts.com (6)
  • 05: Will The Economic Stimulus Payments Have To Be Paid Back (41)

May 2008  (2)
Detailed Monthly Archive

  • 30: Buy That Fun Stuff Without Going Into Debt (10)
  • 28: Five Things Indiana Jones Can Teach Us About Personal Finance (10)

April 2008  (5)
Detailed Monthly Archive

  • 30: 15 Things To Do With Your Economic Stimulus Check (14)
  • 21: Best And Worst College 529 Plans From Morningstar (16)
  • 18: I Switched To Sprint SERO And Saved Some Money (8)
  • 04: Four Ways I Upgraded Out Of My Raises (9)
  • 01: 7 Ways to Get Rich Quick (49)

March 2008  (1)
Detailed Monthly Archive

  • 07: ING $25 Referral Bonuses (50)

February 2008  (2)
Detailed Monthly Archive

  • 28: We Went to Our Accountant to Get Our Taxes Done (5)
  • 13: 7 Credit Card Tips From ING Direct (7)

January 2008  (1)
Detailed Monthly Archive

  • 24: American Girl – Not Frugal At All (Or What’s A Smile Worth) (38)

December 2007  (2)
Detailed Monthly Archive

  • 19: Interesting Credit Card Marketing From AAA and Bank Of America (0)
  • 07: Family – Can’t Live With ‘Em…Unless It Helps Debt (13)

November 2007  (1)
Detailed Monthly Archive

  • 06: Loose Change Gets Us Free Meals On Vacation (2)

October 2007  (5)
Detailed Monthly Archive

  • 29: What Is The Opportunity Cost? (2)
  • 18: Emotions Got The Best Of Us At The Picture People – Review (9)
  • 17: Buying A Car – Know Your Credit Score And Get Financing Before Hand (8)
  • 16: How AMEX And ING Gave Us A Wedding Gift (4)
  • 05: Start Saving and Let That Money Build Itself (4)

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