Category: Personal Finance

Airfare and accommodation make up the bulk of the travel budget. But once you get to your destination, shipping costs can go up too. Instead […]

Most of us agree: the world needs a little more financial literacy. Everyone talks about the need for financial education in schools. But if that […]

If you turned 65 last year, you will receive tax credits. The standard deduction for people 65 and over has increased from $ 6,300 to […]

If you’re responsible, using credit cards to pay bills is a great way to accumulate bonus points and miles. Some people even use it to […]

Finding answers to money questions quickly is easier than ever. But most of us would benefit from learning a little more about personal finance. To […]

When you have time to be alone, it’s easy to spend money. You open an old laptop, browse a little, and suddenly by tomorrow there […]

Shopping online is convenient, but in terms of shipping costs and delivery times, it’s not always ideal. In-store pickup solves both problems: you order it […]

The state in which you work may not be the state in which you want to retire. When deciding where you want to spend your […]

National hotel chains have to pay a whopping 15% commission to online travel agencies such as Expedia, Travelocity and Hotels.com. As a result, many hotels […]

Part-time jobs often suck because they don’t include health benefits. Some employers are countering this trend by offering medical, dental and imaging services to attract […]

Tax refunds seem like free money, but most people know they are not. This is actually your money. This is why the experts suggest that […]

Several years ago I changed my career and moved to a new city. Financially, I felt safe because I had a small emergency fund. When […]

If you turned 70 and a half during 2014 and have never withdrawn money from your traditional IRA or 401 (k), you are going to […]

Student loan debt can be stifling. If you are a teacher or work in the healthcare industry, assistance can be provided in the form of […]

Invest your money right and your overall risk should be minimal. However, there are reasons for riskier investments. Maybe you want to expand your alternatives, […]

There are many things you can do to improve your chances of career success, but it is very important to ask for feedback. People are […]

It’s easy to get stuck in a paycheck to paycheck cycle, especially when you’re in debt. And, unfortunately, there are many debt traps that only […]

Disputes about “Who is cheaper, Amazon or Walmart?” raging for years. Amazon is strategically pricing certain products cheaper than Walmart to cement its reputation as […]

Banks need your business. Really bad. Many offer significant cash bonuses and rewards to encourage you to open a new checking account. If you are […]

Target this week announced a new one-year return policy instead of 90 days. At first glance, this sounds awesome, but the small print is not […]

You probably have old clothes that cannot be gifted or sold . If you are an H&M shopper, you can use these clothes for a […]

Social media is great for checking your ex’s profiles and your neighbor’s vacation photos, but their real power lies in saving you money. You can […]

If you’re in doubt about your college majors, listen: the degree you choose now depends a lot on how long you’re out of work after […]

The Federal Reserve regularly dominates financial headlines, and yesterday was no exception, but their announcements can often seem like they are speaking a different language. […]

Sound monetary decisions require careful consideration. But there is also such a thing as decision fatigue , even when it comes to personal finances. Over-thinking […]

The United States has several amazing national, state and regional parks – from the waters of the bay to the sequoia forests. If you have […]

If you spent some time looking for work in 2014, you have a good chance of being eligible for a tax write-off. Deductions for expenses […]

Wealth is easy to build. Not easy , but simple. We would all like to make more money, but if your long-term prize is financial […]

Tax refunds are not free money; in most cases, you just paid too much with deductions. If you remember that your return is income that […]

The student debt crisis is more severe than ever, making many people’s financial lives a nightmare. Despite recent graduates struggling to recoup hundreds of thousands […]

Money can’t buy happiness, but getting your finances right is damn good. It took some effort, but I found that managing my own money – […]

The stock market is volatile, but most of us keep our retirement savings in our unpredictable grip. So what will you do when the stock […]

Paying bills automatically is a real simple task . No stamps, no late fees; just install and forget about it. However, if you make a […]

If that sounds too good to be true, it probably is. But scams on Craigslist are getting more deceiving every day, especially when they post […]

Credit card companies spend a lot of money to grow your business, so they are usually willing to give you a special “hold” offer if […]

Pays for negotiating bills . It doesn’t take long, and since everyone is on the phone, it’s not even that scary. One of the simplest […]

iOS: If you want to buy or sell shares, you usually have to pay a commission. At $ 7 to $ 10 per transaction, they […]

Even the most loyal Amazon shopper has moments when it’s unrealistic to wait two days for Prime. Perhaps your Wi-Fi router is dead and you […]

We don’t always have the same money habits as our friends. If you’re thrifty, it can be frustrating to always turn down a friend who […]

Finding a well-paying job with multiple college courses (or less) can be tricky. Even so, you might be surprised to learn that employers still prefer […]