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3 Tips To Remember When Using An Allowance To Teach Your Kids About Responsible Spending
Here’s an idea: Hand your teenagers hundreds of dollars in one lump sum and leave it up to them to manage the money for the next, say, six to 12 months. Anyone who’s ever had or been a teenager may…
You Could Win Free Red Lobster For A Year—Here’s How
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The top 15 cars that owners keep for at least 15 years
It’s common knowledge that once you drive a new car off the lot, it immediately loses a ton of its value. But some cars hold onto their worth much longer than others. A new study shows which vehicle models have…
This chart shows where the super rich store their money—and we can all learn from it
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How Ellen Pompeo Negotiated $20 Million Per Year For Her Role In ‘Grey’s Anatomy’
Ellen Pompeo has been the star of the hit show “Grey’s Anatomy” since 2004. As the main character in a long-running and popular show, you probably wouldn’t be surprised to learn that Pompeo earns the big bucks. Just how big,…
This mom’s post about charging her 5-year-old daughter rent is going viral
Most parents are familiar with the concept of teaching kids to be financially savvy by giving them a weekly or monthly allowance, and then helping them spend the money wisely. It teaches them to save up for big purchases, motivates…
This One Simple Trick Can Help You Save Tens Of Thousands Of Dollars On Your Mortgage
Owning a home is one of the wisest financial decisions a person can make. Not only will you be investing in a property of your own, rather than giving rent money to a landlord, but you can also get locked…
This Important Family Decision Can Make A Huge Impact On Your Finances And The Environment
Sure, owning a home, driving the same car for 20 years, and forgoing daily coffee purchases can help you build wealth. But of all the financial choices you can make, the one with the most impact, by a long shot, is…
Why you should try flying first class at least once—and how to afford it
Flying first class isn’t a necessity, but experiencing life behind the curtain at least once can be a worthy goal. That’s where passengers might be feasting on fine wine and warmed nuts, enjoying movies on large screens with noise-canceling headphones,…
Oprah giveaway scam: Impersonators are trying to lure victims
You know the expression: If it sounds too good to be true, well, it probably is. Yet, fake giveaways are among the biggest scams trending on social media. Here’s how they typically work: Scammers pose as big brands (like Best…
Print These Free Autograph Pages For Your Next Trip To Disney
If you’re taking a trip to Disney Land or Disney World anytime soon, you’ll want to keep reading. Head on over to Hip2Save, where they’ve designed tons of fun autograph pages that you can print for free! Hip2Save is a…
3 ways you can get your taxes done for free
The cost of tax preparation can definitely put a dent in your wallet, but there are lots of ways to cut that bill down to $0 (or darn close) if you know where to look. Here are three tricks for…
Making a will doesn’t have to cost a fortune—Here’s how to make estate plans on a budget
If you don’t have a will, you’re not alone. A study by Caring.com, an online resource for senior care, found that nearly 60 percent of American adults are without estate planning documents. Having a will can help protect your family, but…
5 factors that can affect your car insurance rate
We all want our car insurance to be cheap. But it’s no surprise that it isn’t exactly up to us. It’s your insurer—or really, your insurer’s complex underwriting algorithm—that determines how high your rates go. And many factors that affect…
These Are The Top 10 Most Counterfeited Products in America
Even if you have never purchased a watch from a shady-looking guy wearing a trench coat or a “designer” handbag at a fraction of the original cost from a street vendor, there is a chance that you have bought counterfeited…
5 easy (and totally legal!) ways to read books online for free
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7 clever places to hide your cash
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Are you spending too much on subscription services? Costs can add up quickly
You might not be spending hundreds of dollars every month for various subscription services, as some millennials reportedly do. But you may be spending a lot more than you realize. Instamotor, a car-buying site, recently polled 600 people ages 18…
Thinking of renting your house on Airbnb? Use this calculator to find out how much money you can make
Are you thinking about dabbling in the hospitality industry as an Airbnb host? If so, then you’re probably interested in knowing just how much money you can make by renting out a spare room or your entire home. The answer?…
10 Unexpected Things You Can Pay for With Your Flexible Spending Account
Many employers offer a flexible spending account as an optional part of their employee benefits packages. Not only can an FSA help you budget for medical expenses, but it can also decrease your taxable income. When you set up a…
5 stories from real people on how they’ve bounced back since the Great Recession
Ten years after the start of the Great Recession, the U.S. economy seems red hot. But as we wrote at the beginning of December, the booming stock market and rock-bottom unemployment rate mask enormous lingering distress, with household net worth…
3 steps to saving for retirement
My husband and I are in our 30s and have two young children. We want to have a strong plan in place for retirement so we can retire comfortably when we’re older, but we aren’t sure how to invest, how…
The average American racked up more than $1,000 of debt over the holidays
Between buying gifts, traveling and hosting parties, the holiday season is expensive. So, it’s not surprising that many people end up putting holiday purchases on credit cards. This happens year after year, but this season collective spending on cards increased. In…
3 free things you can do to spend more time with your family
So you want to do more with your family to start off 2018—a noble intention with terrible timing. Short, frigid days lend themselves more to Netflix binges than family adventures, but you have options. Lots, actually. The first step to…
How the ‘envelope method’ can help you finally get your finances in order
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How to trade in your unwanted gift cards for cash
Gift cards are great, but what happens if you simply don’t like the store it came from? Luckily, there are a few ways to get around the annoying fact that you can’t return gift cards. Because who wants to waste…
5 super inexpensive, super healthy foods
Your 2018 resolution to get healthy doesn’t need to compete with your resolution to spend less. Below are five affordable, healthy foods recommended by Keri Gans, nutritionist and author of “The Small Change Diet.” 1. Oatmeal This inexpensive whole grain…
5 questions to ask yourself before pursuing an online degree
Amelia Roberts, a nurse in Washington, D.C., knew she needed to return to college for a bachelor’s degree if she wanted to win a care coordinator position at her hospital. But attending college on a campus wasn’t a practical option…
What we learned from a woman who cut out shopping for one year
Money can’t buy you happiness. It’s a familiar phrase and research proves it, but how many of us truly believe it and live it out? Our shop-til-we-drop habits suggest it’s a lesson we find hard to embrace. And in fact,…
How this man paid off his $86,000 mortgage in two years
For those who have one, a mortgage is likely your biggest expense. What’s more, promising the bank you’ll make large monthly payments for up to 30 years is a long-term commitment. The more time we take to pay off that…
New York City Couple Offers $150,000 For Live-In Help
We’ve all been there: wondering what it must be like to live like a one-percenter. Or live like any of the glamorously wealthy people in say, “Gossip Girl.” Well now you can—kind of. An uber-wealthy New York City family is currently…
4 tips for keeping your New Year’s debt resolution
Paying off debt in the new year is a common resolution. But resolving to do something and actually doing it are two different things. Taking a smart approach to building good habits, however, can help you master your debt in…
Buying This One Grocery Item May Help You Stick To Your Budget Every Week
Almost every Sunday, I meal prep. And, by that, I mean I purchase a roasted chicken. If I’m feeling really ambitious, I make one of my own by following this recipe that calls for dijon mustard and thyme. Bonus: When…
The Story Behind How The Fingerling Became 2017’s Hottest Toy
Every holiday season, there’s precisely one toy parents everywhere are scrambling to get their hands on. If the words ‘Tickle Me Elmo” mean anything to you, you know exactly what I’m talking about. Last year it was Hatchimals and this year,…
3 car maintenance tasks you can do on your own to save time and money
You don’t have to be a car expert to perform some of your basic needed maintenance. There are several simple tasks you can take on, as long as you’re willing to use a little elbow grease and buy the parts yourself.…
Emergency Fund Calculator: Use this tool to save
Let’s start with some good news: Nearly three-quarters of Americans have an emergency savings fund to pay for unexpected expenses, like a medical bill or day-to-day living expenses in the case of a layoff. That’s the best rate of emergency…
3 tips for avoiding fake ‘organic’ foods
Short of growing your own food or visiting the producer yourself, there’s no way to be 100 percent certain the food you purchase is grown in an organic, sustainable way, experts say. Yet shoppers who want organic food do have…
Still Figuring Out Your Holiday Budget? Here’s How Much People Are Spending This Year
It’s the most wonderful time of the year. It also may be the most expensive time of the year. The latest survey on holiday spending from the National Retail Federation confirmed it. According to the survey, holiday spending in the…
The ultimate guide to holiday tipping
Does holiday tipping make you tense? Join the club. Last year 11 percent of Americans admitted in a Consumer Reports survey that they dreaded handing out year-end gratuities. But with a few simple guidelines and a slight shift in perspective,…
5 genius tips for paying off credit card debt
Credit card debt takes a toll. Beyond the stress of having it hanging over you, the interest can cost hundreds or thousands of dollars per year. According to a new NerdWallet study, the average U.S. household with revolving credit card debt—balances carried…
3 rules for attending holiday parties without going broke
Oh, the woes of being popular during the holidays. Each party invitation comes with an unwritten expectation to spend money on transportation, a host gift and a festive outfit. But party hopping doesn’t have to be expensive. Cut yourself some…
3 copycat restaurant meals that can help you save tons of cash
Whenever I need to reign in my budget—whether that’s to save for the holidays or put aside money for a vacation—the first category of my spending that hits the proverbial chopping block is “dining out.” According to the most recent…
‘Secret Sister’ gift exchange on Facebook: What you need to know
Have you seen those statuses on Facebook inviting you to be part of a “Secret Sister” gift exchange? It sounds like such a sweet idea. The idea is that women from across the country take part in an anonymous gift…
What is price protection? Why you need it this holiday season
Holiday shopping is stressful enough without worrying about price reductions on yuletide treasures you already bought. You might be able to avoid that regret by paying with a credit card featuring free price protection, a kind of time machine that lets…
Family loans: The pros and cons of lending money to family members
Financial advisors don’t always agree, but when it comes to lending money to family, there’s consensus: Tread carefully. If an adult child needs help buying a first home or has a promising business idea, a family loan can be a…
8 tips for living below your means without depriving yourself
Spending less than you earn is one sure path to financial security. But that doesn’t have to mean a spartan lifestyle. You can still enjoy yourself while living small. Focus on the benefits. Having a financial buffer makes you the…
Here’s A Clever Solution If You’re Sick Of Spending Money On Swiffer Pads
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How to answer 5 trick questions from car dealers
With one foot on the bumper of a broken-down used car, the salesman asks, “If I give you a sweet deal, will you buy this baby today?” While the car-buying experience is now more transparent—shoppers can find some pricing details…
3 apps that will help you save money
If you’re like most Americans, you’re not saving enough. While there have been some improvements over the past few years in Americans’ household savings, we’re still among the worst savers in the industrialized world. Around 44 percent of adults say…