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5 Cheap & Unique Baby Shower Decoration IdeasMay 16, 2012
Are you planning to throw a shower for one of your expecting friends? Baby showers are big business, so you could easily go over budget by snapping up the cutest shower decor at
17 Tips to Deal With Workplace Burnout & Job StressMay 15, 2012
Do you find yourself going through the motions every day at work? Are you physically showing up for the job, but leaving your mind elsewhere? Are you feeling detached from what
What Is Home Title Insurance – Policy Costs & What It CoversMay 15, 2012
Buying a new house can be one of the most exciting events of your life. It's an occasion that signifies that you are settling down - "building a nest," so to speak - and maybe even
How to Get More Financial Aid for CollegeMay 14, 2012
As kids graduate from high school and prepare to move on to the next phase of their lives, many parents face a similar conundrum: How in the world are we going to pay for
Personal Finance Round-Up: Happy Mother’s DayMay 13, 2012
Mothers: We'd be nothing without them. We learned from our Twitter chat this week some of the lessons that participants learned from their mothers, like how to save money and how
10 Easy Ways to Trim Your Entertainment BudgetMay 11, 2012
Whether it's going to the movies or checking out a new restaurant, I'm always looking for an excuse to get out of the house and explore the town. However, if I don't keep my
Join Us on Twitter for a Chat About Lessons From Mom on May 11th at 4PM ESTMay 11, 2012
This Friday, we will be holding a TweetChat with the topic of Lessons from Mom in mind from 4-5pm EST. Simply follow @MoneyCrashers and participate in the chat with
How to Save & Invest Money for CollegeMay 10, 2012
As many people know, earning college grants and scholarships can be difficult - there is a great deal of competition, and even students who get excellent grades are denied.
15 Ways to Save on Movie Theater Ticket Prices & ConcessionsMay 9, 2012
I love going to the movies. It's not even the idea of seeing the latest blockbuster that I enjoy so much - it's the two hours of mindless entertainment paired with a tub of buttery
What Is a Private Placement (Reg D) Offering – Definition & RisksMay 9, 2012
Private placements - the sale of securities by an issuing company to a limited number of private investors - have become the venue of choice for "bad brokers, disingenuous dealers,
8 Ways to Save Money on Cheap Kids’ ClothesMay 8, 2012
With one boy and one girl, I don't have the luxury of using hand-me-down clothes for my children. When my youngest grows out of his jeans, I have to hit the store because he simply
How to Make Pulled Pork in a Slow Cooker – BBQ RecipesMay 8, 2012
If you're like me, you love food with big, bold flavor - and few dishes deliver like slow-cooked pulled pork. Not only do pork shoulders provide a bounty of tender and delicious
Recent Reviews
Netflix vs. Hulu Plus vs. Amazon Prime ComparisonMay 14, 2012
Remember back in the Dark Ages when people actually had to leave their homes to rent a movie? Before we were able to stream films and TV shows online, video rental outlets were
Chase British Airways Credit Card Review – Promotions & OffersMay 11, 2012
Rising gas prices, rising government surcharges, and skyrocketing airline checked baggage fees are all contributing to the oppressive cost of air travel. Meanwhile, banks have been
BillGuard Review – Protect Your Credit Cards From FraudMay 10, 2012
When it comes to managing your money, verifying your credit card and debit card statements is an important part of the process. But how many of us really do this on a consistent
“The Money Book for the Young, Fabulous & Broke” by Suze Orman – Book ReviewApril 29, 2012
Before becoming a world-renowned financial guru and television personality, Suze Orman was a broke waitress. Her story is one of success, and in recent years she has listened to
Capital One Venture Credit Card Review – Double Miles ChallengeApril 2, 2012
There are typically two types of rewards credit cards: cash back credit cards and travel rewards cards. If you're a jet-setter, a travel rewards card is probably most appealing; if
SpringCoin Review – Create a Personalized Debt Management PlanApril 2, 2012
As of 2010, Americans owed almost $1 trillion on revolving lines of credit, and $68 billion of it was past due. On top of that, 13% of all Americans currently carry more than
UPrinting Review – Win FREE Business Cards & PostcardsMarch 30, 2012
Whether you need marketing materials for an upcoming ad campaign at work, invitations for your kid's birthday party, or even canvas prints of your favorite vacation
ZipRecruiter Review – Job Posting Site for EmployersMarch 27, 2012
For recruiters, it can seem as though there's never enough time in the day. Combing through hundreds of resumes, posting jobs to multiple websites, conducting effective interviews,
Citi Diamond Preferred Card Review – 0% APR for 18 MonthsMarch 26, 2012
If you are a credit card user currently in debt, there is a powerful option available to reduce or eliminate the interest you are accruing. By transferring existing balances to a
Citi ThankYou Preferred Credit Card Review – 25,000 Points BonusMarch 23, 2012
Mention frequent flyer miles and you are likely to get a range of reactions. There are those who seek to out-game the system by redeeming miles for the elusive high value rewards
Discover Motiva Credit Card Review – 0% APR for 15 MonthsMarch 23, 2012
People who carry credit card debt often find crafty ways to get out of it. A commonly employed tactic is to use a 0% promotional balance transfer offer to eliminate interest
Match.com Review – Best Online Dating Site?March 13, 2012
It's been a few years since I've used online dating sites, and the scene has certainly changed. However, one constant is that Match.com remains a leader among sites that help you
