Money Management
- Sub-topics:
- Banking
- Budgeting
- Insurance
- Spending and Saving
- Taxes
Featured

I am a serial budget-maker. The number-crunching, the spreadsheets, the organization - I'm absolutely addicted. However, over the years, I've nursed a love-hate relationship with my budget. I love how it organizes my funds, but I hate actually having to adjust my spending to meet what a spreadsheet tells me. So, what's someone with the best intentions to do when a budget isn't working? It's

Living with others isn't easy. Several years ago, my friends and I decided to get a house together. We were all incredibly excited and made promises to split everything evenly, from rent, to utilities, to chores. However, it wasn't long before the problems started. One roommate was constantly late in paying his portion of the bills. Another was obsessed about splitting every cost, even the $0.99
Recent Articles in Money Management
7 Updated Financial Money Mantras for Modern TimesApril 8, 2013
We live in a modern world. I wake up in the morning to find my smartphone telling me that my daughter's permission slip is due and it's "pirate day" for my son's preschool. I hop
Best New Bank Account Promotions, Offers & Free MoneyApril 8, 2013
With many financial institutions experiencing a decrease in profits, banks are vying for your business. This is good news for you, because instead of just offering standard perks
7 Best Ways to Keep Your Money Safe When TravelingApril 3, 2013
Are you eagerly counting down the days to your next vacation? After working hard throughout the year, you deserve a few days of relaxation and fun. But regardless of how excited
7 Reasons Why Your Personal Budget Is Failing and How to Fix ItApril 2, 2013
I am a serial budget-maker. The number-crunching, the spreadsheets, the organization - I'm absolutely addicted. However, over the years, I've nursed a love-hate relationship with
Moving Out of Your Parents’ House – 6 Financial Tips to Live on Your OwnMarch 28, 2013
Moving out of your parents' house just may be the most important step you take toward independence. You can finally live by your own rules, without curfews or restrictions, and
Managing Money With Roommates – 8 Do’s & Don’tsMarch 27, 2013
Living with others isn't easy. Several years ago, my friends and I decided to get a house together. We were all incredibly excited and made promises to split everything evenly,
Best 11 Fun, Free Things to Do in New Orleans, LAMarch 21, 2013
For more than 175 years, "The Crescent City" has been a popular tourist destination for Mardi Gras. However, there are plenty of great reasons to visit any time of year. One of the
How Parents Can Maximize Tax Deductions & Credits for ChildrenMarch 19, 2013
It is that time of the year again: The days you wrestle with old receipts, canceled checks, W-2 forms, 1099s, and monthly statements from your banks, mortgage brokers, and credit
12 Ways to Lower Your Heating Bills and Save MoneyMarch 12, 2013
I grew up in an old, uninsulated farmhouse, and winters were cold, both inside and out. I swore that when I grew up I'd never be cold again. Though you'd think that this requires
How to Make a Family Budget With Your KidsMarch 6, 2013
When you and your spouse decide that you need to tighten the purse strings and start socking away money, how do you do it? Chances are, you rearrange your deposits so more cash
Reviews in Money Management
SavingsAngel Review – Save on Groceries by Matching Sales to CouponsJanuary 9, 2013
My family and I are always on the lookout for great deals at grocery stores, pharmacies, and general goods stores. When we find a deal that results in 50% off of an item we like to
September 6, 2012
Americans have begun to express a growing dissatisfaction with traditional banks. In just the last three months of 2011, more than 600,000 people abandoned their bank to go with an
Personal Capital Review – Online Financial Advisor & Account AggregationAugust 27, 2012
These days, many American families have a bewildering array of financial accounts. Between checking and savings accounts, credit card accounts, insurance companies, money market
WhiteFence Review – Your Assistant for Monthly Bill SavingsJuly 20, 2012
One of the best ways to save money is to reduce your monthly bills. However, researching and investigating the many different discounts and pricing plans for services such as
American Express Personal Savings Review – Savings Account & CDsJune 4, 2012
If you have money to invest, but can't commit to long-term investment vehicles such as a 401k plan or Roth IRA, a high-yield savings account or certificate of deposit could meet



