Until about five years ago, I used to carry my checkbook everywhere. In fact, some of my purses even had a special compartment that provided easy access to my oft-used pad of checks. Nowadays, however, I leave my checkbook at home. In fact, I can’t remember the last time I wrote a paper check. This change
As telecommuting and freelancing become more common, coworking is turning into a viable alternative to working from home or a traditional office. While there are several advantages to coworking, including increased social interaction, access to conference rooms, and the ability to establish a better work-life balance, sharing office space can be more expensive than you
It seems that every few months, the media reports a case about an elderly person who was bilked out of his or her savings, investments, or home by an unscrupulous caretaker, family member, or garden-variety con artist. In fact, the American Psychological Association claims that there are at least four million cases of elder abuse
If you’re planning on buying a computer, dining at a restaurant, or hiring a contractor, you’re also probably planning to check out online reviews of the various options beforehand. While this can be a great way of verifying the quality or legitimacy of a product or service, some sites (and the reviews they contain) are
While many people think of beauty and grooming services as frivolous expenditures, the truth is that your personal appearance can make a huge difference in your finances. When you look and feel attractive, you have more self-confidence, which is something that employers and colleagues alike will pick up on. Still, maintaining a beauty or grooming
Back in 2008, I began what was a series of five moves over the coming three years. Three of the moves were local, and two cross-country. During this time, I learned a great deal about relocating – particularly how expensive it can be. I also learned quite a bit about how to save money when
Strategies such as extreme couponing, waiting for sales, and shopping at your local dollar store can save you money on products you need. But don’t overlook the humble second-hand store as a great way to save a lot of money on brand name items. Effective thrift store shopping takes time, but you can find beautiful,
Ah, the joys of moving to a new rental apartment or house! Not only do you have to get packed up and move, but you also have to save up the cash to make a deposit on a new place and wait for your current landlord to return the deposit you paid when you first
