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Would you bet on your New Year’s resolution?

It’s that time of year again for the big Resolution. While it’s no secret that few actually follow through with their resolutions, would money incentives motivate you more to reach your set goal? Two apps attempt to help users do this through making a bet – where your money is literally put on the line […]

Reuse your July 4 decorations!

Had plenty of red, white and blue props from your July 4 party last week? Lucky you can use them twice this year! The Summer Olympics 2012 is right around the corner on July 27. Have a watch party to cheer on Team USA with family and friends, while not wasting more money or the […]

Red, white and blue dishes for cheap

While BBQs have always been a classic for July 4, you can still incorporate red, white and blue vegetable and fruit side dishes to celebrate the flag’s holiday and keep the summer cook-out cool. Even better, with the right ingredients, you can celebrate on the cheap! For our readers, we’ve aggregated by color some vegetables […]

Holiday Payback – Part 3

As the first month in 2012 is coming to a close, how are your finances looking after the 2011 holiday season? Are you making a conscious effort to pay back that debt? To finish up our series on how you can save to reduce your debt, try out these few tips to get back into […]

Holiday Payback – Part 2

With the 2011 holiday season being deemed a retail “success,” people are struggling with their debt in January 2012. Continuing with last week’s post, here are some ways to cut back reasonably painlessly in order to pay down your debt. Stop buying bottled waters or sodas – Instead of using the vending machine at work […]

Improve Your Odds of Keeping 2012 Financial Resolutions

With the New Year just beginning, why not make it your most productive year yet! Below are a number of tips that can help you become more productive in your life and with your finances. Make a Do-Not-Do List – Instead of an average to do list, create a list that says what you will […]

Five Financial Tips for the New Year

With 2012 just around the corner, take time to write down your goals and establish a budget for the new year. Here are five tips from CBS Money Watch to help you create a budget and keep on track with your spending for next year. Have a money buddy – A money buddy is someone […]

How To Avoid Post Holiday Debt

According to recent studies, the average American household has over $15,000 in debt. The best way to do your holiday shopping this season is to avoid accumulating debt in the first place. Since Christmas is less than two weeks away, it is important to still follow a few tips when doing your last minute shopping. […]

Manage Your Holiday Shipping Costs

The holiday season is also a package season. With the Internet and the availability of online shopping, it is important to watch out for the shipping costs. Because of the time of year, the cost to ship a package could almost double from its normal shipping rate. Here are a few ideas to help you […]

Three Major Drawbacks of Store Credit Cards

While doing your holiday shopping, you’ll notice the signs that read “apply for a store credit card and receive 25% off your entire purchase.” It sounds like a no-brainer, especially on major holiday purchases. But it is important to remember that there are consequences from opening these credit cards and you should take the time […]