The Great Candy Buy Back
There’s a novel way to help your kids save money…if they have a stash of Halloween candy left. A group of dentists have collaborated for the…
Changes to Student Loans Help Parents
College costs keep rising, which means parents and students are borrowing more money. While you should do everything possible to keep from racking up tens of…
It Was a Good September
Last month was a good one for the stock market–the best September since 1939. Usually, September is the stock market’s worst month. Yet, September 2010 was…
Searching for Debt Relief?
Many consumers with credit card balances hanging over their heads are searching for an easy way out. Alas, nothing is easy, and you eventually pay for…
Need to Curb the Urge to Splurge?
Can’t resist a bargain? If you are often tempted to buy on impulse, here’s an idea…Think in terms of how many hours you must work to…
Where’s the Beef?
What’s it take to feed an average family of four? About $140 a week if you’re thrifty, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture. If you…
Need Better Banking Option?
The recent bank closings and ultra-low interest rates might prompt you to go looking for a better place to stash your cash these days. To find…
Renters vs. Owners?
According to the Federal Reserve Bank’s Survey of Consumer Finances, the net worth of a typical homeowner is 46 times greater than the net worth of…
Career Outlook?
Chances are, you will have several jobs during your working years. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, American adults change jobs at least 10…
New Way Parents Can Dole Out Allowances
American Express now has a new card–PASS is a prepaid card that parents can give their kids to prepare them to handle credit cards later. PASS…
The Money Godmother 