Money

  • Ranking Hotel Rewards: Where Should Your Loyalty Lie?

    Even for infrequent travelers, hotel loyalty programs are worth joining. Membership is free and often yields benefits right off the bat. It may be just a small perk, such as late checkout, or a true money saver such as free…

  • How to Find the Best Rewards Credit Card for You

    In the right hands a frugal and disciplined shopper can use rewards credit cards to save on every purchase. Finding the best cash-back or rewards credit card to leverage your shopping habits can be tricky, though. Each card comes with…

  • 10 Money-Saving Questions to Ask a Real Estate Agent

    When perusing the listings of homes for sale, it may seem easiest to just contact the first real estate agent who pops up or whose name appears in the mailer you received. But the truth is, real estate agents have…

  • 10 Summer Travel Tips for Students on a Budget

    At the end of the school year, many students hit the road looking for adventure. Fledgling scholars can use their summer break to acquire new skills, learn a foreign language, volunteer to help others, or simply enjoy life while seeing…

  • 10 Ways to Save on Amusement Parks

    Americans love amusement parks, the classic summer retreat for people of all ages for more than a century. This is a $12 billion a year industry, according to the International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions, and as any park…

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    10 Memberships That Pay for Themselves

    Many buying clubs and online services charge a monthly or annual fee. Before paying for membership, it’s important to weigh the costs and benefits of joining. Cheapism.com found 10 memberships that pay for themselves through discounts and deals. AAA For…

  • Don’t Touch the Minibar! How to Avoid 10 Annoying Hotel Fees

    It’s easier than ever to find good deals on hotel rooms online, but the actual price at the check-out counter is often higher due to fees and charges that are…

  • 13 Money-Saving Apple Watch Apps

    With a starting price of $349, the Apple Watch is anything but cheap. Money-saving apps available on the latest smartwatch, however, can help recoup some of the cost. From budget…

  • Money Experts: What I Wish I Had Learned Sooner

    Parents pass along many lessons and values to their children, but financial education is one subject often ignored. Clearly, the costs of ignorance can be high — just how large…

  • 13 Foods to Keep Your Wallet and Waistline in Check

    Saving money and slimming down are top priorities for countless people. Luckily, many foods that naturally encourage weight loss and a healthy lifestyle are among the least expensive products at…

  • 5 Cheap and Easy App Builders for Small Businesses

    You run a small business with an ace website. But more and more consumers are accessing the web on mobile devices, so it’s critical that your company have an app,…

  • 10 Ways to Attend a Conference for Less (or for Free)

    Industry conferences can be a vital way to keep up with the latest trends, earn continuing education units, and make connections. People who attend on behalf of their employers can…

  • 16 Tips for Teaching the Kids About Money

    There are several “talks” that parents have with their children over the years. The sex talk, the drugs talk, and perhaps less common, but just as important, the money talk.…

  • 7 Tips When Applying for Student Financial Aid

    With tuition, fees, supplies, and living expenses averaging in the tens of thousands of dollars a year, a college education is an enormous investment. For many students, financial aid can…

  • How Much Allowance Is Right for Your Child?

    An allowance can teach a child many valuable lessons. But money can be a mixed blessing, so it’s important to settle on an appropriate amount before doling out dollars. Consider…

  • Get Active! 12 Places to Find Workout Clothing for Less

    Companies like Lululemon and Athleta brought high style to workout gear, with high prices to match. Still, you can climb down the price ladder and land in territory where fitness…

  • 12 Ways to Insure Your Home for Less

    The wealth of many families is tied to the value of their home, and it makes sense to protect that investment with an insurance policy — something that’s probably required…

  • Your First House: 13 Tips for Saving and Buying

    The advantages of home ownership are many: building equity; tax deductions; the promise of appreciating value; and having a place that belongs to you. With mortgage rates at historic lows,…