Money

  • Score Savings by Refinancing Your Mortgage

    Housing is one of the biggest expenses most people shoulder, so reducing your monthly housing bill can make a big difference in your overall budget. For the millions of people who have a mortgage, refinancing provides one of the best…

  • 10 Ideas for a Budget-Friendly Guys’ or Girls’ Night In

    Taylor Swift is the new queen of girls’ night in. Every week, it seems, Swift posts another photo on Instagram of herself with her famous friends cooking, singing, and dancing in the living room. No doubt guys and girls alike…

  • What It Costs to Opt Out of Obamacare

    While filing taxes this year you may notice a new question on the form: Did you have health insurance throughout 2014? If yes, check the box. If no, a penalty will be deducted from any refund or added to the…

  • Enroll in Automatic Bill Pay and Save

    Automatic bill pay is yet another perk of the ever-evolving instantaneous Internet age. Many consumers take advantage of this convenient, rewarding way of paying bills. Others remain wary about authorizing a company to withdraw funds directly from their bank account…

  • Save $400: Take the Frugal Month Challenge in February

    The holidays may provide a festive reprieve from the daily grind, but as a rule of thumb, they’re not good for your wallet. With January comes a return to real life and living on a tight budget as you pay…

  • 10 Tips for Sewing Your Way to Savings

    Sewing does require skill, no doubt about that. But for certain projects around the house or in your closet, it may be a worthwhile skill to learn and put to use. Sewing can save you a bundle on clothing and…

  • 10 Things You May Not Realize Car Insurance Covers

    Have you ever carefully read your auto insurance policy? Understanding what’s covered and what’s not is critical, not least because knowing the details can save you money. Be sure to…

  • 10 Deal Finders to Follow in 2015

    Bargain hunters, rejoice: There are more tools than ever to help you find sales, deals, and coupon codes. Companies whose sole purpose is to make finding coupons and coupon codes…

  • What’s Worth More: Your Money or Your Time?

    My banker husband has always said, “Time is money.” I understood the point but never put the old adage to the test. We all probably have a different bottom line…

  • 50 Best Money-Saving Tips of the Year

    Another year is coming to an end, presenting a chance to reflect on what we learned during the past 12 months. From electricity costs to credit cards, we’ve covered it…

  • Which Smartphone Insurance Is Best?

    Opinions differ on whether extended warranties for electronics and other expensive items are worth the cost. But the peace of mind that comes with having phone insurance if your hand…

  • Do You Know Your Credit Score?

    It’s almost a monthly occurrence: The servers of large retailers, banks, and medical facilities are hacked and customer data, including names, addresses, credit card information, and even Social Security numbers…

  • 10 Discounts That Veterans Won’t Want to Miss

    Veterans Day provides an occasion to honor those who have served in the armed forces, but veterans are also recognized in small ways throughout the year. Although veterans discounts may…

  • What You Need to Know About Travel Health Insurance

    At the end of last year Heather Leikin travelled from Los Angeles to Mexico for a birthday and New Year’s celebration. But what was planned as a pleasant getaway turned…

  • Do You Need to Buy Rental Car Insurance?

    Whether you’re renting a car for a day or an entire week, you’ve probably had a friend or relative tell you to waive the offered insurance. “Your credit card has…

  • What Are the Best Free Resources for Learning Personal Finance?

    From 401(k)s to the monthly budget, personal finance can be a dull and difficult subject to master. Countless articles and paid and free courses tackle the matter from a variety…

  • Should You Head Outside the City for Cheaper Gas?

    Have you ever made a U-turn to reach the gas station on the other side of the street because the price is cheaper than at the one straight ahead? But…

  • Do Business Travelers Need Travel Insurance?

    Travel insurance is popular among families planning vacations, but is extra insurance a smart move if you’re a business traveler? As an employee traveling on business, your company likely holds…