What The Experts Are Saying
-
Jane Bryant Quinn says: Q&A: What will your kid’s college really cost? Just know that all financial aid isn't created equal. » More from Jane
-
Mechel Glass says: Q&A: How can I stay motivated to spend less and save more? Try using fun competition to meet your financial goals. » More from Mechel
-
Brent Lince says: Q&A: What is holistic financial planning? Independent financial decisions do not exist. » More from The Garrett Network
-
Erin Baehr says: Q&A: How can I afford to stay home with my baby? Planning is a vital step when altering your budget. » More from NAPFA
The Latest
-
May 24, 2013
NEW YORK (MainStreet) — For recent high school grads headed to college, the list of summer to-dos can seem endless. From picking out dorm decor to...
-
May 24, 2013
NEW YORK (MainStreet) — How bad have things gotten for millennials?
Their financial situation is so grim that they may...
-
May 24, 2013
Counting the hours until you get paid again — we’ve all been there, whether it was begging your parents for an...
-
May 24, 2013
BOSTON (MainStreet) — A recent poll shows few Americans know the ins and outs of homeowners' insurance — even though misunderstandings can wipe you out if disaster strikes and you're not...
-
May 24, 2013
I would never say I’m a huge sports fan. In fact, that might be one of the last ways I would describe myself. That being said, I do live in Chicago, and I have a serious attachment to the concept of Chicago sports teams. Both sides of my...
-
May 24, 2013
SAN DIEGO (MainStreet) — The season of outdoor dining is officially here.
And whether it's the surrounding scenery and architecture, the sunshine or the bottomless mimosas, nothing...
-
May 23, 2013
These days, it can be difficult to get a mortgage loan even if you have a solid employment history and credit score. But the bar can be even higher for those who are their own boss.
... -
May 23, 2013
I recently came across the following quote on Tumblr, attributed to Socrates: "He is richest who is content with the least, for contentment is the wealth of nature."
Now, I've been doing really well with sticking to a strict budget for a...
-
May 23, 2013
It all depends on how much money you think you can save each year. Fancy plans let you save 25 percent of your income or more. Modest plans have low contribution limits.
If you won’t put away any more than $5,000 a year ($6,500 if you...
-
May 23, 2013
NEW YORK (MainStreet) — A growing number of reports say lenders are granting mortgages with down payments...
Most Popular
I Am 1 Percent: Living life with no cash
Crisis Button: I just found out we're having a baby!
10 summer camps for the grown-ups
Why your breakfast is now a key economic indicator
Frugal Rules: Can I go on summer vacation if I’m still in debt?
5 budget-friendly summer recipes
Spent Mama: Planning a summer of fun with the kids












