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Do You Put Groceries On Your Credit Card?

BoomerandEcho — Sat, 26 May 2012 16:10:23 EDT

For some people, there's a psychological barrier that exists when it comes to using credit cards for essentials like groceries, gas and prescriptions.

5 Vote(s)

Don’t Fall for these 5 Telephone Scams

CreditCardsCA — Sat, 26 May 2012 08:50:59 EDT

There are a number of telephone scams out there, and you need to be on the alert. Here are 5 telephone scams to watch out for

7 Vote(s)

Should You Bank at Your Brokerage?

MMarquit — Sat, 26 May 2012 05:24:23 EDT

With bank fees continuing to frustrate consumers, some brokerages are stepping in to fill what they perceive as a need. It isn't much of a surprise that some are beginning to wonder if it might be easier to simply bank with a broker.

8 Vote(s)

My 3 Biggest Money Mistakes & How You Can Avoid Them | Money Smart Life

MMarquit — Sat, 26 May 2012 04:22:25 EDT

Like most of us, I've made my share of money mistakes. I've been fortunate that I've been able to recover from most of them without too much damage to my finances.Here they are and with how you might be able to avoid falling into the same traps.

9 Vote(s)

5 High Yield Dividend Stocks Go Ex-Dividend May 28-June 1

MMarquit — Sat, 26 May 2012 04:22:24 EDT

Next week is going to be a busy one for ex-dividend dates. With the end of the month coming on, it's no surprise that there are several stocks going ex-dividend between May 28 and June 1.

9 Vote(s)

How Much Could a DUI Cost You?

MMarquit — Sat, 26 May 2012 04:10:58 EDT

When we think of DUI offenses, we often think about the dangers posed to society. It might help some to re-think their habits if they really take a look at how much a DUI could cost over the long term.

9 Vote(s)

New Graduate? Tips for the Job Hunt

MMarquit — Sat, 26 May 2012 04:10:55 EDT

College graduations are being celebrated, and newly-minted grads are looking for jobs. If you are just graduating, you will want to be able to stand out during the job search. You also need to be ready to take advantage of any opportunity that comes.

9 Vote(s)

How Can I Get My Credit Card Fees Reversed?

MMarquit — Sat, 26 May 2012 04:10:49 EDT

One of the ways that credit card issuers make big money is through fees. For them, credit card fees are a big part of the business. Unfortunately, these fees also represent major drains on your wealth.

9 Vote(s)

US Dollar Strengthens as European Problems Continue

MMarquit — Sat, 26 May 2012 03:32:33 EDT

Earlier, the US dollar fell back a little bit on the Forex market. However, the greenback is once again higher against its European counterparts, gaining as uncertainty over Greece - and other countries in the eurozone - continues.

9 Vote(s)

Japanese Yen Remains Stronger Against European Currencies

MMarquit — Fri, 25 May 2012 21:06:29 EDT

The Japanese yen continues to appreciate against European currencies, thanks to the uncertainty in Europe. Concerns about what's next for the eurozone are weighing on risk, and the Japanese yen is once again being used as a safe haven currency.

9 Vote(s)

My Ultimate Travel Tip to Save Money – House Swap! | Canadian Personal Finance

groceryalerts — Fri, 25 May 2012 17:29:03 EDT

My best travel tip to save money is to avoid hotels and try house swaps. I have done 3 house swaps to save money on hotels and eating out while traveling and they were all amazing experiences.

5 Vote(s)

10 ways Canadians can save money at the movies

groceryalerts — Fri, 25 May 2012 17:28:54 EDT

Before making your picks as to what you are planning to watch, you should consider how to spend your movie budget. In anticipation, I wanted to share 10 ways Canadians can save money at the movies.

6 Vote(s)

Traveling This Summer? Don’t Forget Your Credit Card!

moneymatters — Fri, 25 May 2012 17:28:52 EDT

For maximum security when you travel, it's often a good idea to bring your credit card along. It can help you in cases of theft, help you to rack up reward points and more.

9 Vote(s)

Are You Really Getting a Good Deal when Shopping at Outlet Stores?

onemoneydesign — Fri, 25 May 2012 12:58:22 EDT

Are outlet malls that great of a deal? Follow these tips to make sure you get a good deal when shopping at outlet stores.

6 Vote(s)

Why I Love Redbox for Movie Rentals

onemoneydesign — Fri, 25 May 2012 12:58:19 EDT

With Redbox you make your selection on a touch screen, swipe your credit or debit card, your video pops out and you're on your way home.

6 Vote(s)

The Prince of Wales, Mortgages, Facehole and Random Thoughts

bigcajunman — Fri, 25 May 2012 12:58:18 EDT

Last week the finance minister quipped about Canadians being too picky when it comes to finding jobs. No one seems to have jumped on him too hard about that one, but speaking as someone who has done some pretty crappy jobs in his time, I think his point of view is "skewed" at best (wrong at worst).

7 Vote(s)

Stop Being So Obsessed With Saving Every Penny

DollarVersity — Fri, 25 May 2012 12:58:16 EDT

Saving for the future is an oft-neglected aspect of financial planning. Some take it to the opposite extreme and concentrate all their energy on retirement planning. There needs to be a balance in order to avoid regrets and enjoy all aspects of one's lifecycle.

7 Vote(s)

How Credit Cards Help You Build a Credit History

craigbrokowski — Fri, 25 May 2012 12:58:14 EDT

When you use a credit card you are affecting your credit history. Use it wisely and you can build up your credit history with your credit card. See how.

11 Vote(s)

How Much Does It Cost to Make a Website?

mike-collins — Fri, 25 May 2012 12:56:35 EDT

If you've ever wondered how much it costs to make a website, you might be surprised at the answer. Learn what you absolutely must have and some neat extras too.

12 Vote(s)

5 Keys to Stock Market Success

mike-collins — Fri, 25 May 2012 12:53:48 EDT

Investing in the stock market is one of the best ways to build long term wealth. Here are 5 things you can do to help maximize your chances of success.

10 Vote(s)

Prepaid Debit Cards and Your Savings • Novel Investor

peterphunk — Fri, 25 May 2012 12:27:13 EDT

With the hubbub about these new cards, it's important to consider how any prepaid debit card could be beneficial or detrimental to how you save money.

6 Vote(s)

10 Tips For Saving Money While You Travel

moneymatters — Fri, 25 May 2012 12:26:52 EDT

There are a ton of ways to save money on travel without cutting out all the fun. Here are ten tips for saving money while traveling.

8 Vote(s)

Book Review & Giveaway: How Not To Move Back In With Your Parents

MyUniversityMoney — Fri, 25 May 2012 10:11:51 EDT

Rob Carrick, has recently released his new book: How Not To Move Back In With Your Parents - The Young Person's Guide To Financial Empowerment. As you can tell, Mr. Carrick is not a fan of short of book titles!

10 Vote(s)

When Should You Go Back to School?

MyUniversityMoney — Fri, 25 May 2012 10:11:51 EDT

One question many people face today is when should they go back to school. Some earn an associate's degree and never find the time to go back to school. Others take different career or trade paths and are looking to get back into school to earn an advanced degree such as bachelor degrees.

9 Vote(s)

4 Ways Hawkeye Changed to Improve His Career | Make Spend Save Invest

MMarquit — Fri, 25 May 2012 08:23:01 EDT

If you want to improve your financial situation, making more money and possibly boosting your career, you need to be adaptable. You have to be willing to make changes, and adapt to new situations. Clint Barton - aka Hawkeye - knows all about changing the plan and moving forward.

9 Vote(s)

The Student Loan Bubble

MMarquit — Fri, 25 May 2012 08:23:00 EDT

Right now, there is a great deal of concern about the student loan bubble. The worries center around the fact that there is currently more student loan debt than there is credit card debt or auto loan debt. What will happen if the bubble bursts?

9 Vote(s)

7 Best Cars for College Students

MMarquit — Fri, 25 May 2012 02:59:54 EDT

As another school draws to a close, thousands of high school seniors around the country are preparing to head off to college. For many, this means that it's time to get a car.

9 Vote(s)

How DRIPs Can Help Boost Your Retirement Portfolio

MMarquit — Fri, 25 May 2012 02:59:51 EDT

There are a number of strategies employed when building up a retirement portfolio. One of the ways you can boost your efforts to build up your nest egg is to use dividend reinvestment plans.

10 Vote(s)

Tricks Used to Get You to Spend Your Money

MMarquit — Fri, 25 May 2012 02:59:50 EDT

Everywhere you turn, someone is trying to part you from your hard-earned cash. Indeed, there are several tricks that can be used to encourage you to spend money that you didn't exactly mean to part with. It helps to understand the techniques used to help you feel as though spending money is the right option.

12 Vote(s)

Tax Efficient Investing – Do You Need Everything in a Tax-Advantaged Account?

MMarquit — Fri, 25 May 2012 02:59:49 EDT

When it comes to investing, it's a good idea to consider the tax consequences of your decisions. Without a plan in place, you could end up paying more tax than you really need to. While I don't advocate avoiding taxes, I do think that legally increasing your tax efficiency is smart.

11 Vote(s)

Better Data Boosts Risk Appetite, Sending US Dollar Lower

MMarquit — Fri, 25 May 2012 02:48:24 EDT

US dollar is moving lower right now, thanks to improved risk appetite. Most of that risk appetite is coming from enthusiasm over better data in the United States. Improvements to the US economy are helping high beta currencies, even after continued disappointment in Europe and China.

10 Vote(s)

Euro Can’t Maintain Gains in Forex Trading

MMarquit — Fri, 25 May 2012 02:48:22 EDT

Worries about the eurozone, and what's next for the currency region, are causing doubt, and uncertainty means that Forex traders are looking for safety - and safety can't be found in the euro right now.

10 Vote(s)

What is a Business Development Company?

Wealthpilgrim — Thu, 24 May 2012 23:31:40 EDT

If you've been tempted to buy alternative investments you may run across the option of putting your money into a Business Development Company (BDC) but after you read this I hope you'll decide to just stay clear.

8 Vote(s)

Why You Don’t Have To Love What You Sell When Starting An Online Store

mywifequitherjob — Thu, 24 May 2012 14:53:17 EDT

Do you really need to be excited about your products in order to run a successful online store? How important is passion?

13 Vote(s)

How to Become a Meteorite Hunter & Make $5,000+ Per Rock

latishadstyles — Thu, 24 May 2012 14:47:59 EDT

Last week I shared with you a story about a stay-at-home mom who recently found a $20,000 meteorite while walking the dog.
But, did you know that there are people who hunt for meteorites for a living? And that they're making thousands of dollars every year by reselling them to collectors?

6 Vote(s)

Individual Investor – Benefits of Self Directed Investment Management

AAAMPblog — Thu, 24 May 2012 13:47:17 EDT

The individual investor has never before had the benefits of self directed investing available today. As times change, so are investor choices.

10 Vote(s)

Which Country Has The Best Student Bank Accounts: UK vs. US

latishadstyles — Thu, 24 May 2012 13:29:23 EDT

I get a lot of UK readers on this site, so I thought that it would be fun to do a little research on UK banking and see which country has the best bank accounts for students: the United States or the United Kingdom?

9 Vote(s)

Property Tax: Housing Bubble’s Lamprey

bigcajunman — Thu, 24 May 2012 13:29:20 EDT

After yesterday's post on Financial Psychology of Money, there was a good comment on how Property Taxes can add an interesting twist in my statement: " … the only time the price of your house matters is when you sell it … ".

8 Vote(s)

Good High Yield Dividend Stocks are Better Alternatives to Bonds Today

craigbrokowski — Thu, 24 May 2012 13:16:56 EDT

In today's economy bonds may not be a great investment. See why a good high yield dividend stock may be a better investing alternative.

13 Vote(s)

How Safe Are Your Finances From Your Kids?

latishadstyles — Thu, 24 May 2012 13:07:49 EDT

Children can do a number to the family finances, so what can you do to protect your financial future.

5 Vote(s)