The Quizzle Wire

The Elderly Are Getting Richer; The Young, Not So Much

Benjamin Gran — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 11:00:06 +0000

The past few years of economic turmoil have been hard on millions of Americans, but some Americans are weathering the storm better than others. Older Americans have seen significant gains in financial well-being compared with younger generations. According to a recent report from the Pew Research Center, there is a rising “Age Gap” in America’s wealth. Find out what this gap is and the lessons we can learn from it.

Avoid Scaring Potential Home Buyers; How to Get Rid of Pet Odors

Kristie Lorette — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 11:00:34 +0000

Cats, dogs and other furry friends are members of our families. But when it comes to selling your home, many potential homebuyers don't want to meet these family members - and they certainly don't want to smell them as they walk through the front door. If you're in the process of getting your home ready to put on the market, you have a lot of work ahead of you. One of your primary goals is going to be to ensure that your house doesn't smell like your pets. Fortunately, you can be proactive about this and lower your risk of turning off potential home buyers.

Rise of the Hypermiler; How to Save Money on Gas by Changing the Way You Drive

Benjamin Gran — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 11:00:39 +0000

How would you like to save 30 percent on gas? In an era of rising gas prices, drivers all over America are looking for ways to save. But unfortunately, gas stations don’t usually issue coupons. So instead of hoping for a price cut or buying a hybrid car, what if you could use less gas? What if you could drive your existing car differently, saving gas to the point that getting better gas mileage became a way of life?

What the Heck is Credit Utilization?

Bill Rice — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 11:00:29 +0000

Do you know what credit utilization is or how it may be negatively impacting your credit score? We give you the scoop.

Leave It to the Pros: Q&A with Personal Finance Author Kathy Spencer

Kate Parham — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 11:00:43 +0000

In round seven of our "Leave It to the Pros" series, we talk with Kathy Spencer, author of "How to Shop for Free." Kathy offers advice on how to save money, how to shop on a budget and the most important financial advice she's ever received.

How to Make Money on Elance

Benjamin Gran — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 11:00:41 +0000

If you have skills in writing, marketing, graphic design, web development, programming, or many other professional fields, you can make money freelancing on Elance. Find out how to do it and how to be successful from someone who has done it for himself.

How to Throw a Fun & Frugal Super Bowl Party

Juliana Weiss-Roessler — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 11:00:18 +0000

Boom! Your team is winning, baby, and it’s gotten you excited about having your buddies over to watch the big game on the new giant flatscreen you got for the holidays. But even though you want it to be the coolest Super Bowl party anyone’s ever been to, you’re not looking to spend an entire month’s salary on it. Relax. We’ve got you covered. There are plenty of cool things you can do and still have money to pay next month’s rent. Starting with the kickoff (e.g. invite), our game plan doesn’t miss a thing.

The Secret to Successful Investing: Consistency

Stephanie Hamilton — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 11:00:38 +0000

Investing can be tricky business. Even for the most well-informed and experienced investors, uncertainties and unpredictable business climates create lots of question marks. In an effort to stem some of the uncertainty, investors are continually searching for the “secret” - the investment strategy used by those who have experienced profound success. If you’ve been searching for that secret, you may be surprised to learn that it can be summed up in just one word: consistency.

Can I Use My Spouse’s Good Credit?

Bill Rice — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 11:00:19 +0000

As an old relationship adage goes, “Opposites attract,” so might your credit scores. Many marriages seem to unite polar opposite credit scores. If your credit score is poor, but your spouse’s is good, is there hope for qualifying for a better credit card, auto loan, or mortgage? The short answer is, “Yes.” However, there are a few things to consider when you and your spouse are applying for new credit.

Leave It to the Pros: Q&A with Financial Expert Lynnette Khalfani-Cox

Kate Parham — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 11:00:43 +0000

Welcome back to the Leave it to the Pros series, where we ask the country's top financial experts important questions about your personal finances. We’re up to round six, sitting down today with Lynnette Khalfani-Cox. Co-founder of the free financial advice blog, AskTheMoneyCoach.com, Lynnette also heads up MyMoneyCircles.com, a free personal finance boot camp that launches this month.