Follow the Financial Lead of These 3 Money-Savvy Actresses by Caroline Bennett Jun 14th 2013 11:15AM Not all of Hollywood's elite burn through money like it's going out of style. These stars are smart with their finances, and anyone can follow their scripts.
Living in a Van Was the Best Financial Decision I Ever Made by The Motley Fool Jun 13th 2013 11:55AM Most people would consider living in a van an embarrassment, but Ken Ilungas just views it as a smart choice that let him get his graduate degree while staying debt free.
'It's MY Money, Mom': What to Do When Kids Get Cash Gifts by Michele Lerner Jun 5th 2013 1:15PM That birthday check from grandma is more than a present -- it's an opportunity to start letting your child learn how to handle money in the future.
Money Rules for Artists: How to Do Well Without Selling Out by Michele Lerner May 30th 2013 10:36AM Artists often resist the idea of financial planning; indeed, not caring about money is a point of pride. But escaping that mindset can help them achieve their creative dreams.
Not Doing Better Than Mom and Dad: The Stunning Fall of Gen X by Business Insider May 30th 2013 5:00AM For the most part, generations in America have followed a similar storyline: Kids grow up to do better than their parents. But that story ended with Generation X.
How We Got Rid of $136,000 in Debt in 21 Months by Michele Lerner May 29th 2013 5:00AM Jennifer and Levi Ennis thought their debt levels were normal -- then they got a financial health wake-up call. And the way they chose to get debt-free was anything but usual.
How I Squandered My Inheritance at Age 18 by LearnVest May 17th 2013 4:35PM Lyn Roman inherited a small trust fund, and spent it all in a year. But the lessons she learned from her mistakes, and how she bounced back from them, have been priceless.
How Fast Should You Cut Your Debt? by Credit.com May 17th 2013 12:30PM Determining how fast you can and should pay off your debts starts with a few simple steps -- and first among them is understanding how you got into debt to start with.
10 Signs You're Heading for a Money Meltdown by Michele Lerner May 13th 2013 5:00AM We all want to avoid facing hard financial truths sometimes, but ignore these 10 warning signs of an impending money disaster at your own peril.
She Lost $35,000 on Slots, Then Got Her Finances Back on Track by Credit.com May 10th 2013 9:25AM Linda Mannerberg lost $35,000 to a crippling gambling addiction. Here's how she got her financial life back in order in just one year.
Money Lessons From Mom by Dan Caplinger May 8th 2013 5:00AM As Mother's Day approaches, the author remembers the lessons his mother taught about saving money and living well.
Our Most Embarrassing Money Moments Revealed by Michele Lerner May 2nd 2013 5:00AM Nearly everyone has had cringe-worthy moments relating to cash -- with strangers, friends, co-workers, even family. A new survey reveals the most common, and the most painful.
Are Free Online College Courses Worth Your Time? by CNNMoney Apr 30th 2013 11:00AM You can take college courses online for free -- but can you get credit for them?
How a Single Mom of Three Scrapes by on a $40,000 Salary by Matt Brownell Apr 25th 2013 5:00AM A single mom of three shares the sacrifices she has to make and the contortions she has to undertake to make ends meet on her slim $40,000 salary, plus child support.
Women and Money: Saving, Struggling and Teaching the Kids by Michele Lerner Apr 23rd 2013 5:00AM A global survey on financial literacy confirms it: Men and women have different financial priorities. But what may surprise you is how styles vary from country to country.
Money Terms to Know: Cost-Benefit Analysis by Selena Maranjian Apr 19th 2013 5:00AM At heart, cost-benefit analysis means creating a quantified pros and cons list for any decision -- a process that will usually yield better results than "going with your gut."
How Much Financial Advice Do You Really Need? by CNBC Apr 18th 2013 5:00AM Despite a troubling national shortfall in retirement savings and the aftereffects of the foreclosure crisis, the answer, to judge from a rash of recent studies, is "not much."
Want to Save More? Close Some of Your Savings Accounts by Matt Brownell Apr 17th 2013 3:41PM A new study suggests that having multiple bank accounts allows you to fool yourself into thinking you're saving more -- which means you'll really save less.
Which to Do First? Pay Down Debt or Save for a Rainy Day by Dan Caplinger Apr 8th 2013 5:00AM Millions of Americans have heavy debts and limited savings, so when a rare bit of spare cash appears, they face a conundrum: Should they pay down debt or build up savings?
In Hard Times, People Who Grew Up Poor Spend More, Cut Less by Michele Lerner Apr 5th 2013 5:00AM It may seem, counterintuitive, but the latest research is clear: Poor people react to hard economic times by spending more and cutting their budgets less.
1 in 4 Teens Plans to Rely Financially on Parents Until Age 27 by Business Insider Mar 31st 2013 6:00AM Teens don't have nearly as much faith in their future prospects for achieving financial independence as they used to, a new survey reveals.
Next Avenue Money Scorecard: How Do You Rate? by Next Avenue Mar 30th 2013 5:00AM Curious to see how your finances stack up compared to other Americans in their 40s, 50s and 60s? Next Avenue gathered the stats so you can find out how you're doing.
8 Tips for Protecting Your Finances Before You Move In With Someone by Business Insider Mar 28th 2013 10:00AM Sad fact: Many couples who move in together split up. Life coach Michele Callahan offers tips on choices you can make at the start that'll make move-out day much easier.
