Help cut costs, tackle home improvement projects Once spring arrives and the daffodils begin to bloom, your old front door may look pretty drab. Still, many consumers may avoid home improvement projects because of a reluctance to spend money in ...
Get to know the facts before you spend money on auto insurance Don’t you wish there were classes on subjects such as mortgages, taxes, auto insurance or even saving for retirement? How many times have you looked for background information on each of the...
Rising tuition? Little-known resources can help The College Board reports two-thirds of students are in debt at graduation. Student borrowing has more than doubled in the past decade to $86 billion. But by seeking scholarships and grants, stude...
Enjoy a frugal 'family night in' without sacrificing the fun It is no secret that more and more families are making tough decisions when it comes to their entertainment options due to the rising costs of “going out.” But this doesn’t mean ...
Get online to find great deals on travel this season The travel bug is striking Americans across the country. Most of us feel a need to get away and recharge our batteries with a change of scene. If this urge to travel has struck your family, there ...
Home inspections help you sell When you’re ready to sell your home in the current market, you need to take every step you can to ensure a timely sale at the price you want. A surplus of homes for sale means that yours nee...
Auto insurers charge the poor more for insurance Studies have shown that certain groups may be offered pricier car insurance quotes than other groups. Here’s how to get the best insurance rate possible
A getaway for every day Who doesn’t need a break from the hectic day-to-day routine once in awhile? A recent study by the American Psychological Association found that we are more stressed than ever, with nearly 75...
Texas optimism is a force that keeps small businesses alive Texas small business owners are much more likely than other entrepreneurs nationwide to believe they will expand their business in the next year, according to a recent survey conducted by Guardian...
Prepaid cards could help balance state government budgets Every state in the union is facing tough choices with respect to cutting spending to balance their budgets. According to the National Conference of State Legislatures, states faced a total budget ...
Changing careers a calculated risk worth taking The once-popular board game Careers allowed players to seek new professions simply by rolling the dice. Yet switching careers, even in these tough economic times, need not be such a gamble. A care...