Coming to terms with unit costs

My family belongs to a local pool. It is not the fancy kind of pool; it is basically a hole in the ground with water. That being said, we love our pool.... Read more »

Think twice before asking your friends for money

A recent Time/Rockefeller Foundation Poll found that 58% of 18 to 29 year old respondents have had to borrow money from a friend or relative in the past year to meet expenses. ... Read more »

Yee haw! SW has lowest rate of unpaid credit card debt

A review of FDIC statistics shows that where you live can make a big difference in how you pay your credit card bills.  In fact, Southeasterners are quite a bit more likely... Read more »

Want the best deal? Hop on the phone.

For years, my husband and I have used our cell phones to help us save money and time.  Before we make a costly purchase, like for a printer or digital camera, we... Read more »

My passion? Cheap art.

I was complaining to a co-worker the other day about the fact that I do not really have a passion for anything.  I jog, but don’t really love it.  I read, but... Read more »

I love it when things come together

Tuesday night, I worked on a post lamenting about the fact that there are more weight loss reality shows  (NBC’s The Biggest Loser, Discovery Health’s X-Weighted, and Oxygen’s new Dance Your @**... Read more »

The case of the missing account

An Advice Team writer recently asked: "Is a creditor required to report your payment history to the bureaus?" This is a question I have avoided answering throughout the years... Read more »

Trip to the flea market

Due to boredom and frugality, I recently gathered the kids and ventured to the flea market. I had a coupon for free admission (normally $3) and there is no charge for kids,... Read more »

What do you think?

Is there something about money management you wish you heard more (or less) about? If so, here is your chance to voice your opinion. Capital One is seeking input about some recent... Read more »

No Recession? Try Telling That to American Consumers

Experts contend that our economy isn’t yet in a period of recession. However, 86 percent of survey respondents confirmed that their family is feeling the effects... Read more »