We’ve all heard of retail therapy as a way to improve mood, but a 2008 report created by scientists from four universities confirms that shopping when sad can easily decrease financial stability.
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There is a lot of emphasis placed on the fact that financial education is not widely taught in schools. According to the Council for Economic Education (CEE), almost 70 percent of American K-12... Read more »
The Haitian earthquake tragedy serves as a reminder for each of us to review how prepared we are for a disaster. Historically, flooding is the nation’s single most common natural disaster. While... Read more »
Are you buying a new home? If you are making the move from renter to homebuyer, you are likely to find that there are some hidden costs to ownership. Starting at your... Read more »
If you're looking for free financial tools that are both fun and easy to read, you've come to the right place. The MMI eBook library has been steadily adding titles!
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I know that the New Year should be an opportunity for me to look forward, but I want to dwell on the past for a just a second. With all of the... Read more »
I am a big frugality fan; however, there are some areas where I am not willing to compromise. For example, my family believes that happy chickens make happy eggs, so we happily... Read more »
Have you ever known someone who does very well with investments and savings, even though they make the same money you do? They never seem to be lacking a decent car, nice... Read more »
In addition to long-term savings, financial experts agree that consumers should aim to have three to six months living expenses saved for emergencies. If you are having trouble... Read more »
Recently, I had the opportunity to ask author Phil Villarreal to choose a favorite tip from his new book Secrets of a Stingy Scoundrel. His choice was a tip where he advises... Read more »