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Dumber after age 53?

We're supposed to get smarter about money and finances as we get older, right? One new study suggests that may not be the case. read more »
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Are you ready for a flying mall?

AirTran and Spirit airlines already are offering some inflight shopping, with wireless Internet connections in flight. Other airlines are looking at [...] read more »
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Could Oregon lead the jobs recovery?

If there is a bright spot on the employment landscape, it is Oregon. One of the states that has been suffering the most, the unemployment rate fell i[...] read more »
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Peter Merrick Issues an Interest Rate Warning watch!

Housing sales are up, listings are down and bidding wars are back. But Peter Merrick warns us to be careful in this TV interview. read more »
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Frugal or cheap? Serving leftovers to guests

When you have guests over, how far does frugality go before it crosses a line? As always, there are two sides to the story. read more »
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Wall Street bonuses to rise 40%

A new compensation survey described in The Wall Street Journal predicts that Wall Street incentive pay will rise 40% this year. For those in the fixe[...] read more »
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7 Tips to Achieve Retirement Success

Here are 7 tips to help keep you on the right track for your retirement goals. read more »
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The U.S. has the 'most debtor-friendly system in the world'

Bankruptcy may seem like strong medicine, but debtors in the US have it relatively easy. Public humiliation, years of re-education, even jail await d[...] read more »
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6 signs your home will increase in value

Over the past two years, home values have plummeted to pre-2003 levels. Now, certain markets within the country are starting to stabilize. read more »
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How Bad Credit Can Affect Your Life and What To Do About It

This article coverc three major areas of your life that a bad credit score can affect and also what you can do to increase credit scores that are low[...] read more »
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Canadian Banks Face New Insurance Rules

Starting in 2010 Canadian banks will be prohibited from selling insurance products via their primary websites. The Big 5 currently offer their custom[...] read more »
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Holiday travel? That'll be $189-299... in fees!

United and a few other airlines have upped the ante on their fee structures. Even without an overweight bag ($125 for 51-100 lbs) you could be lookin[...] read more »
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Renew your lease, get a free TV?

If your lease is up soon, you may get a little gift from your landlord: a flat-screen TV, lower rent or even a cash payment. Because of the soft rent[...] read more »
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Base Salary Isn’t Everything

For those of us that still have a job we are counting our blessings, those of you who are looking for jobs are trying to find someone willing to hire[...] read more »
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How to get out of a deal

Need to shed your apartment or car lease or cell phone contract? Many times, it can be done -- but carefully. read more »
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