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- How much house can you afford? Two easy ways to tell.
Home lenders use two popular metrics to approve loans. Knowing how they work can help you more confidently pursue the purchase of your first house.
- Shop wisely with these six great store credit cards
Several big chain retailers reward frequent shoppers with perks and rewards when they sign up for a store-affiliated credit card.
- What to buy (and skip) in February
The focus in February will be on Valentine's Day gifts, meaning that there are other purchases consumers can definitely forgo.
- Valentine's Day gifts: five frugal alternatives to popular choices
Here are five personal, thoughtful, and frugal alternatives to some of the most popular Valentine's Day gift choices this year, along with some gift ideas that should probably be avoided.
- Seven ways to keep your money secure while traveling
Travel brings a lot of perks with it, but it's also good to be cautious and keep your money secure while you're out and about.
- Three things to keep in mind when evaluating your 401(k)
As tax season continues, many people also begin to evaluate, or re-evaluate, their 401(k) plans. Here are some ideas to consider.
- Six truths about the stock market
The stock market saw a disappointing start in 2016, making it clear that investing does have some uncomfortable truths.
- Are you middle class?
Being middle class is as much a feeling as it is an economic condition.
- The best and worst things to buy in February
February is an excellent time to pick up on deals, like free food at Chipotle and deep discounts on TVs.
- Best TV deals: Five HDTV bargains for Super Bowl Sunday
Need an upgrade for the big game? Check out these TV deals for a wide variety of solutions.
- Your smartphone can tell how well you’re driving
In addition to all of the other wonderful things it can do, your smartphone can now detect how well you're driving.
- Six important things to know about the 2016 housing market
If you're thinking about buying a home this year - and many Americans are - here's what you need to know about the housing market in the months ahead.
- Betterment brings much-needed lower costs to 401(k)s
Betterment jumped into the 401(k) market this month with the official launch of Betterment for Business, a 401(k) plan management and investment advisory service.
- How to resolve your tax debt
Here's what happens when taxes go unpaid.
- Six questions to ask for lower mortgage rates
A mortgage is a big financial commitment, but there are ways to negotiate for a lower rate and still get the home of your dreams.
- Super Bowl 50: Nine ways to save on this year's party
If you're opening up your home to friends, family, and neighbors for Super Bowl 50, here's how to keep the costs of throwing that Super Bowl party at a reasonable level.
- Valentine's Day prices for roses are already going through the roof
Valentine's Day flowers could be more expensive than ever this year: The average price of a dozen red roses has risen nearly 12.3 percent since Jan. 1.
- How to save $1 million for retirement
You can save money, even $1 million for retirement, without necessarily spending less. It turns out you’re likely to stick to your goals if you save a portion of your future income, rather than cut into current spending.
- Tired of blizzards? Try these frugal ways to escape the winter cold.
Make the best of budget air carriers and cheap hotel deals to escape winter and claim your spot on a sandy beach.
- Homeowners are losing $13 billion a year by not refinancing their mortgages
At least 5.2 million homeowners with good credit and equity in their property could save an average of $215 each month by refinancing their mortgages, according to a NerdWallet analysis.