Keeping Kids from Being Crass Consumers

I’m a goal-oriented person. With almost everything I do in life, I set a clear goal for what I want to accomplish, then I do the research needed to figure out how to get there, then I work at it tenaciously.

The same is true for parenting. I know quite well it is impossible for me to raise my ...

The Worst Advice I’ve Ever Seen From a Major Publication

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Today, one of our writers came across an article that made me want to throw up just from reading the title: Forget the Mortgage, I’m Paying My Credit Card Bill. Oh man, where do I start? I honestly feel bad for the people that write this crap and for the people that they interview, because they really ...

How Valentine’s Day Helps the Economy

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For many Valentine’s Day is something of a Hallmark Holiday but whether you take it seriously or not, one thing’s for certain. The money earned from all those flower, perfume, and candy sales can have powerful repercussions for the economy. Cupid will be busy this year. The ubiquitous, pudgy winged icon is expected to elicit over $14 ...

CES 2010: The Connected Lifestyle On-Demand

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From the Kindle to the iPhone to the Wii, the hottest products in consumer electronics this season are those that connect consumers to a world in which everything; books, music, films, and games are available 24/7 on-demand. This lust for digital tech shows no sign of abating as, even in times of recession, consumer electronics sales remain ...

The Dangers of Long Term and Interest Only Loans

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There are two new trends in the banking world that may actually be very dangerous for consumers. Long term personal loans and interest only loans are gaining in popularity, especially in the wake of the housing crisis. While these may seem to be a great option at the time, there are many risks from these loans that should be avoided ...

30% Off FICO Scores at myFICO.com

Want to check your credit score to start off the new year? Here’s a current coupon for real FICO scores and all other credit products at myFico.com. Use the promotional code SURVEY30 to get 30% off and a FICO score for about $11, the best discount currently available:

The code is good until December 30th, 2009 (although try it as ...

7 Ways to Empty Flexible-Spending Accounts Now

Consumers have just days left to use or lose funds in these pretax accounts.

The Financial Reform Bill Highlights Need for Real Reform

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Creation of the CFPA & MoreM

On Friday, the House of Representatives passed the Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act (aka HR Bill 4173). The vote was 223-202. If it were to pass the Senate, the bill would create the regulatory Consumer Financial Protection Agency (CFPA) in addition to other Wall Street and financial institution directed reform ...

The New Essentials: Men’s Satchels

Consumers are finding new holiday splurges. Today: Men’s satchels.

ING Direct Black Friday Deal – $121 Account Opening Bonus (Extended)

Update: The offer has been extended but can be withdrawn at any time.

I’m sure you’ve seen all the Black Friday “deals” out there for spending money. ING Direct is doing something a little bit different this year and having their own Black Friday deal…and this is a good one. I wish I didn’t already have an Electric Orange account so ...

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