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Where one lives can affect a number of everyday choices, from one’s choice in food, clothing and even mode of transportation. But, where you live can also speak volumes about how you conduct your personal finances. In 2009, the FINRA...

So, you’re considering relocating to another city. Maybe you’d like to land a lucrative job, want to purchase a home, or just need some all around change.   People relocate for many reasons, whether for work-related reasons, to be closer...

Wedding season has arrived, and with it comes a lot of questions. How much do I really need to spend on the gift? Must I give a gift if I’m not attending? To answer these and other important questions, WeddingChannel.com created the Ultimate...

As graduation rapidly approaches for the class of 2011, most of those students will be looking for jobs, and while money shouldn’t be the biggest reason to choose a career path, it’s certainly up there. Below is a list of...

During the peak of the American recession almost 1 in 10 jobless individuals launched their own companies. The do-it-yourself mindset is a growing trend among not only the young, but older demographic. For those grinding away or thinking of making...

Financial literacy is a term that has been creeping up all over the place in the past couple of years. Since April is financial literacy month, TD Bank conducted a survey to determine each parent’s role in teaching financial literacy...

While declining to pay your taxes altogether is one way to reduce your costs, the risks associated with tax evasion often outweigh the initial benefits. A more effective (and legal) approach would ...

It's the age-old battle: Boys vs. Girls. Now this battle has entered the financial realm. Charles Schwab accidentally discovered differences between men and women when it comes to financial managem...

Sticking to a budget can be hard. Those who struggle are often left feeling guilty and discouraged. If you’re facing these difficulties, focusing on saving might be the wrong approach. Adjusting your approach from being a saver to being a...

Good news is difficult to come by these days, especially when it comes to economic matters. That’s why it’s a welcome relief to see a few cities that have seen job-market improvements in an economy that has hindered any large-scale...

The day you find out you need surgery is never a good one. Not only is it a great emotional and physical strain, it can be a heavy financial one as well. Even though your health is of utmost importance,...

During tax season, a dreaded nightmare is an audit by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). Many taxpayers fear that a slight miscalculation on a tax return may trigger an audit when the facts show t...

For the pet obsessed, there is usually no price we are not willing to pay to keep our furry four-legged friends happy. While the cost can vary, planning ahead will ensure any doggie mishaps don’t hurt the wallet. A month...

Simple mistakes or willful omission of required information for your insurance policy can end up costing you more money in premiums down the road, or company cancellation of your insurance policy altogether.  Insurance companies ask specific questions to complete the...

We compare 3 of the top real estate websites (Zillow, Trulia, Redfin) and explain how online real estate works.