While frugal air travel tips abound, info on saving money on car rentals is scarce. That’s too bad, as car rental can be the most confusing part of traveling. Online quotes do not include multiple taxes, fees, and surcharges, and the rental … [Read more...]
Carnival of Credit Report Stories, April 28, 2008
April 28, 2008 by
I'm pleased to present this week's Carnival of Credit Report Stories, which features several excellent articles that will help you manage one of your most important financial tools -- your credit history. … [Read more...]
Travel Europe (and Beyond), Cheap
April 22, 2008 by
This guest post on frugal European travel is written by my friend Rick, who has been living in Italy for over a year on a shoestring budget. You can read more about his adventures at his blog: Over a Bottle. Photo by dachalan.The falling dollar … [Read more...]
Carnival of Twenty Something Finances for April 21, 2008
April 21, 2008 by
Welcome to the April 21, 2008 edition of the Carnival of Twenty Something Finances. With over 60 submissions and more than 50 articles selected for inclusion, this week's carnival features loads of great tips for building a bright financial future, … [Read more...]
An Expensive Mistake: How I Overslept and Missed My Flight
April 18, 2008 by
It’s been quiet around the blog this week because I’ve been traveling. I’m becoming a pretty seasoned business traveler. I rarely check my bags, I know how to get free first class upgrades, and I have no sympathy for you if you don’t have … [Read more...]
15 Free Things to do When You’re Trying to Save Money
April 10, 2008 by
The following is a guest post by Heather Johnson, a freelance writer and contributor to Credit Card Lowdown. Heather invites your comments and freelancing job opportunities at her email address: [email protected] Want to write for Money … [Read more...]
Are You Ready to Buy a Home? An Easy Way to Check
April 9, 2008 by
The real estate market is dismal these days, which means bargains-a-plenty for first-time home buyers. Problem is: the real estate market is suffering because so many homeowners took out loans they can’t repay. In turn, mortgage lenders have … [Read more...]
Five Credit Score Killers and Boosters
April 9, 2008 by
Most people know that paying your credit cards late can wreck havoc on your credit score, but there are many other less-known ways to harm (and help) your credit. Here are five things that can damage your credit, and five things that can raise your … [Read more...]
Carnivals for the Week of April 7, 2008
April 8, 2008 by
I’ve been busy again this week, and I have articles featured in four carnivals so far. … [Read more...]
10 Ways to Demonstrate Value to Your Employer
April 7, 2008 by
With the economy tightening, even good workers may find themselves on the corporate chopping block. While there’s no way to guarantee your job security during lean years, it might be high time to make sure your boss knows just how valuable you are … [Read more...]
