Articles by: Kat Tretina

A diamond may be "forever", but that doesn't mean a diamond engagement ring is for everyone. Here are 9 affordable alternatives.

Use these search sites to take a little of the toil out of your apartment hunt, whether you want to buy, rent, or get an investment property.

See the world this summer for less than you think. Check out these 11 top affordable international travel destinations.

It's hard to find a second job that both pays well and has flexible hours. Here are 7 side gigs that pay a decent wage---and let you set your own schedule.

Whether it's your half of the rent or your share of last week's bar tab, there are lots of ways to pay someone back.Here are the best ways to send money.

It's wedding season and it feels like you're going broke. Determine how much to give for a wedding gift (without looking cheap) using this easy guide.

Learn exactly what lifestyle creep is and if it's happening to you. Plus, we share our top six tips for avoiding lifestyle inflation, all right here.

Are you owed hundreds---or even thousands---of dollars? Here's how to find unclaimed money and collect it fast.

Nobody likes asking for a raise. But once you've asked---use the dreaded awkward pause to your advantage, and get what you're worth.

It's your worst nightmare: Your wallet is gone, and someone's making bogus charges to your account. How to secure your finances after your wallet is stolen.