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The Upside of Excess
We've all heard the advice: Get enough sleep, don't overdo the cocktails, and give yourself time to slow down, meditate, get centered. In other words, strive for balance—in your diet, life, and finances. Because then all will be well, right?... ➡
Get More for Your Rewards
You spend a lot on your cards and you want all the perks you deserve. With so many options (flights! merch! cash!) how do you get the most for your hard-swiped points? Best Cash back. Redeeming points for cash is a smart way to go, experts say.... ➡
Be Smart About Store Cards
Store cards: friend or foe? Given how tempting that on-the-spot 15 percent discount can be, signing up for a store card is hard to resist—and may even be worth it. But retail cards can also compromise your credit in ways you may not realize, says... ➡
A Pro Sweetens Your Trip
I’m a diehard DIY traveler—until a travel agent saved me almost $400 on a recent flight to Ghana. The unexpected discount made me realize I’d been missing out on an obvious (if old-school) way to save time and find better deals. Here’s when to... ➡
Giving Gets Social
Take a night out with the gals, add a cocktail or two, stir in some philanthropy, and what do you get? A hangover with meaning? No, a giving circle, a social way to raise funds for a cause you believe in. Rather than writing an anonymous check to... ➡
A Solo 401(k) Is Smarter
When I exited my magazine-editing job a few months ago to start a business as an editorial consultant, I knew the standard advice was to roll over my 401k into an IRA immediately. After talking with a few money-savvy friends, I opted to call... ➡
The Best Gaming Device for Kids
You're tired of listening to your 6-year-old ask for your smartphone, and wiping all those sticky fingerprints off your tablet has broken you down. You're ready to buy your kid her first gaming device.What are the choices? Do you buy a kids'... ➡
Money Clarity: Design Your Future
We all know the usual financial advice: pack lunch, skip the latte, grow your retirement stash. But how often do these suggestions translate into dramatically changing your financial future? You may not act on financial advice if you're confused... ➡
