Smart spending
Hire a Public Insurance Adjuster
In the case of a huge storm like Hurricane Sandy, which affected millions of homeowners and renters, insurance company delays could be even longer than the gas lines last weekend. What can you do? Hire a public insurance adjuster, who will assess... ➡
Beauty Boosters: Worth It?
I’m sure that if I gave up fast food, exercised, ate seven servings of fruits and veggies every day, and slept nine hours a night, I could look and feel a lot better than I do. But I’ve got a job. And a toddler. Translation: I need an easier... ➡
Update Your Closet With a $1K Spree
You hate everything in your closet from last fall. (Why did you buy that poofy “Mad Men” dress, the suit with shorts?) Hanging on to old trends feels pointless—yet getting rid of them feels wasteful. You don’t want to contribute to some other... ➡
Rx for Summer Skin & Hair
You love that sun-kissed look you've had all summer, but now it's time to transition back to a more polished, meet-the-clients look for fall. Here, a few time-smart (and money-wise) ways to give your skin and hair the TLC it needs. Cool off –... ➡
3 Summer Skin Solutions
It’s the annoying end-of-summer skin dilemma: How do you adjust makeup you bought months ago to match your darker skin tone now—without spending a fortune on all-new products? Three attractive solutions: Layer a tinted moisturizer over your... ➡
Ground Rules for a Stealth Divorce
In my post last week about whether a Katie Holmes-style secret divorce is smart, I advised against it—unless you feel you’re up against a physical, emotional, or financial threat from your spouse. If that’s the case, and secrecy is best, here’s... ➡
Last-Minute Deals on Trips
Summer is waning, but there’s still time to plan a delicious last-minute trip, thanks to these travel deal sites. Sniqueaway’s claim to fame is that they mine TripAdvisor reviews to offer you great deals at popular resorts, hotels, and spas. You... ➡
Sites That Sniff Out Low Prices
Being good with money doesn’t mean you never shop—it means you shop like a fox. Here, two sites that can help you look fine without paying full price. Lyst is the future of online shopping. Search clothes, shoes, and accessories from all over the... ➡
