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An excellent credit score is important to have. But should a prospective employer be able to check your credit score? See some arguments for and against. Read More

Whether we are saying no to a loved one, or saying no to ourselves, sometimes it can be tough to disappoint someone. However, sometimes it’s necessary to say no. Your finances — and your mental well-being — might depend on your ability to say no. Read More

Looking for ways to make extra money? Some people are looking to make more money and replace their income and, while others just want some extra cash. Here are 35 ways to make a few extra bucks a month. Read More

I have a Dilbert calendar in my office and this month’s cartoon has the punch line that you can read on the title of this post, and it is an astoundingly good one liner. The concept of Snake Mittens is so obviously wrong, it would seem an impossibility that anyone would think this was a good idea, Read More

Sometimes it’s just so hard to stick to a work from home schedule. Especially with summer time activities vying for your attention. Read More

One of the essentials of financial freedom is preparing for the future. One way you can do this is by opening a tax-advantaged retirement account, like a 401k, and maxing it out. Read More

Before you jump into the idea of paperless finances, though, you need to think things through. Make sure that you have a plan in place, and that you have a records system that will allow you access to the information that you might need later. Read More

One of the realities of tax-deferred retirement accounts is the required minimum distribution (RMD). Here’re the ins and outs of the RMD. Read More

The U.S. has technically hit its national debt ceiling. Really, we’re out of money. See what the debt ceiling is and why you should care. It might even affect your business. Read More

Work-life balance, says Nigel Marsh, is too important to be left in the hands of your employer. At TEDxSydney, Marsh lays out an ideal day balanced between family time, personal time and productivity — and offers some stirring encouragement to make it happen. Read More