Financial competition brings realistic approach to the (anything but) reality trend

It seems like everything on television is a competition. Cooking, decorating, and weight loss challenge programs have turned kitchens, living rooms, and workout rooms into battlefields.... Read more »

Free Thrifty Thanksgiving eBook

Thanksgiving marks the beginning of the holiday season and many people start their holiday by serving a delicious Thanksgiving dinner and end it by shopping. Unfortunately, an expensive Thanksgiving weekend means less... Read more »

Auto insurance: What you get for the money

Many financial emergencies are caused by major life events, such as a car accident. While the results of such events can be devastating, maintaining adequate insurance is one good way to protect... Read more »

The Regiftable.com 2009 story contest is underway!

The fourth annual Regiftable.com story contest is underway! Regifters from around the nation are invited to share their regifting stories and videos for a chance to win prizes... Read more »

New report’s findings warrant clarification

I often say that “informed consumers have a better chance of achieving financial success.” And because I believe that to be a true statement, I want... Read more »

Bounce back from bankruptcy

The Bankruptcy Abuse Prevention and Consumer Protection Act requires consumers to complete an approved credit counseling session prior to filing for bankruptcy. After filing, debtors must... Read more »

New video for consumers facing debt collection

During uncertain economic times, it’s especially important that people not only know how to manage their debt, but also their interactions with debt collectors. To remind... Read more »

Smart Sale Strategy: Save your savings

I’ve always had issues with the word save whose dictionary definition includes “To spend less by (save 25 percent).” You see, I’ve always thought that advertisers... Read more »

Jumping on the coupon bandwagon

So, it seems everyone is talking about couponing these days. Maybe it’s that I’m getting older, that I love a good bargain or the fact that... Read more »

ID Theft: When you know the thief

The safety of your personal information and your identity is always at risk. And unfortunately, identity thieves may be even closer than you think. According to... Read more »