Many of us will be looking to score amazing deals this Black Friday or Cyber Monday. But, every time you load up your online shopping cart or head to a big-box store a few towns away, there’s a hidden cost for your own neighborhood. When people don’t shop locally, small businesses feel the strain and […]
Discussing money management with your partner isn’t known for igniting romantic passion. But, according to many therapists, communicating effectively about money is actually one of the keys to a healthy relationship, and one far more romantic than the alternative. “When couples can talk in a healthy way about money, it lays the groundwork for romance,” […]
When you’re grappling with a tough money-management decision, wouldn’t it be nice if you could bend the ear of the head of a major bank, investment advisor or financial television personality? We picked the brains of eight local and national stars from the finance world about how to make the most of your philanthropic gifts, what they […]
Dr. Terri Orbuch, relationship expert and author of “5 Simple Steps to Take Your Marriage From Good to Great,” says that seven out of 10 couples report that money is a source of conflict in their relationship.
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You’ve accumulated a certain amount of wealth–from big gains in the stock market, building your own business or savvy real estate investments. The next thing you want to consider is how to preserve your assets so you can pass them on to your heirs. Basic tools If you’re just beginning to think about wealth preservation, […]
\The holidays are a non-stop flurry of shopping, cleaning, cooking and traveling. But somewhere between that first slice of pumpkin pie and that last glass of champagne, take some time this month to evaluate your household finances and set some (realistic and attainable) goals for 2011. To help you get started, we’ve rounded up some […]
Here are seven tips to make a holiday without breaking the bank: Gifts 1. Control the gift budget by setting aside cash in envelopes or buy gift cards from retailers, and bring them along when gift-shopping. Both systems set a constraint that makes it tough to overspend. Before purchasing any gift, ask yourself, “Does he/she […]
