Budgeting

A personal budget is a useful tool for tracking your income and expenses.

With a little motivation and persistence 2013 can be the year you get your spending under control.

To repay debt or invest, that is the question. These two important financial goals battle head-to-head to determine which is really more important.

With more than 90% of consumers dining out on a regular basis, these methods can help to stretch your dollar further.

Are you on track to post-work bliss? We'll tell you how to find out.

Here's a look at how much a typical New Year's party could cost in the U.S., and the cost of spending New Year's in certain cities.

Many people fall victim to these mistakes, and they can drastically affect a person's net worth in a negative way.

You can enjoy the festive season without a jolly increase in your energy costs. We'll show you how.

You don't have to go into debt to have a happy and memorable holiday season. Use these tips for a bountiful Yuletide on a Scrooge-like budget.

There is a fine line between being frugal and being cheap. Here's a look at some social faux pas cheap people make.

Here are the six best things you can do to increase your net worth.

Just because you are comfortably in retirement, that doesn't mean you should stop keeping track of your net worth.

Even if you are just entering the workforce and haven't had time to save or invest, you still need to be aware how much you're worth.

These tips will have you singing "Joy to the World" well into the New Year.

Paying off your mortgage in a reasonable amount of time can result in financial security and freedom.

Here's a look at how much the average American family is expected to spend this holiday season.

Gas prices in these cities are high. Here's a look at how much it costs to fill up in these cities and why it's so much.

Here are some innovative ways you can have an affordable holiday.

There are many things to consider when planning your retirement, including budgets, taxes and long-term care.

Balance saving and spending in your golden years with these simple tips.

Some states require much larger child care budgets than others.

Doing these common repairs and maintenance tasks yourself instead of seeing a mechanic can save you a lot of money.

Here are some of the top vehicles to buy if you're looking to keep the residual value of the vehicle high after a number of years.

The iPhone 5, Samsung Galaxy S3 and Droid Razr Maxx HD are three of the most expensive cell phones on the market.

When your cell phone bill is higher that it should be or contains unauthorized charges, it's called cramming. Here's how to stop it.

You can't avoid depreciation on your car, but you can avoid certain models that depreciate in value a lot.

Here are some tips to help single parents raise their kids on a more comfortable budget.

With more adults dressing up for Halloween each year, this unique industry is pulling in record profits.

You don't have to go shopping for a Halloween costume. You can just look through your wardrobe and you're bound to find one of these options.

The Amish are frugal and savvy in business. Here's how you can improve your personal finances by doing what the Amish do.

Learn how to avoid the bad habits that keep the average young adult from saving.

The paltry cost of getting the flu vaccine is nothing compared to the potential costs that you could incur by getting the virus.

The cost of owning a cell phone wasn't a factor for people less than two decades ago. Today, there seems to be no end to the additional charges that come from owning a smartphone.

Determine your net worth by making your own cash flow statement and balance sheet.

Use these tips to get free Internet access when you're on vacation.

Discover why this simple calculation can determine whether or not you are eligibe for a loan.

Ensuring long-term financial security takes planning and foresight.

College doesn't prepare grads for handling their personal finances. Find out what you need to know here.

E-textbooks may be cheaper and easier to carry around, but are they the better option?

Marriage can be like doubling an income, as long as you avoid doubling these expenses.

Financial planning is one of the keys to a successful future. Here is how you can get your finances in order.

Can you have perfect abs in just six minutes a day? Maybe not, but you can have a rock-solid budget in six months.

If you'd like to save more money, first you'll need to conquer the first step: coming up with the cash.

If you really want your kids to learn to be financially responsible adults, it's time to stop giving them money.

If you want to homeschool your child, there are financial, legal and educational factors that you must consider.

These five steps can help get you out of debt faster and easier than you'd ever imagined.

If you get laid off, these plans can be of great value, but the best protection may be to avoid big purchases altogether.