Financial IQ

Is doing it yourself really worth the extra effort? It depends. In some cases, you can save a good chunk of cash by purchasing materials at the local hardware store and applying a little elbow grease. But for other projects, it may...

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The phrase “frugal grocery shopping” often brings to mind pictures of people purchasing the least healthy options out there, such as big bags of chips, 3-liter bottles of soda, and packages of processed baked goods. While you can get a...

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How much do Americans spend on St. Patrick’s Day festivities? How to beer guzzlers across the globe compare? What are America’s top-selling beers and just how much Guiness is consumed on this day? The following infographic takes a closer look...

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Companies routinely bend the truth about themselves, online, offline and through other media. They claim their products are better, faster, cheaper than anyone else’s, but too often we’re left disappointed after our credit cards have been swiped and the money’s...

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“When preparing to travel, lay out all your clothes and all your money. Then take half the clothes and twice the money.” Susan Heller It’s ridiculous. You work hard, track expenses, monitor budgets and count the days until you’ve earned...

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If you read 5 Ways to Cheap (or Free) Roadside Assistance, you already know I have clunker. You also know that my clunker doesn’t always run – but that may not be the worst thing. Every year cars are getting leaner and...

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I recently had a question from a reader about one of the huge, publicly traded companies that publishes user-generated reviews online. You know, the kind of website that gives a business “stars” based on how well its customers like it....

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One of the early signs of spring is a broader array of produce at the local farmers market. (Or even just the opening of the local market. Many take a break during winter months.) Peak season foods are often at...

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Last fall, my wife’s bike was stolen. Don’t be too sympathetic. The bike was a hand-me-down from my dad that wasn’t really the right frame size for her. Her current job is a 10-block commute, so she walks to work...

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Driving is the most popular mode of transportation for Americans, but as gas prices continue to skyrocket, commuters are paying a high price for hitting traffic on their way to and from work each day. The following infographic breaks down...

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