Thursday, July 24, 2008

Kimberly Palmer

To Save, Learn to Sew

A grandmother gives mending tips. more >>

Steeling Yourself Against Rising Gas Prices

Stock investments and prepurchased gallons are hedges for consumers. more >>

Quiz: Are You Ready to Get Married?

Test yourself on how financially prepared you are to walk down the aisle. more >>

Marriage's Financial Pros and Cons

You can tie the knot. But should you? more >>

Locking in Lower Gas Prices

A new site allows customers to save by prepaying for gallons. more >>

Audio: How to Afford a Baby

Tips on expanding your family on a budget. more >>

Upgrading the ‘Staycation’

Host an outdoor movie night. more >>

Student Credit Cards: Useful or a Trap?

Lawmakers debate the fairness of marketing practices. more >>

Starting Over, Financially

How to recover after hitting rock bottom. more >>

Student Loan Fraud

FTC releases a new guide on avoiding misleading ads. more >>

Where to Stash Long-Term Cash

Financial advisers weigh in on what to do with savings right now. more >>

Last Call for Book Club Questions

The author of 'Buying In' will join us soon. more >>

Are Gen X-ers Falling Behind?

Author says 30-somethings feel they're losing ground—and suggests how to deal with it. more >>

This Summer, Nesting Is Cool

With prices up, some consumers settle in for a long summer nap. more >>

How to Make a Budget

Keep track of where your money is going. more >>

Audio: Parents and Money

Teaching kids to be motivated is the first step. more >>

New York Collects Saving Tips

Consumers share food, gas, and household cost-reduction strategies. more >>

Quiz: How Tightly Are Consumers Squeezed?

Test yourself on the current slowdown's effect on everyday behavior. more >>

Alpha Consumer Quiz: Answers

Check how much you know about rising prices and debt. more >>

George Carlin, Consumer Critic

His legacy includes opposition to American-style consumption. more >>

Efficient Basements and Financial Help From Parents

Bloggers weigh in on summertime topics. more >>

Video: Grocery Shopping on a Budget

Eggs, beans, and certain types of fish are smart buys. more >>

Debt Collectors Hounded Reader, Too

A common name led to confusion. more >>

Podcast: Profit With Plastic

Author explains his secret credit card strategies. more >>

Standing Up to Pesky Debt Collectors

When they have the wrong number, it pays to let them know. more >>

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