Kimberly Palmer

Annie Leibovitz: Why Fame and Debt Often Mix

By Kimberly Palmer - Alpha Consumer - August 25, 2009

The photographer, as well as Michael Jackson and Thomas Jefferson, showcase celebrity money challenges. more >>

From Pet to Marriage Insurance: Good Deals?

By Kimberly Palmer - Money - August 25, 2009

Exotic insurance offers often aren't worth the price. more >>

Americans Still Lack Savings, Despite Cuts

By Kimberly Palmer - Alpha Consumer - August 24, 2009

New survey shows a lack of emergency funds, even though Americans are budgeting. more >>

Starbucks Cuts Some Prices, Raises Others

By Kimberly Palmer - Alpha Consumer - August 21, 2009

Consumers ask themselves: How much is my latte worth? more >>

Today, Credit Card Reform Begins

By Kimberly Palmer - Alpha Consumer - August 20, 2009

The landmark legislation takes effect and starts restricting card company behavior. more >>

How Clueless Are College Graduates?

By Kimberly Palmer - Alpha Consumer - August 19, 2009

One financial expert says book smart students lack basic money skills. more >>

Fraud Protection: Debit Versus Credit Cards

By Kimberly Palmer - Alpha Consumer - August 18, 2009

Credit cards offer the best protection, but debit cards also come with benefits. more >>

10 Best Places to Live for Pet Lovers

By Kimberly Palmer - Money - August 17, 2009

Green spaces and good weather make pets—and their owners—happy. more >>

Committed Budgeter Reveals Her Secrets

By Kimberly Palmer - Alpha Consumer - August 11, 2009

Tracking every expense let this couple pay of $40,000 in debt and buy a house. more >>

Should You Invest in Socially Responsible Funds?

By Kimberly Palmer - Money - August 11, 2009

How to decide if matching your money with your values makes financial sense. more >>

Amid Recession, Women Spend Even Less

By Kimberly Palmer - Alpha Consumer - August 10, 2009

A survey finds gender differences in decisions to scale back. more >>

Stay-at-Home Moms Need a Career Plan

By Kimberly Palmer - Alpha Consumer - August 6, 2009

Consider freelancing, volunteering, or telecommuting while you're out of the office. more >>

Benefits of Budgeting by the Year, Not Month

By Kimberly Palmer - Alpha Consumer - August 5, 2009

Lower confidence in annual projections generates better results. more >>

Retire Early? Maybe With These Frugal Steps

By Kimberly Palmer - Alpha Consumer - August 4, 2009

Extreme savers share how they scale back their workloads. more >>

8 Ways to Find Affordable Child Care

By Kimberly Palmer - Money - August 4, 2009

The recession has opened up new options for parents. more >>

Questions from a Cash-Strapped College Grad

By Kimberly Palmer - Alpha Consumer - August 3, 2009

Should she pay off student loans, buy a house, or save? more >>

Unexpected College Costs: Readers' Edition

By Kimberly Palmer - Alpha Consumer - July 31, 2009

From career consultants to dorm furniture, expenses really add up. more >>

Wedding Guests Rethink Gift Spending

By Kimberly Palmer - Alpha Consumer - July 30, 2009

The recession has some people getting creative about how to offer their congratulations. more >>

When a Deal Isn’t Really a Deal

By Kimberly Palmer - Alpha Consumer - July 29, 2009

How to tell the difference between real bargains and the ones that cost you money. more >>

Audio: Pre-Marital Money Talks

By Kimberly Palmer - Alpha Consumer - July 28, 2009

Credit histories and spending styles should be part of the discussion. more >>

Credit Card Bill Already Affects Consumers

By Kimberly Palmer - Alpha Consumer - July 28, 2009

The legislation creates unintended consequences even before most changes are implemented. more >>

When It Pays to Go Green

By Kimberly Palmer - Money - July 28, 2009

A guide to whether environmental benefits justify the extra expense. more >>

The New Generation of Philanthropists

By Kimberly Palmer - Alpha Consumer - July 27, 2009

Giving to charity now means having fun along with writing checks. more >>

How to Make a Micro-Loan Overseas

By Kimberly Palmer - Alpha Consumer - July 24, 2009

This growing area of philanthropy makes use of business incentives. more >>

Stephen Baldwin: Another Celeb Debt Casualty

By Kimberly Palmer - Alpha Consumer - July 23, 2009

The actor has racked up millions in debt, despite his reality television success. more >>