The Difference between ...

Achieving financial security is greatly dependent on our ability to make wise choices when it comes to spending money. Spending, not earning, is the key to financial security (though both are important, of course). And yet we live in a society where over-spending is almost the norm. The...

Reader Profile: CP...

The following is the latest post in my “Reader Profiles” series. Each post in this series details the financial situation and challenges of an FMF reader. The purpose of this series is to help us all identify with people like us (in similar situations — not all will be,...

Reader Profile: EC...

The following is the latest post in my “Reader Profiles” series. Each post in this series details the financial situation and challenges of an FMF reader. The purpose of this series is to help us all identify with people like us (in similar situations — not all will be,...

Financial Rules that Wo...

If you read a handful of books (or read a few money sites or listen to a few financial radio shows) by today’s popular financial gurus, and you will begin to notice the same advice being given over and over again. The advice is designed for the masses and meant to offer general...

Five Smart Ways to Spen...

Daily Finance lists five smart ways to blow $1,000 of your tax refund , but the piece is really a list of what they suggest as good ways to spend $1k. Their list: Get a professional review of your finances. Improve your home’s curb appeal. Hire a lawyer to help you write a will....

Top 5 Best Video Device...

Your television may be the heart and soul of your home video system, but it is only as good as the programming you display on it. There are tons of options for getting quality video programming, but which ones give you the best bang for your buck? The answer to this question lies in...

Reader Profile: JV...

The following is the latest post in my “Reader Profiles” series. Each post in this series details the financial situation and challenges of an FMF reader. The purpose of this series is to help us all identify with people like us (in similar situations — not all will be,...

Star Money Articles and...

Here are some pieces I found especially worthwhile and some of the carnivals Free Money Finance was in this week: Sweating the Big Stuff says not to wait in asking for a raise . EDITOR’S CHOICE! Totally Money Blog Carnival Money Wise Pastor has IRS help for pastors . 101 Centavos...

Best Home Audio Sound S...

Home audio encompasses a broad spectrum of gadgets designed to help you do one thing: Get the best sound quality out of your home entertainment center. Whether you’re looking for a great set of surround-sound speakers to enhance your home movie experience, or an  iPod docking...

Top 5 Best Wireless Rou...

With all the wireless capable devices available, you simply have no option but to go wireless by adding a router to your home network. The wireless router is arguably one of the most important pieces of equipment you will ever buy when it comes to your network, as it is what...