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Even more experienced car buyers can be caught in car salesman tricks of the trade. Here's what to watch for when a car salesman tries to sell you new car.

Perhaps it's time to start talking about money. It's time to stop letting shame and inadequacy keep us from being real and honest about money and finances. Here's what I've learned about debt support groups, including how to find online support groups as well as local debt support groups in your area.

If the government can bail out AIG, why aren't everyone's debts also canceled? That's a good question, but is it a good idea? Here's what you need to know about the latest mortgage crisis and how these government bailouts will affect you.

John McCain says Barack Obama will raise taxes for everyone. Barack Obama says John McCain will give the rich tax cuts while cutting needed services. McCain accuses Obama of giving government hand-outs. Obama accuses McCain of not being in touch. Aside from the accusations, where do the presidential nominees stand on the economy? Following is a summary of Barack Obama's plans for the future, as well as his past actions to improve the economy.

At what point is monthly budgeting a means of saving and planning for the future, as opposed to a means for survival?

If you're looking for some debt collection help, including tips for dealing with debt collectors who are harassing you, start here. These tips will help put an end to all the phone calls from debt collection agencies, and put you back in control of your past-due bills.

Here are my best tips when you buy cars for cash, rather than financing. There are certain benefits to consider when you choose to pay cash for used cars and new cars. Here they are...

There are many advantages to paying a mortgage over paying rent. Still, renting a home is not exactly a waste of your money. Here are some interesting facts regarding renting vs owning a home.

Are there any incentives to purchase savings bonds right now? While I-Series savings bonds are less desirable today than they were just a month ago, there are still reasons you may want to purchase savings bonds at this time. Here's what you need to know about Series I bonds.

Measuring one method of doing dishes against another, dishwashers cost less and get your dishes cleaner than hand-washing alone. Here are some other things you can do to save money while using the dishwasher to clean your dishes...

A large number of Generation Y is still living at home with mom and dad, in an effort to save for the future. While this means these adult kids will have more money in their bank accounts to buy a home and start a family, it also puts a strain on Mom and Dad's savings. And they still have their OWN future to plan for.

Can inflation actually pay off for us? Yep, here's how. According to financial guru Clark Howard, you should purchase savings bonds. Say what?!

My family used a Health Savings Account one year. Here are some thoughts about HSAs...

For many people, shopping for themselves can bring on feelings of guilt, anxiety, and doubt. However, the process of deciding what to buy this month, and what can wait until next month does not have to be so hard.

Here's how to create the world's simplest budget... One that's guaranteed to get you out of a desperate financial situation and make you happy for a change!

For most of my adult life, I refused to carry cash. Recently, I've had a change of heart. Here's why I think paying with cash is the best way to go -- most of the time.

Some tips for using Dave Ramsey's Cash Envelope System when you're budgeting your bills for the month. Finally, you'll have a handle on how much you can spend, and how much you need to save to get through each month.

I completely agree with Suze Orman when she says it's better to pay off your home loan early. Here's why...