Strapped for Cash? HVAC Solutions Keep Costs Low and Comfort High
Like many Americans, you're probably thinking about ways you can reduce your living expenses. Heating and cooling costs account for more than 40 percent of the average home's energy bill, so finding ways to become more energy efficient can save you real cash.

New car shopping? Why the time is right, and why it's the right thing to do
Highly motivated dealers, offers to make your payments if you lose your job and a wealth of inventory - all make it a great time to buy a new car.

Five Recession Solutions for Your 401(k)
Do you cringe every time you open your 401(k) statement? If you're feeling the temptation of pulling your money, you're not alone. But before you do so, you need to think strategically. Here are some must-know tips.

Looking for ways to save?
People everywhere are worried about layoffs, retirement savings and the state of their financial affairs. If you're worried about what to do if you lose your job or just looking for ways to save money, your first step should be to talk to your bank about how you can make the most of your banking relationship.

Tips for Finding the Right Vehicle that Fits Your Style and Wallet
In today's economy, every dollar counts. If you need to purchase an expensive necessity item like a car you must do so with serious thought and attention to detail. Here are some things to consider.

Five ideas for affordable summer fun
If you have a small budget for summer fun, you'll want to get the most bang for your buck. And there are plenty of activities you can enjoy for free in your own backyard or close to home.

Spend money to save money
Sometimes you have to spend money to save money. The average household spends about $2,000 on energy bills every year. If you switched to appliances and lighting products that are Energy Star rated, you could save $75 a year in energy costs.

A home improvement project that pays you back 4 ways
There's a home improvement project this year that not only adds value and curb appeal to your home, but saves energy and offers up to a $1,500 federal tax credit to homeowners. The project? A stylish new insulated garage door.

Bring school home with financial tips for your teen
(ARA) - Does your teen expect you to dole out cash like an ATM? Does your child know the word "budget?"As you prepare your teenager for the school bell to ring again this fall, you can take the opportunity to turn your home into a classroom learning experience.

How to Hit a Financial Planning Homerun
The crack of the bat. The roar of the crowd as you round the bases. While hitting a homerun in the big leagues is only the stuff of dreams for most of us, baseball can serve as a wonderful analogy for our quest for financial security. Here are some timeless financial tips.

More students taking advantage of online education
As computers evolved from occupying a huge air-conditioned room to being so small they fit into the palm of your hand, how you use them has too. One of the largest growing fields for online usage is education. More than 3.9 million college students took at least one online course in the fall of 2007.

Caregivers helping with finances urged to switch to direct deposit
Half of American caregivers make health-related decisions for a loved one, and a new government survey finds an equal number are now helping to manage the finances of a parent, friend or other person needing their care -- adding to caregivers' levels of stress and anxiety.

Summer can be expensive -- maximize your money
The summer months can bring big expenses. The weather is nice, your wardrobe needs a short-sleeved update, you've got vacation time to travel and extra daylight hours to tackle home improvement projects on your list. With so many potential expenses, it's important to maximize your money.

Credit crunch insomnia
If you lay awake late at night worrying about your finances you're not alone. The credit crunch is taking its toll on sleep habits, with Americans losing valuable shut-eye every night.