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Do you know your money personality? That might seem like a headline atop a trite magazine quiz. But knowing what drives your spending decisions matters a lot. All the advice...

Knowledge about spending your money wisely matters little if you can't overcome emotional spending. That concept might turn off some people, especially some who think spending is just about dollars,...

Many consumers are in more danger today than ever of overdrawing their checking accounts and needlessly paying exorbitant fees and penalties. The hottest controversy is about overdraft loans. When a...

Few events in life offer a better chance to waste money than buying a car or truck. And the ultimate in overspending is purchasing a brand-new vehicle. Don't be offended...

Perhaps the ultimate in careless spending is paying for something you can get free. And no place offers more valuable free stuff than your local public library. A library card...

For high school students, prom season is a crowning event of the school year. But for teens and parents alike, it can also mean a major drain on the bank...

When consumers are emotional, they're prone to spend a lot. And people certainly get emotional about their pets, whether furry, feathered or finned. Americans spent more than $34 billion last...

Here we go again. Gasoline prices are breaking through the barrier of $2 a gallon, and some dire forecasts see prices going to $3 by summer. At current prices, a...

Getting something for nothing is the ultimate in smart consumerism. So, it's no wonder that rewards credit cards have taken off in popularity. If you can be smart about choosing...

Advice about cutting costs during the holidays is abundant. To summarize, you want to set a spending limit, shop early and give thoughtful gifts, rather than simply expensive gifts. But...