As we begin our working careers, retirement seems like a distant concept; and rightly so, for many it is 30 to 40 years away. Because it is so far away, many people starting out do not even bother to enroll in the 401k available through work. Those who do enroll will fall into two basic…
It used to be that your cable and internet connections were luxuries. But between your Game of Thrones addiction and your expectation for constant connectivity, cable and internet have been upgraded to necessities. Unfortunately, the cable companies recognize that we’re lost without HBO and hi-speed wifi, and they charge accordingly. As much as it may…
This is an article from contributing writer Fred @ One Project Closer. Fred has been featured on One Smart Dollar before. If you missed it, check out his last contribution on the cost of international adoption. DIY Home Projects: How To Repair Drywall Repairing drywall is, in my opinion, the quintessential do-it-yourself project. The materials…
With the hint of spring in the air, our thoughts start turning to brackets, Cinderella stories, and the elusive sure thing. Yes, it’s time once again for March Madness. If you’re like 20% of workers, you’re going to take part in an office March Madness betting pool this year. And while you have the potential…
As many things go in life, it is far better to save money than to take out a loan. For instance, if you want a new TV, new furniture, or other items that are not necessities, do not finance them, and certainly do not use a credit card. This is especially true if you do…
There are a great number of people that like to save money on DIY projects. Rather than hire someone to do auto repair, home repair, or their taxes, they enjoy the challenge and like to save money by doing it themselves at home. Usually you can save money, and if you enjoy the activity, you might as…