Personal Money Management

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By eHow Personal Finance Editor 0 comments
A recession is when the nation experiences 6 months of negative gross domestic product growth (GDP). GDP is the sum total of all goods and services produced in a specified period. A recession usually means higher unemployment and lower interest ... more »
By eHow Personal Finance Editor 0 comments
When people from all over the world owe you money, it's easy to collect by using PayPal's "request money" feature. Whether you are a merchant wanting to send detailed invoices to your customers or an individual trying to collect the money your ... more »
By pmoncoeur 0 comments
Ever wonder how to protect your identity? Or what should I do if my identity is stolen? Or what should I do if I am a victim of fraud?.. more »
By eHow Personal Finance Editor 3 comments
Making $1 million is not as difficult as it used to be, but you will still need to plan carefully, sock away a lot of money and invest wisely to achieve your goal... more »
By mrmojo 2 comments
When your computer /stereo /tv/equipment is plugged in but turned off it goes into standby mode, this means it is still using electricity.this is whats called a power leak ... more »
By stlscientist 11 comments
If you're like many tax filers, you're going to receive a government stimulus check this month. To get the most out of your money check out some of the more interesting ways you could spend it... more »
By sbouie 1 comments
Over 90% of all Americans are deep in debt. Without good credit you cannot get a loan, buy a car or finance a home. Many people have credit problems and just do not know how to get out of them. Fortunately, there are solutions... more »
By eHow Personal Finance Editor 1 comments
Declaring bankruptcy is a drastic step for dealing with financial problems, so it should be the absolute last resort taken when dealing with financial woes. Since the United States Congress enacted the Bankruptcy Abuse and Creditor Protection Act ... more »
By GreenMomma 2 comments
Surviving a recession with little to no impact on your financial status will be difficult. Here are a few tips to get you through it... more »
By eMerrill 0 comments
Nearly everyone has some old gold jewelry lying around that they never wear. With gold prices high right now, it may be time to turn that unused gold into useful cash. But you'll find there's a wide range in what buyers will pay for your gold, so ... more »
By eHow Personal Finance Editor 2 comments
Whole life insurance policy dividends can be used in a number of ways, but be sure you know the tax consequences of each by consulting with a qualified tax adviser before you act... more »
By marchyde078 0 comments
There are times in life when we have to send money, and send it fast. When sending a check or giving cash are not options, you may choose to wire transfer money. Wire transfers are quick, cheap and will allow you to send money anywhere in the ... more »
By Cloey 0 comments
It happens to all of us one time or another. We’re laid off or we switch jobs or some unforeseen expense falls from the sky and we can’t make those monthly payments to our creditors. What do you do? Ignoring them seems, at first anyway, to be ... more »
By eHow Personal Finance Editor 2 comments
Thousands of companies push their fraudulent "sweepstakes" into the mailboxes of unsuspecting consumers. Protect yourself by learning to identify the signs of fraud... more »
By eHow Personal Finance Editor 1 comments
Purchasing an annuity is one of the most effective ways to save and invest tax-deferred earnings and have them paid back to you over time down the road. If you've decided that an annuity is suitable for you, here's a framework to help you narrow ... more »
By jenstewart 0 comments
Here is an easy way to manage your finances by creating a free monthly budget planner. These free budget worksheets are printable making them both user friendly and versatile... more »
By Denish 4 comments
It's easy to earn money from ehow. Just you must write what you know... more »
By grantguru 0 comments
This article will teach you the basics of what you need to effectively write a grant proposal. I will also give you some of the "tricks of the trade" and show you where you can find some of the resources you need to make your search easier... more »
By renee82 0 comments
A money order is another form of a check people use to pay a bill or buy a product among other things... more »
By eHow Personal Finance Editor 0 comments
A cash-back debit card is a great option for those who don't qualify for a credit card (or those who want better control over their spending) but still want to take advantage of some of its rewards. While credit cards with cash-back programs are ... more »
By moneymechanic 0 comments
How to get a credit card with bad credit. Credit cards, when used properly can help repair and rebuild your credit. Learn other ways that you can fix bad credit in our step-by-step instructions... more »
By imaqueen1975 0 comments
how to apply and get an unsecured credit card in 60 seconds.. more »
By eHow Personal Finance Editor 0 comments
Private mortgage insurance, or PMI, is an additional monthly fee required by most lenders when your down payment on a home is less than 20 percent. Here are some ways to get rid of PMI on your existing home loan... more »
By Greatfunmoms 0 comments
If you have a lot of credit card debt and it seem that always spend over the limit of your credit card and just pay minimum amount every month and you would like to pay it off as soon as possible this tips below will show you what to do.. more »
By eHow Personal Finance Editor 0 comments
Keep inflation from wiping out your nest egg... more »