Personal Finance

Holiday décor can be a strain on the wallet, but it doesn't have to be. What are some strategies for decorating your home without blowing your whole holiday savings?

By Julia Layton

On top of housing, food and activities, families have to reserve a chunk of their budget for clothing. How much does the average family spend to stay clothed?

By Emilie Sennebogen

Some people are perfectly happy shopping at discount stores. Those with decidedly designer tastes, however, will appreciate these tips and tricks that'll help save money on name-brand purchases.

By Alia Hoyt

As people begin to forgo credit, some are taking another look at that dinosaur of the '70s and '80s: layaway. The good news? Layaway has thoroughly entered the 21st century world of online shopping.

By Julia Layton

Rewards cards can be a great way to save money, but there may be some hidden costs you aren't aware of, too.

By Sara Elliott

If you clip coupons, it's probably happened to you before: You come across a great deal, but it doesn't apply to you. Don't throw it out; it could help out your neighbor.

By Sara Elliott

At some point in your life, someone you know is going to need money, and they're not going to have time to wait for the post office. Fortunately, there are plenty of options to choose from when using the Internet to part with your hard-earned cash.

By Alia Hoyt

Online bill payment has exploded over the past decade. Here are five reasons to go paperless and pay all your bills online.

By Alison Cooper

You can order almost anything online, but money orders are hard to find. Still, there are many alternatives to send money to friends and relatives.

By Alia Hoyt

Banking on the go is a modern convenience and easier than ever. But the technology involved also makes it easier to steal information. What are the best ways to protect yourself?

By Jonathan Strickland

Did you know you can deposit checks via your iPad 2? How else is the iPad 2 changing the way we handle our money?

By Clint Pumphrey

Your smartphone is your connection to not just your friends and family, but to your bank as well. So how can you find the most secure model?

By Laurie L. Dove

Online banking has exploded in the past decade, and more and more businesses are recognizing its advantages over traditional banking.

By Jane McGrath

So you're banking with your smartphone these days. What makes you so sure you're the only one who can access that app?

By Beth Brindle

It's a convenient way to communicate with your bank, but can trading text messages make you a target for thieves? Find out how to protect yourself.

By Christine Venzon

Banking by smartphone is convenient, but how can you make sure that your information (and money) will be secure? These five simple tips can help.

By Laurie L. Dove

Mobile credit card readers might make purchasing things over a smartphone easy -- but is it safe?

By Jane McGrath

Are you a little intimidated by online banking? Fret no longer. Read on to learn everything you need to know about moving your finances onto the Web and into the 21st century.

By Alia Hoyt

Of all the things you can do on the Internet, financial transactions are some of the easiest and most convenient. It all starts with an online checking account.

By Becky Striepe

The Online Trading Academy claims to teach students how to make lots of money day trading. Do the instructors here have the magic answers?

By Chris Warren

The smart phone has completely changed how people access the Internet. As a result, users must protect their mobile devices from online predators as they would their computers. How can people keep their phones secure?

By Dave Roos

Your computer is part of your daily life. You use it to work, to socialize and, more and more, to conduct your personal business like banking. How can you make sure you're being safe with every keystroke?

By Craig Haggit

Research has shown that people buy more when they can use a credit card. So, imagine what your handy iPad could do for sales, if it were equipped with a credit card reader.

By Garth Sundem

What if you could turn your smartphone into a mobile credit card? A series of devices, services and apps let you do just that.

By Jane McGrath

When was the last time you went to an actual brick-and-mortar bank? If you're wracking your brain trying to remember, you're not alone: Most people prefer online banking -- and some are flocking to online-only banks. Why?

By Dave Roos