Savvy Links: The Top 10 Most Stressful Jobs


Updated 05/15/12 12:10 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Most Stressful Jobs

The top 10 most stressful jobs — LearnVest Another reason not to get shared checking — The Jane Dough Distracting gadgets to help while away a long flight — Tecca 10 steps to writing a great résumé — Free Money Finance Could an online savings account be right for you? — CreditKarma Ways to brag about your career accomplishments — The Grindstone What the military is really like for Read more

Countdown to the Big Day: How to Hire a Personal Trainer


Updated 05/14/12 2:55 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

How to Hire a Personal Trainer Before the Wedding

You're hiring a caterer, florist, and wedding planner, so why not also enlist the expertise of a personal trainer? If you're trying to lose weight for your wedding, having a trainer can be one of the best ways to help you reach your goals. But since you're on a timeline, it's important to ensure you're getting what you need from your training sessions. Here's how to hire the right personal Read more

5 Simple Tips to Trim Your Wedding Guest List


Updated 05/10/12 3:55 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

How to Cut Your Wedding Guest List

From long-lost aunts and uncles to your father-in-law's best friend's cousin, it's easy to let your wedding guest list spin out of control. It's tough to pick and choose who to invite — where do you draw the line? Still, when it comes to watching expenses, cutting the guest list can be one of the quickest ways to keep costs low. Whether you're narrowing it down in hopes of a more intimate Read more

Savvy Links: The Ultimate Guide to Bank Loans


Updated 05/08/12 5:05 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Guide to Bank Loans

The ultimate guide to bank loans — Real Simple Getting spending under control by differentiating needs and wants — Free Money Finance The worst 18 states for working moms — The Jane Dough Boost your immune system with these five spices — LearnVest Ditch your home printer to save money and paper — Tecca How I quit my job and rowed across three oceans — HuffPost Women 10 stressed Read more

7 Money Mistakes Women Often Make


Updated 05/04/12 12:20 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Financial Mistakes Women Make

We all make mistakes — we're all human after all. LearnVest shares some of the common money mistakes that women often make so readers will learn not to make them, too. Some of us handle our money flawlessly, perfectly, brilliantly, all of the time. But most of us don't. Most of us make mistakes here and there. We make some mistakes more than others, because of our personalities, or our Read more

Earning $50,000 Will Make You Happy


Updated 05/03/12 4:31 PM · Posted by · 1 comment

How Much Money Do You Need to Be Happy?

The magic number for happiness is apparently $50,000. LearnVest tells us more about it. Good news! Apparently, happiness is on sale for the new, low price of $50,000. Nope, we’re not talking about private trips to outer space, or even tuition for an Ivy League college. Apparently, all you need to be happy is $50,000 in yearly income. RELATED: Exercise Can Help Your Finances: The Read more

Everyday Activities That Make Your Allergies Worse


Updated 04/27/12 1:50 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Things That Make Allergies Worse

Most of us are psyched for warmer weather, but allergy sufferers are cursing runny noses, congestion, red eyes, and itchy throats. You may not realize it, but here are the everyday things that can aggravate your symptoms. Exercising outside is a no-brainer when temps start going up, but not so for those allergic to pollen. If you can't bear to skip outdoor workouts, try to exercise early in the Read more

Easy Way to Go Green: Pay Your Bills Online


Updated 04/20/12 7:10 AM · Posted by GeekSugar · 3 comments

Paying Bills Online Is an Easy Way to Be Eco Friendly

I'm sure SavvySugar would agree with me on this one: paying your bills online not only saves you time, but also helps you save the planet. With just a few clicks of your mouse, you can fulfill your monthly requirements, set up automatic payments, and help mother earth by reducing the amount of paper being used for monthly statements if you opt to have your bills delivered to your email inbox, Read more

Are Money Clubs the New Book Clubs?


Updated 04/20/12 12:20 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

What Is a Money Club?

Money clubs are a great and fun way to stay on top of your finances. With friends supporting you, you can conquer the world and money issues! LearnVest shares how you can start one. Thea, 31, a lawyer, lives in Brooklyn, NY. Although her friends are, in her own words, “bright, savvy, awesome women,” many felt lost financially — much like she did. “In fact, almost all of them knew someone Read more

Dealing With Money-Related Stress


Updated 02/29/12 1:33 PM · Posted by SavvySugar · 7 comments

Tips For Dealing With Money-Related Stress

Economic anxiety is the issue en mode, and experts say the number of people seeking help for their money-induced stress is growing. Those reaching out to professionals for help haven't necessarily dealt with huge financial blows, and some patients are simply affected by the general uncertainty of the times. Whether you're suffering from serious panic attacks, losing sleep, or simply feel more Read more