Freebie Corner: Last minute gifts made from items at home

The one thing kids like better than giving the gift is making them. Below are a few easy last minute craft gift ideas for kids to make. All of them are easy, (adult supervision recommended of course), and they are great for parents, friends, siblings and other family members. You ...

• 3:29 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 23, 2012

5 tips for getting an auto loan

It's easy to spend $25,000 or more on an automobile, making it the second largest purchase for many folks, second only to the house with the garage where you'll be parking the car. And while frugal personal finance gurus such as radio talk show star Dave Ramsey preach paying cash ...

• 9:48 a.m. Sunday, Dec. 23, 2012

What is in your stocking? Cash, credit cards or store cards?

From cash or check to cash card or bank transfer, there are many ways to give monetary gifts this holiday season, but what’s the best way to give green? Experts weigh in on the safest most affordable ways to say “Happy Holidays” with money.   Checks Advantages: No fees, ability to ...

• 3:16 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 16, 2012

Banks vs. Credit Unions: Which one is right for you?

Once you start making money, one of the most important questions to ask is how - and where - you can save it. Choosing between a bank or a credit union is one of the first decisions you should make, but it's not always an easy one. We've got a ...

• 9:34 a.m. Sunday, Dec. 9, 2012

Freebie Corner: Free video message from Santa and more

Christmas is sneaking up on us, it will be here before you know it. Everyone is going to be spending money on gifts, wouldn't it be nice to score some things for free? How great would it be for your child(ren) to get a free video message from Santa. When ...

• 3:27 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 2, 2012

Top 5 ways to boost your credit score

If your credit score is less than stellar, it doesn’t mean you’re doomed to a life living in your parents’ basement and riding the city bus. Although negative items like bankruptcies and late payments will stay on your credit report for seven years, there are a few things you can start doing today to ...

• 3:10 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 2, 2012

Area fighters boxing to benefit vets

• 11:07 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 8, 2012

Freebie Corner: Free Frankenweenie tote and glowstick at Subway, plus more

Here we go again, it's time to grab your free stuff and some great deals. You can also get easy free instructions on how to make Halloween decorations in time for the big day! Try making the pumpkin luminaries from items you probably already have in your house. If that ...

• 10:56 a.m. Sunday, Oct. 21, 2012

Savings Secrets: Stacking coupons to save even more money at the grocery store

Did you know that a lot of stores have their own store coupons that you can use to save money on your favorite products? The nice thing about those store coupons, is that you can stack them with manufacturer coupons to save even more money. Here's how it works: Aimee ...

• 11:16 a.m. Monday, Oct. 15, 2012

4 fun and affordable fall and Halloween craft projects

Fall is here and Halloween is only a few weeks away. I love making art/craft projects with the kids. But I love using or re-purposing what we already have.  Here are 4 of my favorite craft projects that fit the bill.  1. As the leaves are turning beautiful colors and soon ...

• 9:50 a.m. Friday, Oct. 12, 2012