Incredible Winter Cruise Deals

We found 10 Cruise deals this winter that will knock your socks off.

Avoid Black Friday Debt

Here are a few shopping strategies to prevent bills from taking a toll on your post-holiday budget.

Holiday Charity: Gifts With Good Karma

Charitable giving made easy, even in a less than cheery economy.

Big HDTVs Under $600

These 10 HDTV’s are all at least 32 inches wide and all are great bargains. Go Wild.

10 Reasons to Bet on America

Warren Buffett and Bill Gates are still excited about America’s economic future. Here’s why.

Manage Your Money Like A Diet!

New York Times best-selling author Ramit Sethi gives MainStreet the straight talk on personal finances. And it turns out sound saving strategies are a lot like a great diet.

Bizarre Money-Making Schemes

People will do anything to make a few bucks, especially in a recession. Here are some of the strangest stories.

Black Friday: 10 Reasons Not to Shop

Are you financially stable enough to shop for the holidays?

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deals & steals

Incredible Winter Cruise Deals

7:00 am, November 20, 2009

We found 10 Cruise deals this winter that will knock your socks off.

credit cards

Avoid Black Friday Debt

7:00 am, November 20, 2009

Here are a few shopping strategies to prevent bills from taking a toll on your post-holiday budget.

travel

Dirt Cheap Flights

5:28 pm, November 19, 2009

JetBlue holds a one day only sale on flights. With flights this cheap, you'll have to fly.

loans

Foreclosures Hitting More People with Prime Loans

4:00 pm, November 19, 2009

A rising proportion of fixed-rate home loans made to people with good credit are sinking into foreclosure.

selling a home

Can You Sell Your Home Without a Realtor?

3:52 pm, November 19, 2009

Real estate agents can be a big help in selling a home, but are they a must? If you're thinking of going it alone, here are some things to consider.

 

Negotiate the Best Deal For A Trade-In Car

2:27 pm, November 19, 2009

It is possible to negotiate a higher price for a car you're trading in – but only if you follow these key tips.

wheels

The Post-Clunker Rise in Car Prices

2:00 pm, November 19, 2009

The government's Cash for Clunkers program offered a lot of Americans great deals on new cars. Now, those falling prices have shifted into reverse.

health care

Senate, House Democratic Health Bills Compared

12:00 pm, November 19, 2009

A breakdown of the Democratic health care bills and how they add up.

careers

Deborah Norville Wants Your Respect

11:42 am, November 19, 2009

Television personality Deborah Norville has a book out with a simple message for employees and employers alike: respect is good.

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Bargaining for Cable: Free Channels & Lower Bills

Contrary to what some believe, it is possible to negotiate with large cable companies.

Happiness Index: Florida Dead Last!

How have the most financially happy states evolved in the past month? MainStreet breaks down the stats.

Health Insurance Secrets You Need to Know

What hospitals and health care providers won’t tell you.

Would You Work in a Toilet for $10K?

It’s time to scrub your resume clean. There’s a new freelance opportunity in town.

The IRA Requirement You Can Skip

Investors over 70 can opt out of the required minimum distribution this year. Is this the best option for you?

Are You Brand-Washed?

Consumers are fickle in a recession, abandoning brands for generic versions. These companies have managed to keep customers, though. Here’s how.