Money Talks with Stacy Johnson

Caring About Co-Ops

Money Talks News — Fri, 10 Jul 2009 05:32:26 +0000

In an age of Walmarts and Home Depots, there's still a place for the corner grocer, hardware store and credit union. How do small businesses compete with giant ones? Often it's by banding together.

LaidOffCamp, Networking The Unemployed

Money Talks News — Thu, 09 Jul 2009 18:56:28 +0000

Looking for work? Go to camp! LaidOffCamp that is. It's a camp for the unemployed, where the laid off look for work, connections, ideas, and maybe a little hope.

How To Get Free Prescription Drugs

Money Talks News — Wed, 08 Jul 2009 05:18:28 +0000

The high cost of drugs is enough to make you sick, but there are a plethora of programs that can help. If you're having trouble affording your prescriptions, this is for you.

How To Find A Financial Advisor

Money Talks News — Thu, 02 Jul 2009 09:15:06 +0000

Finding the right financial advisor might be one of the most important things you do.

3 Tips to Build a Better Resume

Money Talks News — Mon, 29 Jun 2009 21:57:59 +0000

Building a better resume begins with these three tips from a resume expert.

Run A Car On Cooking Oil

Money Talks News — Fri, 26 Jun 2009 20:16:35 +0000

After gas prices almost hit $5 a gallon, one man started looking for a new fuel source.

Cash For Clunkers. Worst Law Ever?

Money Talks News — Fri, 26 Jun 2009 03:57:26 +0000

The Cash For Clunkers Law gives car buyers vouchers worth up to $4,500 toward a new car, providing they trade in a gas-guzzler in an effort to clean up the environment... but will it work?

Death of the Mortgage Broker

Money Talks News — Thu, 25 Jun 2009 07:29:44 +0000

Many banks are cutting out the middle man and handling mortgages in-house. Are mortgage brokers a dying breed?

5 Cheap Do-It-Yourself Home Repairs

Money Talks News — Mon, 22 Jun 2009 21:49:13 +0000

You may not have the money right now to make big home repairs, but that doesn't mean you can't make some small ones that could save you money in the long run.

First Time Homebuyers Rejoice

Money Talks News — Fri, 19 Jun 2009 19:41:19 +0000

A collapsed housing market means first time home buyers are finding bargains and relief from the first time homebuyer tax credit.

X-Treme Coupon Clipping

Money Talks News — Wed, 17 Jun 2009 16:39:30 +0000

One woman reduces her grocery bill 75% just by clipping coupons.

College Grads “Will Work For Free”

Money Talks News — Tue, 16 Jun 2009 10:00:09 +0000

Unable to find jobs in a diminished job market, many college grads are turning to internships on graduation.

Surviving The Cost of Divorce

Money Talks News — Mon, 15 Jun 2009 16:16:35 +0000

With the cost of divorce rising, many divorcing couples are turning to less expensive divorce alternatives.

Money & Marriage

Money Talks News — Fri, 12 Jun 2009 10:00:12 +0000

It’s June, wedding month, and if you're about to walk down the aisle there are lots of things to talk about... including family finances.

How Much Is A Trillion Dollars?

Money Talks News — Thu, 11 Jun 2009 10:00:35 +0000

Just how much is a trillion dollars? A lot more than you think it is.

How To Buy Toxic Mortgage Loans

Money Talks News — Wed, 10 Jun 2009 23:55:58 +0000

They're known as toxic assets: mortgages on foreclosed houses. Uncle Sam wants the banks to sell them... maybe to you. But is toxic your cup of tea?

Beauty Schools Mean Salon Savings

Money Talks News — Thu, 04 Jun 2009 02:00:57 +0000

Beauty schools offer the same salon services at less than salon prices.

Hotels Increasing Hidden Fees

Money Talks News — Mon, 01 Jun 2009 17:50:31 +0000

Hotels are adding hidden fees in an effort to make up for the bad economy.

5 Ways to Pay For College

Money Talks News — Fri, 29 May 2009 10:00:55 +0000

Going back to school is one way to make you more recession-proof. Here are 5 ways to pay for it.

Penny Pinching Your Pet Expenses

Money Talks News — Wed, 27 May 2009 10:00:55 +0000

Just about everyone is finding ways to stretch a dollar. But since our pets don't know much about that, they may need a little help from us...