http://www.sheknows.com/ Mon, 07 Jan 2013 07:47:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/980811/bargaining-for-medical-care One of the biggest expenses most families deal with is the high cost of medical care. Whether it’s procedures that aren’t covered by insurance or just life’s little emergencies, can you get a better deal by negotiating? http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/980811/bargaining-for-medical-care Living Money and finance Family spending Sherri Kuhn Fri, 07 Dec 2012 05:26:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/shopping/articles/976755/tips-for-saving-money-during-the-holidays If there is ever a time you want to find a great bargain and shop smart, it’s fall and winter. The holiday season is just around the corner and you’ll likely be spending a significant amount on gifts, food, decorations and charitable donations. However, more routine costs don’t go away, so how do you enjoy this season and make your dollars stretch from now through the end of the year? Here are five simple ideas. http://www.sheknows.com/shopping/articles/976755/tips-for-saving-money-during-the-holidays Shopping Bargains, Savings & Shopping Tips Regina Lewis Thu, 08 Nov 2012 09:31:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/975327/financial-tips-for-women A leading woman in the financial industry, Brittney Castro spoke with SheKnows regarding her mission to empower women on becoming financially wise so they can live the life they've always dreamed of. http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/975327/financial-tips-for-women Living Money and finance Budgeting & Saving Sarah Brooks Fri, 21 Sep 2012 07:06:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/970621/investing-mistakes-to-avoid Investing is crucial to your retirement and your future, but not everyone actually does it. According to Chief Economist Dennis Jacobe, only 54 percent of Americans invest in the stock market. Nowadays, most choose to invest their money in real estate. Though it’s definitely a plus to own your home by the time you retire, it’s never best to put all your eggs in one basket. Diversifying is essential when it comes to planning and preparing for retirement. Also, be weary of common mistakes that people make along the way. http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/970621/investing-mistakes-to-avoid Living Money and finance Budgeting & Saving Sarah Brooks Thu, 23 Aug 2012 09:03:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/968929/best-personal-finance-apps-for-the-iphone Whether you are looking to pay off your credit cards, start saving for retirement or just need to get a handle on everyday money matters, these personal finance apps can help. http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/968929/best-personal-finance-apps-for-the-iphone Living Technology New Products & Reviews Kori Ellis Thu, 05 Jul 2012 14:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/964503/check-your-childs-credit-report Before you toss junk mail with your child’s name on it, consider how that junk mail came to be. If your child’s name is in a credit card database, it’s very possible her identity has been stolen. Your child, regardless of her age, may already have bad credit. Learn how to protect your child by checking for credit fraud and preventing identity theft. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/964503/check-your-childs-credit-report Parenting Parenting Tips & Advice Maria Mora Fri, 15 Jun 2012 12:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/963042/do-you-need-a-financial-planner The older we get the more complicated navigating finances can become. Trying to understand health care options, retirement accounts, life insurance policies, the stock market and how much to put in a rainy-day fund can be overwhelming. Can you manage it on your own or should you invest time and money into consulting a financial planner? http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/963042/do-you-need-a-financial-planner Living Career and Time Management Budgeting & Saving Jessica Watson Thu, 24 May 2012 06:30:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/960353/how-to-find-barter-options When you exchange goods or services without using money, this is called bartering. This form of "sales" has really grown in popularity in the last few years. With the economy tight, people might have less actual cash to use for purchases, but the skills or goods they have available can easily be put to work in a barter scenario to create a win/win situation for everyone involved. http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/960353/how-to-find-barter-options Living Career and Time Management Budgeting & Saving Laura Carson Miller Tue, 01 May 2012 01:48:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/957183/5-common-budget-missteps-for-families We know budgeting can be a drag, but a smart family budget is essential to help you realize your personal and financial goals. The key is to get it right up front. Here are five common missteps to avoid when creating your household budget. http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/957183/5-common-budget-missteps-for-families Living Money and finance Family spending Elaina Verhoff Tue, 01 May 2012 01:35:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/957189/how-to-get-a-car-loan You've found your dream car and negotiated the price. Before you sign on the dotted line, make sure you're getting the best possible car loan. Here's everything you need to know to finance your vehicle. http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/957189/how-to-get-a-car-loan Living Career and Time Management Elaina Verhoff