<![CDATA[Money Smarts]]>http://www.sheknows.com/ Mon, 01 Oct 2012 00:00:00 -0700 <![CDATA[Identity theft protection tips]]> http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/8065/identity-theft-how-it-happens-and-how-you-can-stop-it Did you enjoy your recent trip to Maui? How about the new Mercedes? And then your home loan was turned down because of a mysterious bankruptcy you never filed. What is going on? Two words: identity theft. This crime is on the rise, but you can avoid being a victim by being aware of how these scammers work. http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/8065/identity-theft-how-it-happens-and-how-you-can-stop-it Living Money and finance Budgeting & Saving SheKnows Living Editors Sat, 16 Apr 2011 21:18:00 -0700 <![CDATA[5 Ways to teach your children to save]]> http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/812400/5-ways-to-teach-your-children-to-save Anytime is the right time to teach kids the value of money. Older kids, especially, are subjected to constant media and peer pressure to keep up with the latest trends which results in most children learning to associate money with spending rather than saving. Children are watching money magically be ejected out of machines and transactions made via the internet, making it difficult to grasp the concept of where money comes from, how much you can afford to spend and how to save. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/812400/5-ways-to-teach-your-children-to-save Parenting Super Moms Guide Super Moms Guide: Money & Career Suzi Milovanovic Thu, 23 Dec 2010 07:57:00 -0800 <![CDATA[3 Financial tips to manage money in the New Year]]> http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/821607/3-financial-tips-to-manage-money-in-the-new-year With a brand-new year staring us in the face, it’s likely you’ve had a few resolutions cross your mind. You know, things you want to improve, or maybe even something you might want to change completely. Along with exercise and volunteering, one of the top resolutions involves better management of our own personal finances. Here are a few New Year’s resolutions to help you manage your money. http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/821607/3-financial-tips-to-manage-money-in-the-new-year Living Career and Time Management Budgeting & Saving Laura Carson Miller Wed, 02 Dec 2009 21:25:00 -0800 <![CDATA[How to find online savings]]> http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/812401/how-to-find-online-savings Commercial retailers didn't really understand online commerce until the late 1990s. But they've since caught their stride, amassing huge databases of information about customer behavior. They use this information to tune their pricing, special offers and promotions accordingly -- for instance, offering online promotions midweek, so consumers can shop at work. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/812401/how-to-find-online-savings Parenting Super Moms Guide Super Moms Guide: Money & Career Suzi Milovanovic Tue, 17 Mar 2009 09:26:00 -0700 <![CDATA[13 Tips on how to save money and spend wisely]]> http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/808185/tips-on-how-to-save-money-and-spend-wisely President Obama believes we can stimulate the economy by spending. So, how do we do our part as Americans, yet protect our own financial interests? http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/808185/tips-on-how-to-save-money-and-spend-wisely Living Career and Time Management Nina Spitzer Thu, 12 Feb 2009 13:11:00 -0800 <![CDATA[Get out of credit card debt ]]> http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/807753/get-out-of-credit-card-debt Surprise! There's no finance fairy that will wave a magic wand and help you get out of credit card debt. You earned it by the choices you've made... and only wise choices and commitment will make credit card debt go away. Read on for debt solutions. http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/807753/get-out-of-credit-card-debt Living Money and finance Nina Spitzer Tue, 22 Jul 2008 20:12:00 -0700 <![CDATA[Top 5 ways to get out of debt]]> http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/804855/top-ways-to-get-out-of-debt Your bills keep coming and your debt continues to pile up. It may seem daunting, but if you change your attitude and focus on getting out of debt, it can be easier than you think. http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/804855/top-ways-to-get-out-of-debt Living Money and finance Lori Wilson Thu, 07 Feb 2008 09:36:00 -0800 <![CDATA[Five steps to financial freedom]]> http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/50410/five-steps-to-a-great-life Want a life makeover and the freedom that comes with financial success? It isn't as hard as you think. By taking action in five areas, you can start living a more fulfilling life right now. http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/50410/five-steps-to-a-great-life Living Career and Time Management Budgeting & Saving Caroline Goddard