In times of plenty, relocating for work usually means a better job or a higher standard of living. But in today’s tough economy, many are finding that they just can’t find work or maintain their standard of living where they currently live. It’s especially bad in New York and California, two places where the economy ...

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Writing Your Money: The Missing Manual has been intense. I’ve spent a ton of time researching personal finance topics ranging from buying a car to funding a 401(k) to the relationship between money and happiness. My research has reinforced some of my convictions (index funds are the best investment for 99% of personal investors, for ...

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What a Mess [caption id="" align="alignright" width="425" caption="Photo: ehow.com"][/caption] Getting into debt is easy, because all it takes is to spend more money than you make through credit cards and other loans. The time has come for you to pay the piper after living the good life. Taking out a loan to pay off your debts may ...

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Owning a Car Can be Expensive [caption id="" align="alignright" width="240" caption="Photo: flickr.com via mrgus"][/caption] The thought about owning a car can be exciting for anyone. The many makes and models of vehicles could frustrate a potential buyer. Financing is a requirement for any of the expensive cars today, so take your time to find the best deal ...

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Today’s guest on the Consumerism Commentary Podcast is David Bach, author of Start Over, Finish Rich: 10 Steps to Get You Back on Track in 2010, a book in which David discusses getting out of debt in 2010 and how to make the most of the recovering economy. David is a former senior vice president ...

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