When money is tight, a $350 laptop is a seductive alternative to a full-powered machine that might run anywhere from $1,000 to $2,000. And, indeed, there are plenty of options out there around $350, like this or this. But with …
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Brand Behind Steve Jobs’ Iconic Turtleneck Sees Sales Boost
Did Steve Jobs’ passing inspire fans to nab his famed wardrobe? The Apple founder was infamous for wearing a black mock turtleneck, jeans and sneakers to every keynote presentation. And one company claims sales have skyrocketed …
Born to Spend (or Save): It’s All in Your Genes
When it comes to personal spending and saving habits, it’s all in the genes, a new study says. Is it true that we really can’t help ourselves?
The Right Way to Cancel a Credit Card
When I was younger, I carried more than $20,000 in credit card debt, and it took a long time to recover. While credit cards aren’t evil, they can be very dangerous.
Why Free Things Can Cost A Lot (And Make Your Brain Freeze)
News that Slurpee sales spike on days when 7-Eleven gives Slurpees away got us wondering why — well, it got our editors wondering why — and we think we have an answer. So, in this Mind Over Money post, we’ll explain how …
Friends with Money: How to Handle Peer Pressure
Most of our friends are in similar financial situations to our own. The people we work and play with come from similar groups, and generally have similar incomes. But most of us have a few friends who seem to be loaded, while …
Money Can’t Buy Happiness — Or Can It?
Many people get sucked into the belief that having more money is the key to a better life. But it’s not.
Profitable Nonviolence
How the surprising effects of violent movies can help us to make smarter money decisions.
Nobody Cares More About Your Money Than You Do
There were times when I wouldn't check receipts or drive back to a store if I was given the wrong change. Not anymore.
America the thrifty. Well, that was short-lived
“The New Frugality,” declared the cover of Time magazine on April 27, 2009. Just kidding!
Q&A with Consumer Psychologist Kathleen Vohs
Kathleen D. Vohs, associate professor of marketing at the University of Minnesota’s Carlson School of Management, is an expert in self-regulation, problems with spending, and the psychology of money. Among other things, her work reveals how people feel when they’re reminded of money they’ve spent (not so good), and how you can practice …