Financing Your Next Car

by Camille Hislop

It's only a matter of time before you trade in your old gas guzzler for a new, energy efficient model. Discover what the dealerships don't want you to know before you buy.

Make $1000 Back a Year With Debit Card Purchases

sponsored by PerkStreet Financial

This new digital banking system offers account holders 5% back of every purchase. One of the perks is that you could potentially earn $1000 back every year. 

Save Your Bank Account

via The Simple Dollar

Truth be told, we all know we waste a lot of money. Here are a few tips on how to save your bank account without drastically changing your lifestyle.

How Gen Y Can Overcome It's Biggest Financial Hurdles

By Susan Johnson ... via US News

US News chats with former MSNBC financial reporter, Nicole Lapin, about how Gen Y can manage their money easier and learn important tactics when it comes to spending.

Money Management Apps Made Easy

By Michael Clauw

These days everything is going paperless, including money.  Not only can banking and investing be carried out from anywhere in the world with a click of a button, but there are a plethora of third party apps that can keep you connected to and on top of your finances.

The Financialization of Oil

By Les Leopold ... via AlterNet

Gasoline prices have been falling in recent weeks, but they're still close to their five-year high after climbing steeply for three years. For every penny increase at the pump, $1.4 billion per year leaves our collective pockets, creating a drag on the sluggish “recovery.” Where does it go and what caused the price explosion at the pump?

Understanding Stocks

via The Mint

Stocks can be confusing, but the following infographic is designed to further your understanding of the investment.

Deciphering Credit Cards

via The Mint

Learn what all those numbers and symbols on your credit card really mean...

Credit 101: Choosing The Right Credit Card

by Jamie via survivingcollegelife.com & Jim Davis via moneywisetelevision

So, you’ve weighed the options and decided to get a credit card. Congrats! This is just one more step into adulthood. Unfortunately it’s also another step into responsibility. Here are a few thoughts on choosing and using credit cards that should (hopefully!) make the process a little smoother...

Bank or Credit Union?

via iGrad.com

Banks have taken a huge public relations hit in the media since the TARP fiasco, but life has moved on, and many people are still with their banks. While credit unions have experienced a surge in membership, and are touted positively for their great customer service and low fees, it is still a good idea to give banks a fair viewing in this ongoing debate.

What You Need To Know Before Signing a Lease

by Alan Henry via LifeHacker.com

Searching for a new apartment can be fun. The thrill of finding listings, and choosing candidates based on photos, maps, and amenities can be enjoyable, and there are plenty of tools to make the search easy.