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6 Strategies to Save Money While Moving 04/27/2015 08:00pm • There comes a time or two (or more) in everyone's life when they have to pack up their belongings and change their place of residence. Whether it's due to career changes, personal life changes or something else, it's time to move on.However, moving can be expensive. This becomes more true as your fa 5 things to do before signing your first apartment lease 04/27/2015 09:00am • Moving into your first apartment is a huge milestone. It means independence, both financially and psychologically, plus the chance to shop for new home decor. But before you take the leap and sign your first apartment lease, take these steps to present the strongest case to the landlord and protect How to Successfully Live Under a Homeowners Association 04/26/2015 08:00pm • If you buy a condominium, townhouse or single-family home in a newer development, you're likely to become a member of a community association. About 20 percent of Americans live in a community governed by a condo association, homeowners association or co-op board, according to the Community Associ The Good, Bad and Ugly of Real Estate Investments 04/21/2015 08:00pm • While many investors get a rise when it comes to the potential profits in real estate, that doesn't mean all properties rise enough in value to justify the commitment. "Some people buy real estate expecting it to appreciate a lot over time," says David Reiss, a professor of law and research directo The Cost of Living Alone 04/21/2015 08:00pm • To live with roommates or not to live with roommates? That is the question for anyone looking to find his or her first apartment (or even second, third or fourth). Living alone has many great benefits: You have total privacy and complete control of your surroundings. You can decorate anyway you ple 4 Ways to Cut the Clutter and Make Money Doing It 04/16/2015 08:00pm • The winter is thawing (finally) and with that comes the inevitable closet purge. Piles of bulky sweaters, your sixth pair of blue jeans and that dress you haven't worn in over a year -- these are all signs you may need to do some wardrobe editing. Have a roommate? That might also mean you have two o How to Afford Retirement in Paris 04/14/2015 08:00pm • Living in Paris, the world's most beautiful, romantic city, would be a dream come true for many. But retire to Paris? Who could possibly afford that? In fact, retirement in Paris is a more realistic idea now than it's been in a long time, thanks to the dollar's strength versus the euro. Even so, ce Five Wedding 'Staples' to Skip 04/09/2015 08:00pm • The save the dates are in and the invitations on their way. In just a few short weeks, wedding season will be in full swing, along with the stress of the average $31,213 price tag for the happy couple and $592 average cost for guests. That's according to the annual wedding report from The Knot and 9 Rules to Guide Your Overseas Property Purchase 04/06/2015 08:00pm • The idea of buying a home as part of your retirement in a new country can be intimidating, and it isn't for everyone. However, a piece of property in your chosen retirement haven can double as an investment, generating cash flow from rental income when you're not using the place yourself and allowin The Compromises Millennials Make to Be Homeowners 04/06/2015 08:00pm • For millennials who head down the aisle and start decorating nurseries, a mortgage is a scary prospect to add to an already heavy debt load. It makes sense that they've delayed the homebuying process compared to previous generations, as only 36 percent of homeowners are age 35 and younger, according Tales of Early Retirement: the Path 3 People Took 04/06/2015 08:00pm • Many Americans fear they'll never be able to retire, but there are those who are able to retire early, saying goodbye to the rat race before they hit 60 and pursuing their true passion. For many, that passion includes continuing to work, but at their own pace and doing something they truly enjoy. I Real Estate Investing: The Best and Worst Markets for Property Taxes 04/01/2015 08:00pm • Depending on where the property is, paying property taxes on real estate you own can be a curse or a blessing. For real estate investors, it's normally the second biggest fixed cost they need to consider, next to their monthly mortgage payments, when calculating potential cash flow on investment pro Beware of These 7 Budget Blockers 03/31/2015 08:00pm • Everyone knows the importance of having a household budget, yet Gallup and other surveys suggest that some 60 to 70 percent of American adults admit they don't have one; even fewer stick to the budgets they do make. Why is that, exactly? Two words: budget blockers. Those irksome situa 10 Ways to Live Within Your Means 03/26/2015 08:00pm • Let's face it: Cutting back is no fun. But it may be necessary if you find yourself continually struggling to meet your basic financial demands, falling into deeper debt or getting to the end of yet another month with no money set aside for savings. Is there a way to make those spending cuts withou 12 Ways to Save More in the Springtime 03/24/2015 08:00pm • Warmer WeatherAs the temperature rises, you might find yourself spending more time out and about, enjoying the pleasures of the season. But many of them come with a high price tag, from alfresco restaurant meals to weekend getaways. The U.S. News Frugal Shopper blog contributors shared budgeting tip