The day after the Thanksgiving holiday, otherwise known as Black Friday, was the official start of the holiday shopping season. Host Scott Simon talks to Nigel Gault, chief U.S. economist for IHS Global Insight, about how much consumers are expected to buy this season, and how that affects the rest of the economy.» E-Mail This     ...

Click here to read complete article.

Is Household Budgeting Really Necessary? Making a household budget and sticking to it can be tough, but you can do it! (Photo: flickr.com) The necessity, or lack thereof, of household budgeting depends on your personal situation and circumstances. If you are extremely wealthy or if you live alone and your income is more than adequate to cover ...

Click here to read complete article.

This article is by staff writer Adam Baker. Baker has recently come to realize that there will always be an excuse not to give if you look for one. As the holiday season approaches each year, we’re reminded to reflect on those things we’re most thankful for. Some of these remain consistent from year to year. Occasionally, ...

Click here to read complete article.

Try to negotiate good compensation Many consumers who are finding jobs are looking to find debt relief as soon as possible. One of the keys is to not only get a job, but to also negotiate a good compensation package. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the unemployment rate rose to 10.2 percent in October. ...

Click here to read complete article.

On behalf of myself, Smithee, and Tom Dziubek, to all those who celebrate today, have a happy Thanksgiving. I will be spending the day with my girlfriend’s family in New York. Although there’s nothing that makes one day of the calendar inherently more special than any other day, Thanksgiving is a good opportunity to think ...

Click here to read complete article.