Money
Match the US Leader to His Dollar Bill
In honor of the Fourth, let's revisit some of the former influential leaders of the United States. Can you match the US leader to his dollar bill?
Question 1 of 7Which president appears on the $1 bill?
Do You Know What Your $9 Movie Ticket Pays For?
Summer is the season for blockbusters, so it won't be surprising if you and I find ourselves forking over cash for a movie or two. Have you ever wondered what your money for those pricey tickets actually pays for? In its July issue, Money magazine breaks down the average $9 ticket for a typical movie with an all-star cast and uses Public Enemies as an example.
Does Abigail Breslin Earn More Allowance Than You Did?
She may hold a place on Forbes' Young Hollywood's Top-Earning Stars list, but Abigail Breslin has to earn her allowance like any other kid. The My Sister's Keeper actress celebrated her thirteenth birthday in April, and in her house that meant her allowance increased by $1. She earns her age in weekly allowance, and the chores she must fulfill for the $13 might sound familiar to what you had to do as a kid.
If You Could Redesign the US Dollar, What Would It Look Like?
Whenever I get a hold of international currency, it feels like there's something special about it. It's fun to inspect money that's different from what I'm used to, notice all of the symbols and appreciate the colors. Not to knock the classic money green that covers the US dollar, but what would the dollar look like if you could do a redesign?
Your Two Cents: Should Couples Expect Wedding Gifts?
Wedding etiquette is remarkably touchy and unfortunately complex in some social circles. Some of the tension is centered in the gift-giving ritual, which is a way for guests to help the couple complete their home together.
According to a survey by market research company GfK, 90 percent of people who attended weddings in the past two years said they bought gifts, while just 28 percent of couples said they expected to receive them.
Ways to Recession-Proof Your Fitness
I was not pleased when my gym membership fee increased. As if it's not already expensive enough! If you can't afford monthly gym costs, here are some tips for working out on a budget.
The Best Work and Money Advice From 5 Prominent People
There's nothing better than getting advice from those who have been there, done that, and exceeded expectations. From Food Network host Paula Deen to best-selling author Robert Kiyosaki, here's the best financial and career advice ever received by five prominent people, along with their advice for new college graduates.
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Have You Ever Been Stuck With Counterfeit Cash?
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Have You Ever Been Stuck With Counterfeit Cash?
Yes, counterfeit cash has been given to me as change.
No, I've never been stuck with counterfeit cash.
Are You Ditching Date Night to Stash Cash?
While President Obama may have declared the economy has stepped back from the brink, families are still playing it safe and trying to save a buck when possible. Many couples I know who used to have standing date nights have cut back on the sitter and have started inviting friends over for dinner in an effort to stash some cash. Has the recession caused you to cut back on dates with your hubby?
Watch: Marisa Tomei Is Wild About Emergency Funds
The stars came together to prove many points in ABC's UN-BROKE: What You Need to Know About Money, and host Mellody Hobson's intermittent interviews with random Americans on the street were evidence that most people need to learn those money lessons. This statistic really stood out: the average American family has $10,000 in credit card debt spread across five high interest cards. If only minimum payments are made, it would take 58 years to pay off the $10,000.
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