It's easy to spend a lot on Broadway shows and the city's restaurants and museums, plus $300 a night for a hotel, but you can tour the Big Apple on a smaller budget. more ...

Here they are, plain and simple. Follow these guidelines and your finances -- and nerves -- will be in pretty good shape. more ...

Pay schedules that deliver every week or on alternate weeks give you a chance to use a windfall that comes a few times a year. Here are some smart ways to put it to work for you. more ...