Those last-minute deals online are too good to pass up: 40% off and free, 2-day shipping? Quadruple rewards points? And no long lines at the mall? Online shopping is a great way to snag great deals -- all from the comfort of your own home (and in your pjs with your favorite warm drink!). However, the like any transaction, there are security issues to keep in mind when buying online -- but by following a few basic guidelines, you can greatly minimize your risk! 1. Be careful with your p...

Happy Spring! With Sunday marking the first official day of spring, we naturally got to thinking about spring cleaning. Since we recently outlined all things tax-related, we felt it only appropriate to start with ways to spring clean your wallet. (You know, that catch-all for paper receipts, membership cards, pictures and spare change.) 1. Ditch the Social Security Card If your social security card is in your wallet, remove it immediately. Not only is it unnecessary, but if someone ...