Personal Finance Advice and Commentary

If you’re like me, you always thought accounts of people saving money were myths of sorts. This and more, today on Bankrate.com.

Are you a fan of house-swapping reality shows (do these still exist?) but hate the idea of being on TV? Well, you’re in luck! Exactly this sort of thing exists and could save you money on vacations. This and more, today on Bankrate.com 1. Are you cool with strangers being in your house without you?

Judging by one of American Banker’s latest awards, it seems one of America’s big-box stores is beginning to compete with the country’s big banks. Jane Thompson, former president of Wal-Mart’s financial services division, retired from the retailer this year, but she is still seeing the results of her work. American Banker named Thompson Innovator of