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Laura Rowley Money & Happiness

Laura Rowley

Drawing from culture, psychology, philosophy, and everyday experience, Laura Rowley looks at how money can facilitate or sabotage happiness. With an upbeat, stylish delivery and a commonsense approach, she offers advice on achieving both wealth and happiness. "Money & Happiness" appears every Thursday exclusively on Yahoo! Finance. View Laura's Bio

Beware Credit Cards Bearing Gifts
2006-01-13 00:00:00
The latest marketing ploy: Cards that supposedly help you save. A closer look at the offer reveals a not-so-great deal and an attempt to undermine your desire to spend less. ...Read full article
The Secret to Keeping New Year's Resolutions
2006-01-06 00:00:00
Your vow to save more money doesn't have to be broken at the first sale. Stiffen your resolve by understanding the factors that help you succeed at change. ...Read full article
A Different Kind of Holiday Spending
2005-12-23 00:00:00
Explore these simple and meaningful ways to infuse your spending and investing with the holiday season's spirit of peace and justice. ...Read full article
When Status Has Too High a Price
2005-12-09 00:00:00
Chasing after higher status by shelling out for pricey clothes or a fancy birthday party takes a toll on much more than your wallet. ...Read full article
Why It Pays to Live Within Your Means
2005-11-23 16:31:26
It can be easy to forget the facts when you're surrounded by smiling sales associates and holiday muzak, but here's the hard truth: Anywhere from one-third to two-thirds of women aged 35-55 will be impoverished by age 70 due to inadequate retirement savings. Here are some other startling facts that can inspire you to be debt-free. ...Read full article
What's Your Time Worth?
2005-10-10 16:28:58
From an economic perspective, is it better to mow your own lawn or pay a service? Iron your own shirts or send them out? Cook or buy take out? ...Read full article
The Elusive American Dream
2005-09-23 16:31:56
Why do we always want more? Scientists explain the simple priciple that drives endless desire -- and how to escape it. ...Read full article
Finding Flexibility in Work and Parenting
2007-05-11 00:00:08
Many mothers would go back to work if the conditions were flexible. Find out how some companies are making that happen. ...Read full article
Why Are My Kids Getting Credit Card Offers?
2005-10-28 16:26:14
To find out, I did what any self-respecting mother would do: I picked up the phone and dialed the toll-free number. ...Read full article
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