Posts by Kristin Romey

Crib Notes: What You Should Know About Supreme Court Nominee Elena Kagan

The Supreme Court cases that you most frequently hear about usually involve hot-button issues like free speech or voter’s rights. But for every headline-making decision there are countless others that can affect your wallet, especially if you hold shares in More

The Only Online Wish List You’ll Need

The Problem. While surfing the web, you come across the perfect pair of ballet flats, an amazing Moroccan lamp, and “The Hurt Locker” DVD. But you shouldn’t be buying things for yourself constantly, so you put it out of your More

Decoding Online Promo Code Websites

You’re ready to make an online purchase, but you don’t have a promotional code. Yet, a LearnVester never pays full price! More

Find the Savings Accounts That Will Earn You the Most Money

Your money should be working for you. The goal is to make the most money—without doing anything except saving said money in the right kind of account. More

Getting the Goods on Leather Goods

A great bag or pair of shoes can dress up a bargain outfit, but how do you protect your investments and ensure that they carry you through several seasons? More

Don’t Fall Into These Money Traps When You’re Feeling Unwell

Before you run to the pharmacy, beware of products that waste your money. Here are three pricey cold-care products that won’t alleviate your symptoms. More

How To Get Health Insurance When Work Doesn’t Cover

Whether you work for yourself, or you’ve recently been laid off, it’s important for you to have health insurance.  There are a good number of relatively affordable options available to you if you know where to look. Pounce On COBRA. More

Generic Drugs: What Are They And How Are They So Cheap?

With health care costs so upwardly-mobile these days, a great place to cut spending is on prescription drugs. That’s why we want you to be aware of what your pharmacist means when she asks you if you’d like the generic More

5 Ways To Live The Holiday High-Life … Frugally

The holiday season always brings out the craving for a little luxe. But what to do when your high-end tastes don’t match your bank balance? More

9 Ways Not To Show Up Empty-Handed to Holiday Parties

LearnVest has suggestions for nine great gifts for $16. You’ll be the hit of the party and still have money left over for glittery accessories of your own. More