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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 Friday exclusively on Yahoo! Finance. View Laura's Bio

Wedded, Wealthy, and Wise
Fri, May 22, 2009
People who stay married amass almost twice as much wealth as those who are single or divorced, a study shows. But money is also what often splits… ...Read full article
How to Boost the Happiness Barometer
Fri, May 22, 2009
The number of people with significant trouble in their life has grown over 13 years, a comprehensive study shows. And while money and helpful laws can… ...Read full article
Beware Credit Cards Bearing Gifts
Fri, May 22, 2009
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… ...Read full article
The Secret to Keeping New Year's Resolutions
Fri, May 22, 2009
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… ...Read full article
A Different Kind of Holiday Spending
Fri, May 22, 2009
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
Fri, May 22, 2009
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
Fri, May 22, 2009
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… ...Read full article
A Scientifically Proven Way to Be Happy
Fri, May 22, 2009
This technique for achieving happiness has been well established by scientists, so why aren't more people doing it? ...Read full article
Why Are My Kids Getting Credit Card Offers?
Fri, May 22, 2009
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
What's Your Time Worth?
Fri, May 22, 2009
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
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