A few places near Austin to take your family for vacation without breaking the bank.

With the economic outlook still murky and daily news mixed, people are thinking twice before heading out to the mall or their favorite local shops. Combine this with the freeze in the financial credit markets, and some businesses can no longer be in business.

This article talks about updated news about mortgage rates.

A short sale is not something to consider lightly. It could negatively impact your credit report and create more taxes for you to pay to the IRS. You have to know when to consider a short sale and how to negotiate it to your advantage.

Is the glass half full or half empty? Or maybe that analogy doesn't work in this economy because people really just want to know if we've reached the bottom of this bitter drink of bad banks, busted housing markets and layoffs. The answer seems as hard to come by as a good analogy.

This article describes the JJ Pickle Research lab in Austin Texas.

For several years, homeowners have been emphasizing creating backyard oasises and outdoor amusements in an effort to curtail travel budgets and unnecessary expenses. Pools have become a top priority for those who want the convenience of a backyard entertainment area along with the comfort of an outdoor living space.

Cheap ways to entertain your family this summer

This article looks at recent changes with mortgage rates.

A quick tour through a home can reveal a number of energy sucking habits that such the green out of your wallet every month. However, there are some small changes that can be made to slash your energy bills without too much investment. Here are 5 simple fixes to help drive down the cost of those monthly payments.