People who have a natural aversion to debt often wonder how some people get themselves into such terrible problems with debt. Don't they know how much it costs? Don't they understa
Stunts like these may not be right for jobs outside of media and marketing. But if resumes and LinkedIn updates aren't working, why not give one of them a shot?
Despite the changing times, people still rely on "tried and trusted" job search techniques...even when they're not in their best interest. Here are 10 to avoid.
Making sure your kids get the best education possible isn't always easy, but these resources can help you create a challenging curriculum on the cheap.
Part three of my Real Hustle compliation is the one I have wanted to feature for a very long time. The other two posts were lighter in nature, this one is more grim as it involves more of your hard-earned cash being swindled from you. [more]
Can a simple board game teach you the secrets of the wealthiest people alive? Is it possible to change your mindset, and your attitude to money, by playing a game? And can a board
If you quit checking your 401(k) balance last year, because the market crash made it too depressing, now might be a good time to take a fresh look. It'll still be well down from t
It’s no secret that many of us are looking for something different in life. And one of the biggest things we can change about our lives is how we work. If we are not tied to a desk
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How Debt Fools People
People who have a natural aversion to debt often wonder how some people get themselves into such terrible problems with debt. Don't they know how much it costs? Don't they understa
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Stunts like these may not be right for jobs outside of media and marketing. But if resumes and LinkedIn updates aren't working, why not give one of them a shot?
10 Outdated Job-Search Techniques to Avoid
Despite the changing times, people still rely on "tried and trusted" job search techniques...even when they're not in their best interest. Here are 10 to avoid.
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It's easy to avoid planning for critical health care needs, but an Advance Directive really will ease the burden on you — and your loved ones.
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Make palate-pleasing dishes while minding your wallet with these suggestions for adding big flavor to your meals.
Frugal Ways to Help Your Child Get the Best Education
Making sure your kids get the best education possible isn't always easy, but these resources can help you create a challenging curriculum on the cheap.
Street market scams. Don't believe the hype.
Part three of my Real Hustle compliation is the one I have wanted to feature for a very long time. The other two posts were lighter in nature, this one is more grim as it involves more of your hard-earned cash being swindled from you. [more]
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What's good taste got to do with a frugal lifestyle? For one thing, you won't be fooled into thinking living well costs more.
Jettison the Junk: Why Clutter Clouds Your Mind and Saps Your Energy
A life cluttered with junk not only takes up space — it can take your energy, too.
8 Cheap Ways to Update a Wardrobe You Hate
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My 2016 Budget Challenge: Job Creation
From sourcing vintage car parts to freelance photography, Max Wong is tackling her budget challenge by conjuring jobs out of thin air.
Bear Markets Explained
When the market becomes a lumbering, angry grizzly, we're all at risk of getting attacked. Learn all about bear markets and how they can affect you.
Hey Boss, Please Don’t Bother Me, I’m Daydreaming
Long considered the sole provenance of the lazy and uninspired, the process of daydreaming may be more productive than we thought.
Cashflow: The Board Game That Will Teach You To Be Rich, If You Can Afford It.
Can a simple board game teach you the secrets of the wealthiest people alive? Is it possible to change your mindset, and your attitude to money, by playing a game? And can a board
Don't Despair Over Small Retirement Savings
If you quit checking your 401(k) balance last year, because the market crash made it too depressing, now might be a good time to take a fresh look. It'll still be well down from t
Three E-Books to Help You Make Money, Travel, and Change Your Life
It’s no secret that many of us are looking for something different in life. And one of the biggest things we can change about our lives is how we work. If we are not tied to a desk
8 Ways to Help Your Clothes Last Longer
Extend the life of your clothing by choosing quality materials and construction and following a few simple fabric care tips.
14 Ways to Retire Early
While retirement itself may seem an impossible dream, with good planning and aggressive saving, you may be able to actually retire — early.