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How to Pay for College When You Didn't Get a Scholarship

Worried that a lack of scholarships will stunt your college savings? Don't worry; there are other smart ways to afford your degree.

20 Frugal Ways to Brighten Your Spouse's Day

You don't have to wine and dine your partner to show your love. Instead, try these inexpensive ways to express how you feel.

Best Money Tips: How to Prepare for a Road Trip

Today we found some fantastic articles on preparing for a road trip, using your credit cards to make and save money, and getting reduced prices on Amazon.

Best Money Tips: 22 Clever New Uses for Your Tools

Today we found some great articles clever new uses for your tools, reasons why you’re addicted to Facebook, and ways that decluttering will improve your health.

Open Wide: 5 Ways to Score Discount Dental Care

Are you one of the millions of Americans without dental insurance? These resources can help you score great dental care at a discount.

U.S. Bank Secured Visa Credit Card Review

The U.S. Bank Secured Visa Card is a straightforward, low fee credit card for those who need help rebuilding credit.

You’re Fired! 20 Signs That a Pink Slip is Coming

If you can answer yes to THREE or more of these questions, you may want to think about sprucing up your resume and dry-cleaning your best interview attire.

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7 Easy Ways to Preserve Your Early Harvest

Enjoy the sweet taste of summer all year round with these no-hassle ways to preserve your bounty of delicious fruits, veggies, and herbs.

Mom and Dad, Your Financial Decisions Matter

With Mother's Day in the recent past and Father's Day two days ago, I wanted to give credit where credit is due and encourage all the parents out there who are trying to teach their kids abou [more]

Best Money Tips: Saving Money on Childcare

Today we found some awesome articles on saving money on childcare, mistakes new college graduates should avoid, and saving at the movie theater.

3-6 months of living expenses?

Personal-finance experts often recommend having 3-6 months' worth of living expenses saved and easily accessible. In his July 1, 2007 Getting Going column ("Popular Advice

Best Money Tips: Having a Baby on a Budget

Today we found some great articles on having a baby on a budget, items you should buy new, and steps to get back on the right financial track.

eBay Account Hackers - don't be fooled

I'm not the type to fall for scams, generally. Thus far, I've never been really screwed over on eBay or anything. But I can totally see how people COULD fall for an eBay scammer. [more]

Best Money Tips: Growing Your Own Garden

Today we found some fantastic articles on growing your own garden, garage sale tips, and odd ball costs of having kids.

18 Free Ways to Be a Better Person

Want to be a better person but don't want to shell out a lot of cash? These acts of kindness don't cost a thing.

Best Money Tips: Awesome Frugal Date Ideas

Today we found some awesome articles on awesome frugal date ideas, tested tips for a frugal life, and inexpensive ways to keep kids entertained this summer.

High tech for mass transit

The local bus company where I live has started providing a bunch of high-tech aids to riders. The coolest one is sophisticated trip planning. [more]

Get the Most Out of Safeway's Just for U Deals

Safeway offers personalized grocery discounts with its Just for U program. If you're in the know, you can squeeze even more savings out of it.