It can be frustrating to see stores roll out Christmas displays so early, but you can save money and sanity if you start thinking about the holidays now too.
There are alternatives to using (and paying for) energy to cook your meals for the full allotted time. One of these alternatives is the use of a hot box. And you can fashion your o
If you want to jump-start your financial goals, a spending freeze might be just what you need. Here's how to make it happen — and even have fun while doing it.
One of the big advantages that children of the middle-class and wealthy have is that they grow up in a household where a huge amount of financial knowledge is embedded in its day-t
Habits are powerful motivators. Once you understand the inner workings of habitual behavior, you can use that power to change your life — for the better.
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Get Ready for Christmas: 7 Things You Should Do Today
It can be frustrating to see stores roll out Christmas displays so early, but you can save money and sanity if you start thinking about the holidays now too.
Save Energy Costs by Cooking with a Hot Box
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How to Do a One-Month Spending Freeze
If you want to jump-start your financial goals, a spending freeze might be just what you need. Here's how to make it happen — and even have fun while doing it.
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To get the most out of your long-term savings, set up a CD ladder to earn the most attractive rates without tying up your money for years and years.
Marketing, Life Insurance, and Behavioral Psychology
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Landscaping for Energy Conservation
Over time, investing in green landscaping can reduce your heating bills as much as 25 percent and summer cooling bills by 50 percent or more.
8 Ways to Turn Your Stress Into Money
These days, who isn't stressed out. Channel that energy into more money and it might just be able to relax a little.
Are You Spending Too Much on "Normal" Expenses?
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Learn good financial habits from your parents. Or not.
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Habits Aren't Boring — They're the Secret to Happiness. Here's Why.
Habits are powerful motivators. Once you understand the inner workings of habitual behavior, you can use that power to change your life — for the better.
How Much Are Pricey Home Upgrades Really Worth?
When readying a home for sale, it can be tempting to go wild with a new deck or room addition. Before you start, do the math.
The Time Management Problem Most of Us Have — and How to Fix It
The world won't end if you don't say "Yes" to every project, chore, event, and favor request you get. Start becoming happy by doing just enough.
3 Proven Ways to Save Real Money at Garage Sales
Get great deals on your next garage sale purchase with these 3 proven tips!
Are You Saving Too Much Money?
Is there such a thing as too much savings? Let's find out.
12 Unique Ways to Use School Supplies
If you went overboard stocking school supplies this year, don't fret. There's plenty of cool re-uses for your plethora of pencils and erasers.
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Making Money From Clinical Trials: Worth the Risk?
Participating in a clinical trial can deliver a sizable payday in a short period of time...but is the money worth the risk?
Unexpected Roommates: How to Get Rid of Roaches
People say that these bugs will survive a nuclear apocalypse with good reason, but there are (thankfully) effective ways to get rid of roaches.
9 DIY Landscaping and Gardening Skills That Will Save You Money
It's not too late to get your summer garden to bloom — and it doesn't take a lot of money, either. Get outside and get dirty!