According to the Bureau of Economic Analysis, the personal savings rate in May 2009 was 6.9%. This a 15 year high and a far cry from the negative savings rates of just a few yea
Here is a fun tool to help you figure out how you can save money, and then where that money can take you. It gives us a chance to dream big, and (even better) find ways to make tho
When it's not re-heating last night's soup, your microwave oven has plenty of non-food uses. Learn how to put yours to work on everything from crafts to cleaning.
Starting in 2010, the Give a Day, Get a Disney Day program will be giving out free tickets to Disneyland or Disney World for those in the United States and Puerto Rico who voluntee
I've finally found a store that, regular as clockwork, puts great items on sale. And when I say sale, I don't mean 20% off, or even 50% off. I'm talking about 75%-90% off. The
Have you heard the stories about how finances are one of the leading causes of divorce? What are people arguing about? Being married actually has some pretty good financial perks!
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Americans' savings rate up to almost 7% - who benefits?
According to the Bureau of Economic Analysis, the personal savings rate in May 2009 was 6.9%. This a 15 year high and a far cry from the negative savings rates of just a few yea
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You know buying in bulk is a great way to save. From meat to paint, go beyond warehouse store basics with this collection of bulk buy surprises.
8 Things You Can Microwave Besides Food
When it's not re-heating last night's soup, your microwave oven has plenty of non-food uses. Learn how to put yours to work on everything from crafts to cleaning.
Disney Offers Free Theme Park Passes for Volunteering in 2010
Starting in 2010, the Give a Day, Get a Disney Day program will be giving out free tickets to Disneyland or Disney World for those in the United States and Puerto Rico who voluntee
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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.
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People around the world have been eating delicious, frugal, and healthful food for centuries. Try these international cheap eats!
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I've finally found a store that, regular as clockwork, puts great items on sale. And when I say sale, I don't mean 20% off, or even 50% off. I'm talking about 75%-90% off. The
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Everyone knows the basics about retirement, but there are still some surprises hidden in the complexity. Test your retirement knowledge!
Are You Saving Too Much Money?
Is there such a thing as too much savings? Let's find out.
10 Financial Perks of Marriage
Have you heard the stories about how finances are one of the leading causes of divorce? What are people arguing about? Being married actually has some pretty good financial perks!
Turn Your Backyard Into a Wildlife Refuge for Under $40
It won't cost you much to make a backyard sanctuary for local wildlife.
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From Meatless Mondays to rain checks, these supermarket money-savers will save you big on your next grocery run.
4 New Reasons You Need an Emergency Fund
You've heard it all before: You need an emergency fund. See if these new persuaders don't convince you.
The 5 Best Ice Cream Scoops
Filling a cone with frozen ice cream isn't easy, but it can be. Use any of these ice cream scoops and you can enjoy your summer treat in no time.
5 Everyday Words That Are Making You Look Stupid
Seriously, if you actually want to improve your social standing and status, work on eliminating these worn out words from your lexicon.
8 Hotel and Car Rental Tips for Business Travelers
It pays to be judicious about how you spend your money on business trips. Here are some hotel and car rental tips that will keep your team happy.
Homemade Lotion Recipes
For luscious, organic lotion, making your own is the way to go. Follow these recipes to have some seriously happy, healthy, and moisturized skin.
10 Ways to Update Your Winter Wardrobe on the Cheap
This winter, update your closet while saving cash by following these fashionable, frugal suggestions.