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When I first heard of Doug Marlette, he was an editorial cartoonist with The Charlotte Observer. He accepted an invitation to speak to high school students and personally
As you’re no doubt aware, President Bush has created an economic stimulus package in the hopes of stalling the impending recession (or if you believe some, depression) that’s on th
If you're considering freelancing as a way to supplement your income or have more career freedom, here are the essential steps you need to take to get started.
For most of the 20th century, capitalism and democracy seemed to go hand-in-hand. After all, every democratic country was largely capitalist and nearly every capitalist country wa
You live in it. It's your work space, your meal space, your resting space, your relaxing space. It's where you drop your things when you come home and where you search for
Overcoming fear sounds easy when the motivational experts advise it. Get from the scary here to the confident there with practice, planning, and a little playacting.
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5 Cheap Ways to Make Flying Coach Feel Like First Class
Flying economy isn't always terrific. Make your next flight easier and more relaxing with some planning and some smart carry-alongs.
The Debt Ceiling Crisis in Everyday English
Wondering what the debt ceiling is and how the current crisis could effect you? Learn what's going on and what it means for both the country and average Americans.
What Was Your Financial Fork in the Road?
Sometimes there's just one moment, one little thing that makes us change our lives for the better. Did you have a financial fork in the road?
6 Ways to Stay Motivated on the Job
It's easy to let the daily grind sap your motivation. Buck up, superstar, and dig deep. You already have everything you need to stay positive.
5 Times a Gym Membership Isn't Worth It
Exercise is one key to frugal living — but that gym membership may be a waste of dough. Go ahead, ditch the gym and commit to truly frugal fitness.
Wise Bread on Marketplace: Great Homemade Gifts
Our Senior Editor was on Marketplace Money talking about homemade gifts that are stupid, and what you can make that's better. Check it out!
Winning Workspaces—7 Tips from Professional Organizers
Desk buried under a pile of post-its? Office a heap of un-filed files? Try these tips to bring some order to your workspace and get more done.
10 Ideas for Using Your FSA Before Year End
Need to use up the funds in your flexible spending account before 2012? Make it happen with one (or more!) of these 10 purchases.
Chore Time: Allowances for Adults
Kids receive allowances for doing their chores. A similar system can be a great way to help adults budget for discretionary spending.
Laughing at Ourselves elevated by Doug Marlette
When I first heard of Doug Marlette, he was an editorial cartoonist with The Charlotte Observer. He accepted an invitation to speak to high school students and personally
Free Prescription Drugs for Those Who Qualify
Prescription drugs are expensive. While generics do offer some relief, if you have to have several filled, your pharmacy bill can add up fast.
5 Reasons Black Friday Craziness Is Worth It
Embrace the holiday retail madness? Black Friday can totally be worth the struggle if you have the right attitude.
Bush's economic stimulus package; What will you get back?
As you’re no doubt aware, President Bush has created an economic stimulus package in the hopes of stalling the impending recession (or if you believe some, depression) that’s on th
Freelancing: A Beginner’s Guide to Doing It Right
If you're considering freelancing as a way to supplement your income or have more career freedom, here are the essential steps you need to take to get started.
Book review: Supercapitalism
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Best Money Tips: Save Money for Big Expenses
Today we found some stellar articles on saving money for big expenses, replacing lost tax documents, and picking the right car insurance.
Decorating a Living Room for You and Your Money
You live in it. It's your work space, your meal space, your resting space, your relaxing space. It's where you drop your things when you come home and where you search for
The 5 Best Whitening Toothpastes
Keeping your chompers sparkly white isn't easy, but it can be. Just use any of these whitening toothpastes and your teeth always look their best.
Ask the Readers: Do You Meal Plan?
Tell us whether you meal plan and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
How to Be Fearless and Do What You Want
Overcoming fear sounds easy when the motivational experts advise it. Get from the scary here to the confident there with practice, planning, and a little playacting.