Today we found articles on ways to get paid to watch TV, small financial changes that have a big impact, and facts about Social Security benefits that Baby Boomers should know.
Is it better to be great at one specific thing or just really good at a whole bunch of different things? While one might put you in a class all by yourself, the other can make you
Three years ago I started bicycling to work. It was a gradual thing. It took extra planning to ride--there were issues with clothing, issues with carrying stuff on the bike.
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Best Money Tips: 20+ Ways to Get Paid for Watching TV
Today we found articles on ways to get paid to watch TV, small financial changes that have a big impact, and facts about Social Security benefits that Baby Boomers should know.
Getting Ahead At Work: Are You A Hammer Or A Swiss Army Knife?
Is it better to be great at one specific thing or just really good at a whole bunch of different things? While one might put you in a class all by yourself, the other can make you
How to Shop With Purpose — And Save More Money
Science proves it; retail therapy is real. Harness the power of those buy now vibes to become a real money saver.
5 Alternative Housing Options You Can Afford
You don't have to live in a van by the river to cut your housing costs dramatically — instead, consider some nontraditional abodes, like these.
6 Great Reasons for Paying off the Mortgage on Your Home
Even though the economy is still rough, there are plenty of reasons why you should pay off your mortgage as soon as you can.
Best Money Tips: The Best Time to Buy a Car
Today we found some great articles on the best time to buy a car, online jobs for college students, and Warren Buffet's tips for investing.
20 Little Ways to Make Your Stuff Last Longer
Extend the useful life of the things you own — and extend the life of your savings account — with a few, easy, maintenances tricks.
3 Unbelievable Visualization Board Success Stories
There's a lot of skepticism around the idea of visualization boards, but plenty of people are convinced, such as the three people profiled here.
Don't Let These 6 Common Job Traps Derail Your Career
The shine has worn off that once-loved job, but you can't just leave … right? Wrong.
55 Ways I Saved (or Considered Saving) Time and Money Planning my Wedding
A frugal and fabulous wedding is at your fingertips. Say "I Do" to these amazing money-saving tips!
But I Don't Want To! Secrets to Self-Motivation
There are only a few things that really motivate us, such as fear, money, love, and hate. But what happens when these aren't enough to get us going?
Frugal Transport--bicycling
Three years ago I started bicycling to work. It was a gradual thing. It took extra planning to ride--there were issues with clothing, issues with carrying stuff on the bike.
How to Use Travel Rewards Cards to Get Free Trips
Your dreams of seeing the world don't have to drain your savings. Become a frugal jetsetter with a little help from credit card rewards.
The 5 Best Money Podcasts
You can find podcasts about everything, even personal finance. Add these to your queue and improve your finances whenever the time is right.
How to Save Money by Going (Mostly) Meatless
By making a few clever substitutions, you can save money going (mostly) meatless — and make food that tastes so good, you won't even miss the meat.
Shaw's Market Saves You Money On Gas
Save ten cents per gallon of gas or more at all participating Irving Gas Stations when you buy your groceries at Shaw's.
When Should You Start Saving for Your Child’s Education?
While college costs continue to soar, how can you best save up for your child’s education?
DIY Bedbug Detector Is Cheap and Effective and Full of Science
If you suspect you may have bedbugs, but aren’t sure how to test for them, try this DIY bedbug detector before calling in the bug sniffing dogs.
Ask the Readers: Are You a Crafter?
Tell us about your crafts and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
5 Ways Science Says Travel Is Good for Your Health
The perks of travel go way beyond curing a serious case of wanderlust. Travel is good for your health, too!