My dad was a child of the Great Depression, and those challenging years solidified a financial philosophy and simple lifestyle that's worth a new look today.
It's no secret that college tuition and the related expenses can be daunting for students and families. Here are seven tips for minimizing the costs of college.
Keeping your pets flea-free during the summer isn't easy, but it can be. Just use any of these pet flea medications and those pesky fleas will remain at bay.
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Lessons From My Frugal Father
My dad was a child of the Great Depression, and those challenging years solidified a financial philosophy and simple lifestyle that's worth a new look today.
Clean Jeans Right Without Going to the Dry Cleaner
Still throwing your jeans in the washer after every time you wear them? Learn how to care for your denim right.
The 5 Best Cutting Boards
Stop chopping on your countertop -- it's messy, dangerous, and bad for your knife. Chop on one of these five best boards instead.
8 Life Skills Every Freelancer Needs
Self-employment requires guts, determination, and organization. Find out if you have what it takes to be a freelance superstar.
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How to Get Back on Track When You're Behind on Your Bills
The bills are punctual, but your payments keep leaving late. Get ahead of your payables by knowing what you owe and making a plan to pay it.
5 Ways Having a Paid Off Car Is Surprisingly Great
We all know auto loans are bad for our bottom line. Check out just how much easier life can be when you straight-up own your car.
Degrees of Frugality: 7 Tips for the College-Bound
It's no secret that college tuition and the related expenses can be daunting for students and families. Here are seven tips for minimizing the costs of college.
The 5 Best Pet Flea Medications
Keeping your pets flea-free during the summer isn't easy, but it can be. Just use any of these pet flea medications and those pesky fleas will remain at bay.
12 Delicious, Healthy, and Inexpensive Snack Options
Skip expensive store bought, processed snack "foods," and replace them with these real food snacks that cost less in dollars and calories.
6 Ways Millennials Have Changed Money (So Far)
The kids these days are bringing money matters into the social media age, and reinventing some old tricks along the way.
5 Smart Ways to Save on Smartphones
Shake that expensive phone and service plan with these smart strategies.
8 Signs You Aren't Prepared for an Emergency
You never know when an emergency might arise, and in that case, you need to be prepared. Are you?
5 Tricky Interview Questions Successful CEOs Always Ask
If you thought your last job interview was tough, wait till you see the hard-hitting questions these successful CEOs bring to the table.
Are Cruise Line Rewards Programs Worth It?
Yes, you can absolutely benefit from cruise line loyalty. Here's how these programs work, as well as how to rack up points in a hurry.
Why You Should Do Things You're Bad At
Competence is comfortable — but maybe it shouldn't be. Doing things you're bad at has some serious mental, physical, and emotional benefits.
The 11 Best and Worst Things to Buy Used
Books? Yep! Houses? Absolutely! Swimwear? Ack, no! Those and other thrift store buys sorted into best and worst.
What to Do If You Get Bumped From a Flight
If you ever get bumped from a flight, you should know what you're entitled to.
Fake a Fab, Rich Lifestyle With These 7 Free Apps
Don't have the scratch to hire a chauffeur or a chef? Download these apps instead and live like a Rockefeller.
6 Times You Should Never Take a Loan
You need money fast. Or do you? A loan should never be taken lightly and if you're buying something frivolous, or your credit is poor, reconsider.