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Is this the weirdest freebie ever?

Anyone who knows me knows I'm no fan of WalMart. Aside from their horrific treatment of workers and the impact they have on the economy, their stores just suck all the energy out o

Gold as an investment

There are those who point to the 1980 peak gold price of $850/oz and observe that the price would have to go up to $2149/oz just to get back to that point. I say, take a second lo

Best Money Tips: Tips for Reducing Your Water Bill

Today we found some fantastic articles on tips for reducing your water bill, banking tips for 20-somethings, and early retirement risks.

Are you giving burglars the key to your home?

I’m lucky enough to know, both personally and through friends, some very nice guys in the local police departments. So when they reveal methods of criminals, I am all ears. This ti

Got Extra Space? Make Money and Meet Travelers With Short-Term Rentals

If you like meeting new people and playing host, offering short-term rentals of your extra space might be an easy and fun source of extra income.

Best Money Tips: 10 Things Smart People Don't Do

Today we found some great articles on the things smart people don’t do, jobs with the biggest pay raises, and new ways to use your farmers market favorites.

5 Free Handy Coupon Apps — Don’t Leave Home Without One

With so many free coupon apps to choose from, which are worth downloading? Check out these five that can save — or even make — you money.

6 Ways to Drive a Hybrid or Electric Car on the Cheap

Ready to ditch your gas-guzzling days? Here's how to find a hybrid or electric car for super cheap.

The Frugal Balance: Staying Away from Financial Extremes

One of the most underrated financial x-factors in our lives is our relationship with money and the inner psychology of how we deal with our finances. I suspect that it is bec

10 Ways to Enjoy Fall Camping

Don't pack the tent away yet. You can still enjoy a camping trip in the cooler autumn weather with some careful planning and the right gear.

McDonald's Treats for Less Than a Dime -- Chicago Area

One-dollar coupon books give kids three pies, three cookies, three cones and three fries or apple dippers.

Best Money Tips: Tips for Living on One Income

Today we found some fantastic articles on tips when living on one income, building your first retirement fund, and nevotiating a higher salary.

7 Ways Grown-Ups Can Make New Friends Without Going Broke

So you want to make new friends, but you don't want to empty your wallet in the process? Worry not, you have options.

Charitable Giving: Give in Order to Receive

The idea of giving away what you have especially if you don't have much is a tough one to wrap your head around. But if you truly want to be rich (both literally and figu

Best Money Tips: Steps to Buying a House

Today we found some awesome articles on steps to buying a house, reasons you need a spending plan, and Black Friday myths exposed.

7 Times You Definitely Will Be Charged Credit Card Interest

When you use credit cards, you should aim to avoid paying interest whenever possible. But there are times when it's unavoidable.

Best Money Tips: Traveling When You Have No Money

Today we found some awesome articles on traveling when you have no money, Halloween 2012 freebies, and cutting back on your monthly grocery expenses.

8 Ways to Make a Small Room Seem Bigger for $50 or Less

You've got a small room and a small budget. No problem! Make a small space feel luxurious with some cheap — and easy — fixes.

Best Money Tips: Free Ways to Improve Home Security

Today we found free ways to improve your home’s security, seasonal crafts you can make from items in your kitchen and yard, and simple strategies for saving money on food.

Best Money Tips: 5 Parts of an Airplane You Shouldn't Touch

Today we found articles on the parts of an airplane you should avoid, pool exercises that help boost weight lost, and timesaving gardening tips for busy people.