Get inspired to eliminate your debt with the story of one couple who stopped borrowing, retired $147,000 in debt, and started living life on their own terms.
From bartender to tutor, these 30 side jobs pay well, often have flexible hours, and may even help you build skills you can use in your "regular" career.
Only having to pay 2% of your total credit-card balance a month makes charging tempting...but with interest, you could also pay more than double your original purchase price.
Does your budget include a contingency for fuel to get much more expensive? Because it ought to.
I learned about the need for contingencies early. [more]
Lack of access to the banking system has been an expensive burden on the poor. Just recently, a surge in new financial products make it a lot less expensive to be unbanked.
Finding the right tablet for reading all your favorite books isn't easy, but it can be. Use any of these e-readers and you can be the bookworm you've always wanted to be.
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How One Couple Paid Off $147k of Debt (Even While Unemployed)
Get inspired to eliminate your debt with the story of one couple who stopped borrowing, retired $147,000 in debt, and started living life on their own terms.
6 Ways to Make Your Home Into an Investment
Homes can be money traps. But by treating your house like an investment, you can earn money instead of losing it.
How to Protect Yourself From Predatory Lending
"No credit? No problem!" At least, that's what a predatory lender might want you to think.
13 International Crock-Pot Recipes That Are Out of This World
Life's too short to make the same slow cooker dishes week after week. Expand your crock-pot horizons with these recipes that span the globe.
30 Great Side Jobs
From bartender to tutor, these 30 side jobs pay well, often have flexible hours, and may even help you build skills you can use in your "regular" career.
10 Affordable Water Parks You Can Drive To
Make a splash on your next summer vacation by road-tripping to these awesome, affordable water parks!
Ask the Readers: How Do You Save On Summer Gear?
Tell us how you save on summer gear and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
How Much Does Your Credit Card Debt Cost You?
Only having to pay 2% of your total credit-card balance a month makes charging tempting...but with interest, you could also pay more than double your original purchase price.
6 Smart Reasons to Pay Your Credit Card Bill Before It's Due
You don't have to wait until the due date to pay your credit card bill. In fact, there are benefits to paying early.
Plan for expensive fuel
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6 Surprising Sources of Celeb Income
For A, B, and C List celebs, the money from performances and recordings is just the beginning of the revenue stream. Find out how else fame pays.
New Tools for the Unbanked
Lack of access to the banking system has been an expensive burden on the poor. Just recently, a surge in new financial products make it a lot less expensive to be unbanked.
8 Career Moves That Prove You're Finally a Grown-Up
Being a grown-up at work has nothing to do with age or experience. It's all in how you approach the job.
Gratitude and Frugality
Feeling thankful can be one of the most powerful — and inexpensive — things in life. Discover frugal ways to express your gratitude.
5 Unfounded Credit Card Fears
The Internet abounds with credit card horror stories. But if you're responsible, plastic can be fantastic!
20 Things to Have on Hand for Power Outages
Stocking these affordable items will make your experience safe, bearable, and even fun.
19 Ways to Reuse Old Towels
Towels ready for the trash? Think again! From easy household helpers to sew-and-go fashions, these projects will give new life to your old terrycloth.
The 5 Best E-readers
Finding the right tablet for reading all your favorite books isn't easy, but it can be. Use any of these e-readers and you can be the bookworm you've always wanted to be.
How to Save Money on Flights Using Fare Alerts
Looking to save even more money on flights? Fare alerts are here to save the day.
5 Websites to Book Cheaper Travel Packages
Looking to book an affordable travel package? These sites will help you find the best possible deal.