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It’s all the buzz lately as healthcare costs rise, and especially after Michael Moore’s SICKO caught the attention of the masses. Those of us not living in places where everyone
It has occurred to me that tapping into one’s home equity can be like pawning a gold necklace, television set, or other personal item with resale value. Both involve using collater
For awhile I have been pondering whether Amazon's Kindle reading device can really pay for itself. But something happened today that got me off the fence: Oprah shared a coupon cod
The kind folks at Intuit have given us some free copies of TurboTax. I snagged one that I'm going to use to do my taxes, and once I'm done, I'll post a review and tell
If you can resist the urge to have the latest console and games, there are lots of terrific video games available at terrific discounts — online and off. Here's where to look.
After lodging and airfare, food is the traveler's biggest expense. Cut the cost, eat well, and learn more about your hosts with these travel dining tips.
I just finished reading "The Art of Manliness: Classic Skills and Manners for the Modern Man" by Brett and Kate McKay. As the married mom of 2 sons nearing manhood and the daughter
You don't need to buy expensive toys or costly movie tickets to keep your young one occupied. Just try one of these frugal, fun ways to entertain your kid.
You know, I hear a lot of people say that frugal people would do anything for dime. Personally, I think that applies more to greedy people, but it got me thinking of a question tha
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Best Money Tips: 15 Foods That Are Better as Leftovers
Today we found articles on food that are always better as leftovers, ways to do big life events cheaply, and budget destinations to check out for your next vacation.
I'm Fleeing The Country For Healthcare!
It’s all the buzz lately as healthcare costs rise, and especially after Michael Moore’s SICKO caught the attention of the masses. Those of us not living in places where everyone
How Tapping Into Home Equity Is Like Pawning A Gold Necklace
It has occurred to me that tapping into one’s home equity can be like pawning a gold necklace, television set, or other personal item with resale value. Both involve using collater
20 Valentine's Day Gifts for $10 or Less
These inexpensive Valentine's Day gifts are so much more than frugal — they're super thoughtful and exquisitely romantic.
Can a Kindle Save You Money? Oprah's Coupon Code Makes It Easier
For awhile I have been pondering whether Amazon's Kindle reading device can really pay for itself. But something happened today that got me off the fence: Oprah shared a coupon cod
Confessions of a Minimalist: 9 Reasons I Miss My Stuff
I believe in having less stuff, but I'm beginning to miss all the old stuff that I had. I've spent some time trying to figure out why.
Is Pay-As-You-Drive Auto Insurance Worth It?
If you car spends more time in the driveway than on the road, a pay-as-you-go car insurance plan may save you money.
TurboTax: New features, and a chance to win a copy
The kind folks at Intuit have given us some free copies of TurboTax. I snagged one that I'm going to use to do my taxes, and once I'm done, I'll post a review and tell
25 Easy Ways to Make Your Life More Interesting
It's easy to get trapped in a humdrum routine. Shake things up with one or more of these simple activities, lessons, experiments, and adventures.
8 Cheap Ways to Play Video Games
If you can resist the urge to have the latest console and games, there are lots of terrific video games available at terrific discounts — online and off. Here's where to look.
10 Dumb Ways to Scare Off Potential Homebuyers
Before you put your home on the market take a look around. Would you buy a place that looks like yours?
4 Secrets to Eating Great Food for Cheap While Traveling
After lodging and airfare, food is the traveler's biggest expense. Cut the cost, eat well, and learn more about your hosts with these travel dining tips.
Book Review: The Art of Manliness Classic Skills and Manners for the Modern Man
I just finished reading "The Art of Manliness: Classic Skills and Manners for the Modern Man" by Brett and Kate McKay. As the married mom of 2 sons nearing manhood and the daughter
How Living in a Hotel Can Be Surprisingly Affordable
Believe it or not, living in a hotel can be an affordable housing option.
25 Ways to Entertain Your Child for Free or Cheap
You don't need to buy expensive toys or costly movie tickets to keep your young one occupied. Just try one of these frugal, fun ways to entertain your kid.
Boost Your Retirement Savings: Avoid 401(k) Fees
New rules will make it easier to monitor fees charged by your 401(k) account administrator. Here's how to avoid paying many of them.
The 5 Best Sewing Machines
Whether you're a beginner or an expert, buying a new sewing machine can be a daunting task. To help simplify the decision, here are our top picks.
Would You Accept $200,000 If You Didn't Know Where It Came From?
You know, I hear a lot of people say that frugal people would do anything for dime. Personally, I think that applies more to greedy people, but it got me thinking of a question tha
73 Easy Ways to Save Money Today
Accelerate your debt retirement by redirecting current spending to repaying old bills. Lots of little savings here and there add up fast!
7 Critical Money Mistakes People Make in Their 40s
As you enter your 40s, the financial stakes increase. Don't make these dangerous money missteps.