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It doesn’t matter what it is: plums, fruit cocktail, or an awkward can of cranberries – it can sit there for years if not put to a creative use. When pennies must be pinched, the
“How much does it cost to travel full-time as a Professional Hobo?” I am asked this question regularly by readers of my personal website. And while I maintain that the cost of full
If you are married to your cell phone, you may not mind paying top dollar for your service plan, but you can save big money by going prepaid. Here's how.
I think so. To me, living large is about the breadth and width of my life, not about how high I can pile up stuff. If that is how you want to live large, you'll find a lot of
For the past few years people have been telling us that it's not a matter of "if" a pandemic occurs, but a matter of "when." Well, a pandemic may be upon us. Or it may not. Either
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As many of you may have guessed, I'm a Metacafe junkie. I love that place. It's a great resource for those "how to" videos that make life easier, cheaper and quite often, more fun. [more]
Best Money Tips: 2012 Holiday Layaway Plans Explained
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What to Buy, and Avoid Buying, in February
Winter rolls on, as do the rolling discounts. Read on for the stuff you can buy cheap this month — and the stuff you should hold off on.
The 5 Best Whitening Toothpastes
Keeping your chompers sparkly white isn't easy, but it can be. Just use any of these whitening toothpastes and your teeth always look their best.
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Cheap Charity Is Sweet Charity
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A towel rod can do a lot more than keep your towels off the floor. Read on to learn what else they can do for you.
8 Spectacular Uses for that Lone Can of Fruit
It doesn’t matter what it is: plums, fruit cocktail, or an awkward can of cranberries – it can sit there for years if not put to a creative use. When pennies must be pinched, the
The Cost of Full-Time Travel
“How much does it cost to travel full-time as a Professional Hobo?” I am asked this question regularly by readers of my personal website. And while I maintain that the cost of full
Kick that Cell Phone Contract: Save with a Prepaid Plan
If you are married to your cell phone, you may not mind paying top dollar for your service plan, but you can save big money by going prepaid. Here's how.
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I think so. To me, living large is about the breadth and width of my life, not about how high I can pile up stuff. If that is how you want to live large, you'll find a lot of
Day Job or Freelance: Which Is Right for You?
Still trying to decide if a day job or the freelance life is right for you? Here are the pros and cons of both.
15 Things You Should Do Today to Prepare for a Pandemic Flu
For the past few years people have been telling us that it's not a matter of "if" a pandemic occurs, but a matter of "when." Well, a pandemic may be upon us. Or it may not. Either
The 5 Best Electric Skillets
Whether you need extra cooking space or don't have an oven, an electric skillet can greatly improve your cooking experience.
13 Fantastic Lettuce-Free Salads
Lettuce does not necessarily a salad make. And these lettuce-free salads are delicious proof.
14 Ways to Retire Early
While retirement itself may seem an impossible dream, with good planning and aggressive saving, you may be able to actually retire — early.
New App Ondot Is a Remote Control for Your Credit Card
Save money and protect your credit card from fraud with Ondot's new Card Control app.