The image you're looking at is a classic VW ad from 1979, a response to the gas crisis at that time. I just filled up my tank, and 16 gallons of Plus Unleaded cost me over $52
It has happened to the best of us. You step into the shower, fiddling with the temp controls, only to find there is no hot water. You can curse and you can cry, but even the spee
Do you live in suburbia? It seems everyone who does has two (or more) cars in their driveway. Is it a necessity for everyone, though? Is it possible to lead a one-car lifestyle whi
If you are buying your meats at the grocery store and feel you have little choice while spending more, take a trip to the local butcher shop before stocking up your freezer. Here a
Americans will be paying 2% less on their payroll taxes in 2011. Instead of wasting that cash, use one or more of these ideas to make the most of your "bonus."
Here are some of the best travel negotiation tips from around the web – categorized by hotel, car rental, airfare, and those tips that apply all three.
If you're stressed out, overworked, and have a brain that changes focus faster than a hummingbird beats its wings, follow these suggestions to get more done.
I don't care who you are. (Well, actually I do, otherwise I wouldn't be writing this).
What I mean, is I don't care about your background, education, financial prowess, or absolu
You don't need to be a millionaire to see the best sights America has to offer. In fact, you can travel across the U.S. on budget and still have a blast.
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What will you do when gas hits $4 per gallon?
The image you're looking at is a classic VW ad from 1979, a response to the gas crisis at that time. I just filled up my tank, and 16 gallons of Plus Unleaded cost me over $52
No Hot Water: Now What?
It has happened to the best of us. You step into the shower, fiddling with the temp controls, only to find there is no hot water. You can curse and you can cry, but even the spee
Can You Survive with One Car in Suburbia?
Do you live in suburbia? It seems everyone who does has two (or more) cars in their driveway. Is it a necessity for everyone, though? Is it possible to lead a one-car lifestyle whi
25 Clever Ways to Dress Up Cheap Food
That box of mac 'n cheese will never be haute cuisine, but with these clever upgrades, it'll get darn close.
10 Fun and Delicious Ways to Use Tortillas
Whether flour or corn, the inexpensive staple is surprisingly versatile and reliably delicious. Here are 10 unexpected ways to enjoy them.
6 Simple Financial Upgrades You Can Make During Breakfast
Now you have another reason never to skip breakfast — it's the perfect time to do a little personal finance.
10 Things That Improve Your Health in Your Home Office
Are you sick of work...or is work making you sick? Try some simple home office changes that can help you feel better — and be more productive.
How to Save Money at the Butcher's
If you are buying your meats at the grocery store and feel you have little choice while spending more, take a trip to the local butcher shop before stocking up your freezer. Here a
10 Great Gifts for Teachers
No more apples, mugs, or other unwanted gifts. This year, consider one of these 10 frugal winners, all suggested by teachers.
6 Ways to Put Your 2011 Payroll Tax Break to Work
Americans will be paying 2% less on their payroll taxes in 2011. Instead of wasting that cash, use one or more of these ideas to make the most of your "bonus."
20 Simple and Cheap Halloween Costumes for Kids
It's easy to get caught up in Halloween and become frustrated when a complicated costume goes wrong. Skip all that and go for simple and fun, instead.
Negotiate All Your Travel: The Ultimate Guide
Here are some of the best travel negotiation tips from around the web – categorized by hotel, car rental, airfare, and those tips that apply all three.
7 Strategies for Paying Off Debt When Living on a Variable Income
Attention, freelancers! If you live on a variable income, it's time to rethink your debt payment strategy.
Is Mechanical Breakdown Insurance Worth It?
Depending on your car and your aversion to risk, mechanical breakdown insurance can prove to be a smart investment...or a waste of funds.
Debunking 8 Common Credit Score Myths
If you want good credit, you need a good credit score. But when it comes to getting a good rating, you need to separate facts from fiction.
How to Stay Focused at Work
If you're stressed out, overworked, and have a brain that changes focus faster than a hummingbird beats its wings, follow these suggestions to get more done.
14 Reasons to Celebrate Getting Older
Aging is nothing to fear. There are plenty of ways getting older makes life more enjoyable.
How To Choose A Financial Planner - Yes You!
I don't care who you are. (Well, actually I do, otherwise I wouldn't be writing this). What I mean, is I don't care about your background, education, financial prowess, or absolu
How to Travel Across the U.S. on a Budget
You don't need to be a millionaire to see the best sights America has to offer. In fact, you can travel across the U.S. on budget and still have a blast.
How I Grocery Shop
First, I will commit heresy by saying that I no longer write a full weekly menu.