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Lessons From My Frugal Father

My dad was a child of the Great Depression, and those challenging years solidified a financial philosophy and simple lifestyle that's worth a new look today.

15 Life Hacks for College Students (or Anyone Else Trying to Save Money)

Making ends is tough for students — or anybody else on a tight budget. Get inventive and start solving everyday problems without spending a lot.

USAA® Preferred Cash Rewards Visa Signature® Card: Simple Cash Back on All Your Purchases

Avoid complicated rewards programs and earn a flat rate of 1.5% cash back on all your purchases.

How Men and Women Use Smartphones Differently

The genders may be equal, but their smart phone usage may not be.  Here are some of our findings on the topic, taken from our recent article at My Life Sco

WATCH: The 10 Craziest Annual 4th of July Fireworks Displays

The 4th of July means Main Street parades, backyard barbecues, and fantastic fireworks. Here's where to find the best shows, from coast to coast.

What Is True Affordability?

When is something truly affordable? If you are making more than $1 million a year, does this automatically mean you can afford everything?

I'm Eating What? 12 Gross Things in Your Food

You are what you eat. Vitamins, minerals, protein, fat… and bugs, breast implants, and viruses. Wait, what? Discover what's really in your food.

How to Get Cash While Traveling Abroad

You're going to need cash when you travel abroad, but you don't need to pay all those fees and surcharges. Here's how.

What Does Being Rich Mean to You Anyway?

How much money do you think you need to be considered rich? Is it solely just due to a number in your bank account?

How to Be a Superhero without Supernatural Abilities

A hero isn’t someone who wears a crimson cape. A hero is not someone who possesses super human strength. A hero is someone who consistently does amazing things over a lifetime.

The 5 Best Solar Chargers

Do your gadgets always run out of battery in the middle of the day? These five solar chargers let you use the sun to recharge them on the go.

Best Money Tips: Make Veterinary Bills More Affordable

Today we found some amazing articles on making veterinary bills more affordable, building a new job wardrobe on the cheap, and saving money when you move.

How to Save $1,500 on Coffee

Many of us know that we can save money by making coffee at home, but have you ever actually calculated how much? Learn how to save $1,500 on coffee.

How to Stop a Baby From Crying

When a baby is crying and nothing seems to calm her down, try to trigger the "calming reflex." Developed by a Dr. Karp, it can turn off a baby's cries in a few seconds.

12 Ways Kids Can Teach Us About Money

If you pay attention, kids can teach a lot about money — from smart ways to save to healthy attitudes about self worth. Watch for these lessons.

5 Smart Ways to Save on Smartphones

Shake that expensive phone and service plan with these smart strategies.

Save Money Shopping Online With Google

Want to save some money on every single online purchase you ever make? Next time you're about to buy something online, make sure to try this handy little tip that takes advantage o

The 7 Stages of Procrastination (Read This Right Now!)

Get more done and like yourself more by understanding — and overcoming — the seven stages of procrastination.

8 Signs You Aren't Prepared for an Emergency

You never know when an emergency might arise, and in that case, you need to be prepared. Are you?

Eat 256 Big Macs to Win a $5 Gift Card

How many Big Macs would you have to eat to win a particular prize in McDonald's Monopoly? You're about to find out.