Recession, Reschmession…. Just when you thought you’ve heard everything you could possibly take concerning today’s hottest buzz word, a brilliant website was created in its honor.
Putting on soft clothes that just came out of the dryer is great — but traditional dryer sheets are filled with chemicals. Instead, make this eco-friendly version.
The best thing about public school is that it keeps kids occupied and not spending money for six hours a day or more. Now that it's summer, here re seven ideas for free or very che
A modern new dishwasher should last 15 years, but you can extend the machine's useful lifetime much longer than that with a few simple maintenance chores.
Interested in budgeting your money but don't want to carry loads of cash? Enter in the modern equivalent using Gift Check Cards or Preloaded Student cards.
A new show named Bank of Mom and Dad just premiered on 9/30/09 on SOAPnet. This show chronicles parents who attempt to reform their financially irresponsible adult children by movi
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Have you ever found yourself wasting time when you know there's something you could be doing that means a lot to you? I know I find myself there all the time. What we rarely do is
Back in 1996, I was a partial scholarship private college student with the “gold” meal plan. Despite having access to food almost anytime I wanted, I often went hungry. Why? I was
We've all experienced a gift of a sweater that was too small (or worse yet, itchy). There are even tales of fine art presents that missed the mark of good taste and ended up hangin
I am a very frugal person. So, when my husband discovered his digestive tract could not handle gluten, I had to figure out how to stay within the budget, while keeping my sanity.
The media is saying buy and hold is dead thanks to some fuzzy math and misinterpretation of what "long term" means. But here are four strategies that can turn buy and hold from a b
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If you aren't living your happily ever after right now, these tricks just might get you there.
How to Take One Vacation Day and Save Thousands
Who knew taking a day off from work could save you so much money?
Cheap Thrills That Actually Satisfy
From whipping down hills to walking out on a stage and making up everything on the spot, discover cheap thrills that satisfy.
Make Your Own Eco-Friendly Dryer Sheets
Putting on soft clothes that just came out of the dryer is great — but traditional dryer sheets are filled with chemicals. Instead, make this eco-friendly version.
Summer Freebies and Bargains for Kids
The best thing about public school is that it keeps kids occupied and not spending money for six hours a day or more. Now that it's summer, here re seven ideas for free or very che
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Prepaid Gift Cards for Modern Envelope Budgeting
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Bank of Mom and Dad: Could Tough Love Cure Financial Irresponsibility?
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Best Money Tips: Alaska Doesn't Want You
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4 Ways to Eat Less Salt Without Losing Flavor
Americans consume far more sodium than they should (blame processed foods). Reduce your intake with some simple steps that don't sacrifice flavor.
Simple Living: Overcoming Negative Inertia
Have you ever found yourself wasting time when you know there's something you could be doing that means a lot to you? I know I find myself there all the time. What we rarely do is
5 Surprising Ways Revolving Debt Helps You
Some folks steer clear of revolving debt, but in truth, it can be surprisingly helpful.
Change Your Life by Learning How to Admit You're Wrong
Mea whata? Mea culpa! Learn why admitting you're wrong frees you to pursue your goals — and reach them!
6 Savvy Strategies to Ward Away College Hunger and Avoid Overspending
Back in 1996, I was a partial scholarship private college student with the “gold” meal plan. Despite having access to food almost anytime I wanted, I often went hungry. Why? I was
Ask the Readers: Do you Return Gifts? (Chance to Win $10!)
We've all experienced a gift of a sweater that was too small (or worse yet, itchy). There are even tales of fine art presents that missed the mark of good taste and ended up hangin
How to Buy and Prepare Fresh Fish
Learn how to choose the freshest fish and add this delicious and healthy protein to your diet.
Frugal Gluten-Free Living: Kitchen Tools that Stretch Your Budget and Your Time
I am a very frugal person. So, when my husband discovered his digestive tract could not handle gluten, I had to figure out how to stay within the budget, while keeping my sanity.
Buy-and-Hold Investing: 4 Ways to Make It More Effective
The media is saying buy and hold is dead thanks to some fuzzy math and misinterpretation of what "long term" means. But here are four strategies that can turn buy and hold from a b
Everything You Need to Know About Unemployment Insurance
Unemployment remains high, even years after the Great Recession. If the worst happens with your job, here's how to get help.