'Hypermiling,' a set of driving techniques for maximizing a car's fuel efficiency, received a lot of attention this summer. However, the idea of driving 50 mph, rolling
For my entire life, I have never lived in a place bigger than 1400 square feet. The smallest dwelling I had was a studio less than 400 square feet which I shared with my parents.
Achieving the right asset allocation can be like groping around in the dark (and not in a fun kind of way!) if you don’t know where to begin. This article will help you to determin
Typical personal finance advice would have you divide your budget categories into two groups: Your fixed expenses and your discretionary expenses. I generally don't like that dis
As I got older, I started caring a bit more about the kinds of chemicals that I was putting on my hair and skin, so I decided to grow my gray out for a while.
The key to a quick, nutritious, and inexpensive allergy-free diet is in following these easy points. It may take a little time and effort to prepare this diet but it is a great
It's no secret that college tuition and the related expenses can be daunting for students and families. Here are seven tips for minimizing the costs of college.
It seems that nothing is safe any more. And now your Social Security Number, the lynchpin to you credit score, taxes, government benefits and more, is under attack. It can be guess
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Before you start a DIY home renovation project, consider this question — are you really the right person for the job?
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With summer comes soaring temps and blockbuster movies. Beat the heat and the high cost of summer movies with this cast of cinematic cost-cutters.
Ask the Readers: What's the Worst Job You've Ever Had?
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Ask the Readers: Do You File Your Own Taxes?
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Asset Allocation for All Markets
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Emergency belt-tightening
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Would You Stop Coloring Your Hair?
As I got older, I started caring a bit more about the kinds of chemicals that I was putting on my hair and skin, so I decided to grow my gray out for a while.
What You Can Buy With $5,000
When you're done fantasizing about what you could spend a cool million on, think about the possibilities of a realistic windfall — like a cool $5K!
3 Key Points in Making an Allergy-Free Dog Diet
The key to a quick, nutritious, and inexpensive allergy-free diet is in following these easy points. It may take a little time and effort to prepare this diet but it is a great
5 Ways Having a Paid Off Car Is Surprisingly Great
We all know auto loans are bad for our bottom line. Check out just how much easier life can be when you straight-up own your car.
10 Frugal and Delicious Meals to Make With Your Kids
Get your kids started early on healthy and frugal habits like cooking at home — and save yourself some effort at meal time. It's win-win, yum!
Degrees of Frugality: 7 Tips for the College-Bound
It's no secret that college tuition and the related expenses can be daunting for students and families. Here are seven tips for minimizing the costs of college.
12 Personal Finance Skills Everyone Should Master
Budgeting and negotiation are just the tip of the iceberg. How many of these critical life and money skills have you mastered?
The Secret to Succeeding at Absolutely Everything
What do most winners have in common (beside some natural ability and maybe some luck)? It's a gritty little secret that's easier than it looks.
What to Do When You Suspect a Scam
Don't fall victim to these faux finance calls. Here's how to protect yourself and your loved ones from a scam.
Your SSN Can Now Be Accurately Guessed Using Date and Place of Birth
It seems that nothing is safe any more. And now your Social Security Number, the lynchpin to you credit score, taxes, government benefits and more, is under attack. It can be guess