The gold standard was used to define currency since Roman times. Discover how it worked, why it doesn't anymore, and how it affects our finances today.
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Understanding the Gold Standard
The gold standard was used to define currency since Roman times. Discover how it worked, why it doesn't anymore, and how it affects our finances today.
Three of the Toughest Decisions You'll Face in Retirement
A lot of financial decision-making goes into retirement. Once you reach your golden years, you have a few more questions to answer.
Shhhhh: How to Block Out Noise
I am the only tenant on the floor of an apartment building otherwise entirely under construction, and it's taught me a few things about finding quiet.
How to Sell Gold Without Getting Ripped Off
High gold prices mean this could be a lucrative time to clean out your jewelry box, but don't let a rip-off waste this golden opportunity.
10 Unexpected Home Uses for Mayonnaise
Mayo does more than make everything delicious. From cleaning to killing pests to giving you silky-soft hair, discover all the surprising uses for this condiment.
The 5 Best Power Banks
Running out of juice before the day ends is the worst. Keep your gadgets fully charged with one of these Best 5 power banks.
7 Ways to Bounce Back After You Miss a Credit Card Payoff Goal
Discouraged because you didn't meet a credit card payoff goal? Don't get down on yourself — get back to bringing those balances down.
10 Cheap and Delicious Marinades
If you're looking for an easy, inexpensive way to make meat and other foods super-flavorful, look no further than these great marinade recipes.
Here’s Why You Shouldn’t Work in Your Downtime
Working in your downtime isn't just a drag — it's dangerous to your health and wellbeing.
5 Ways to Boost Your Financial Resilience
When the going gets tough, the tough get going. Take these steps now to build up your ability to withstand a financial crisis.
5 Ways Millennials Can Become Bosses Sooner
Millennials don't shy from a challenge — climbing the corporate ladder, included. Are you ready for the top rung?
9 Money Secrets of the Amish
The lifestyle of the Amish includes hard work and simple living — which also equals more money in the bank. Could simpler finances work for you?
10 Summer Foods You Can Make in an Instant Pot
Don't heat up your kitchen this summer. Instead, rely on these summer staples you can make an in Instant Pot.
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8 Fun and Frugal Things to Do with Origami
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Financial Education for Kids: Highlights from Our Chat with Jump$tart Coalition for Personal Financial Literacy
Don't miss the highlights from our chat with Jump$tart Coalition for Personal Financial Literacy on financial education for kids!
5 Great Choices for Free Online Data Storage
I have one of those USB jump drives, but I wanted to know if there were free storage options online for me. I found a whole bunch. Here are my favorites.
For Amazing, Affordable Vacations, Travel Slowly
Regardless of how long your vacation is, the slower you travel and the less you plan, the more rewarding (and affordable!) your trip will be.
Should You Sell Your Home to Pay Down Debt?
You may have to live in a van down by the river, but if you have equity, you can erase a lot of consumer debt by selling your home.