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Dementia Sucks: Keep Your Brain Strong With These 10 Things

Your brain isn't really a muscle, but you still can improve its function and fitness with the right mix of nutrition and conditioning. Learn how.

4 Really Expensive Places to Spend Your Holidays

The frugal traveler may want to steer clear of these super pricey holiday hangouts. But go ahead and window shop — it's fun!

All About Deflation

Deflation is back in the news, and for good reason: It's a real risk.  

Here's How Your Taxes Will Change After You Have a Kid

Welcome to parenthood! Of all the changes headed your way, don't forget about tax changes, too.

These 10 Words and Phrases Are Keeping You From Getting a Raise

What you say and how you say it really matters to your career. Cut these troublesome words and phrases and bask in the accolades that follow.

The 7 Scariest Big Purchases People Make

The big spend is only part of the reason these big purchases are such big scares.

5 Signs Someone's Being Fake

Nobody wants to get duped, whether by someone we know or someone we don't. Learn to recognize these tell tale signs of a phony.

15 Genius Kitchen Storage Solutions

You don't need a renovation to get more storage space in your kitchen — you only need inspiration. Get some with these clever kitchen storage ideas.

Back-to-School Time Savers

As summer comes to an end, it comes time to say goodbye to carefree mornings. Ease into the school year with these back-to-school time savers.

The Recession Glossary

Insource? Bleisure? Double-dip? The recession has generated a lot of new terms. Learn what they all mean in this recession glossary.

Can I Conquer My Vanity for the Sake of My Sanity?

The truth is, frugality can be terrifying — especially for those who crave a lavish lifestyle. But where has all that spending gotten you?

How to Get a Cruise Cabin Upgrade for Free

Want a balcony or suite upgrade without breaking the bank? These upgrade strategies won't cost you a thing.

Covert transaction legal, life-saving: getting free drinks at the amusement park

In the interest of frugality and safety , I will pass along a tip that I received from a waitress when my family and I were visiting Williamsburg. She advised us that free water in

25 Great Things to Do With Your Spare Change

You know to save your change — but what do you do with it when the piggy bank fills up? Try one of these ideas, ranging from totally frugal to just-for-fun.

When poor folks have better crap than you

Every notice how upset people get, when someone poorer than them has better crap? I'm talking about the guy agonizing over whether to spring for a 32-inch flat screen who find

10 Ways to Boost Your Take-Home Pay

Getting a new job isn't the only way to make more money — discover great ways to start bringing home more bacon.

Ask the Readers: What is Your Best Frugal Date Idea?

Tell us about your best frugal date idea and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!

Pretty, Cheap: Makeup Advice for the Frugal

If you're perplexed about makeup and aren't sure what works best for you, you're not alone. Check out these tips to make buying makeup easier.

Ugggh, (hic) I justss gotta eat some(hic)thing; my top 10 homemade drunk snacks.

Most of us have been there (when I was in college, I was there 3 times a week during my first year…sorry mum and dad). You go out with your buddies, have a few beers and by the tim

Having a baby? Nine financial considerations for new parents

My friend recently had a baby girl and she told me about the costs for a normal pregnancy and delivery. To say the least I was a bit flabbergasted that over $25000 was charged for