As you’re no doubt aware, President Bush has created an economic stimulus package in the hopes of stalling the impending recession (or if you believe some, depression) that’s on th
We all know it saves time and money to plan a weekly dinner menu. You're also more likely to eat a healthy diet and less likely to cop out and pick up a Big Mac, because you know y
For the past few years people have been telling us that it's not a matter of "if" a pandemic occurs, but a matter of "when." Well, a pandemic may be upon us. Or it may not. Either
If you want to get unique experiences, discover what a place is really like, AND save money, don't travel like a tourist — learn how to live like a local.
This week I did an intervention on Sarah, one of my dearest friends. Sarah has a substance abuse problem -- but not with drugs. Sarah has a problem with self storage.
Many families make a sacrifice by having one parent stay at home to raise their children. If the stay-at-home parent remains at home and unemployed for the majority of his or her
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Bush's economic stimulus package; What will you get back?
As you’re no doubt aware, President Bush has created an economic stimulus package in the hopes of stalling the impending recession (or if you believe some, depression) that’s on th
What to Buy, and Avoid Buying, in February
Winter rolls on, as do the rolling discounts. Read on for the stuff you can buy cheap this month — and the stuff you should hold off on.
Ask the Readers: Do You See Movies in the Theater?
Tell us if you see movies in the theater and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
Refactor Your Budget Categories
Use the budget categories put out by the Bureau of Labor Statistics to help you better understand your spending.
6 Money Myths About Stay-At-Home Moms
Being a stay-at-home mom isn't all mid-day naps and clipping coupons. Learn why SAH moms are financially savvy and so much more than a stereotype.
Menu Planning Backwards and Forwards
We all know it saves time and money to plan a weekly dinner menu. You're also more likely to eat a healthy diet and less likely to cop out and pick up a Big Mac, because you know y
8 Moves to Make If You Need to Break Your Lease
No one ever thinks they'll need to break their lease — but things happen. Avoid legal — and financial — pitfalls by handling it smartly.
15 Things You Should Do Today to Prepare for a Pandemic Flu
For the past few years people have been telling us that it's not a matter of "if" a pandemic occurs, but a matter of "when." Well, a pandemic may be upon us. Or it may not. Either
12 Fun Ways to Give Experiences Instead of Stuff
Running out of ideas for things to give? Take your giving to the fourth dimension and give your recipient the gift of time well spent.
Anyone Can Spend Less for Food
You almost certainly pay more for food than you need to. Discover how you can spend drastically less...and why you shouldn't.
11 Food Additives You're Probably Eating Every Day (and What They Do)
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6 Ways to Save Money on iPads, iPhones, and Macs
Want to buy a sleek Mac laptop or a cool iPad but don't want to pay full price? Fear not — there are actually ways to save money on Apple products.
6 Cheap Ways to Entertain Your Kids This Summer
You don't need to go broke keeping your children active this summer. Some of the best summer activities don't cost anything at all.
7 More Luxury Buys You Can Replace With Better and Cheaper Alternatives
Having the "right" brands may boost your self-image. But if you want features and function instead of cachet, go for these alternatives to luxe.
How to Never Succumb to Impulse Spending Again
Trying to build a nest egg? Resist the urge to purge your pocketbook on every shiny bauble you see and watch your savings grow.
11 Cool Uses for Your Coffee Maker
Your coffee pot can't fry an egg, but it can certainly poach one. What else can your coffee maker do for you?
21 Surprising Uses for Vinegar
Is there anything vinegar can't do? This pantry jack-of-all-trades proves over and over again why you should never be without it.
Live Like a Local: How to Tap Into the Local Scene While Traveling
If you want to get unique experiences, discover what a place is really like, AND save money, don't travel like a tourist — learn how to live like a local.
5 Ways Self Storage Units Are More Sad Museums Than Savvy Solutions
This week I did an intervention on Sarah, one of my dearest friends. Sarah has a substance abuse problem -- but not with drugs. Sarah has a problem with self storage.
Retirement for Stay-at-Home Parents
Many families make a sacrifice by having one parent stay at home to raise their children. If the stay-at-home parent remains at home and unemployed for the majority of his or her