Whenever I write about calculating how much money you need to retire, some people disagree strongly with the whole idea that there is such a figure. One told me, "The only correct
A nation reeling from popped real estate and financial collapse mopes through a recession, its president urging calm. Just what country are we talking about?
Black Friday is not the day for casual browsing! If you're going to shop, either online or in the store, use these tips from the Internet's top savings experts to prepare.
Today we found some amazing articles on changing spending habits to increase your income, the art of healthy discontentment, and creating a budget you'll stick with.
"Retail therapy" — shopping to help you feel better — is typically viewed with scorn. But some recent findings suggest that shopping can make you happy...if you do it right.
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Just Saving More Is Not the Answer
Whenever I write about calculating how much money you need to retire, some people disagree strongly with the whole idea that there is such a figure. One told me, "The only correct
4 Ways Stores Trick Us Into Impulse Buys (And How to Resist)
Retailers go to a lot of effort to make your purchases effortless. Watch out for these ploys designed to get you to buy more than you need.
U.S. Banks and the Tokyo Drift
A nation reeling from popped real estate and financial collapse mopes through a recession, its president urging calm. Just what country are we talking about?
November 11: The Last Free National Park Day of the Year
Plan a final outdoor adventure for 2011, and discover how to get free entrance to parks year-round.
Here's How Investing in Companies You Hate Can Make You Rich
Forget "buy what you like." If you hate it, invest in it.
When Self-Care Actually Harms Your Budget
Self-care has become a critical way to cope with the stress of the modern world. But is it really just draining your bank account?
Canned vs. Dried Beans: Which Are Cheaper?
Should you buy dried beans or canned? Discover which kind costs 50% less.
Best Money Tips: The Best Time to Buy a Car
Today we found some great articles on the best time to buy a car, online jobs for college students, and Warren Buffet's tips for investing.
Change Your Life with Storytelling
Marketers use stories about perfect lives to try to sell you things, but you can use the same technique to help create your own perfect life.
12 Awesome Things You Didn't Know You Could Get at the Library
Your local library shares a lot more than books and old movies these days. Find out what you're missing by not renewing your library card.
How to Buy Stocks, Priceline-Style
Setting your own price for stocks is easy if you know what strategy to use. And you don't even need William Shatner to negotiate for you.
10 Foods With the Most Bang for Your Buck
It's easy to buy a lot of calories for little (just eat junk food). Guess what? It's also easy to buy a lot of nutrition for a little money.
5 Easy Ways to Make Room for Baby
When you live in a small home or apartment, it can be tough to make room for another human. Here's how to maximize your space for your new addition.
Black Friday Tips From Money-Saving Experts
Black Friday is not the day for casual browsing! If you're going to shop, either online or in the store, use these tips from the Internet's top savings experts to prepare.
Best Money Tips: Change Spending Habits to Increase Your Income
Today we found some amazing articles on changing spending habits to increase your income, the art of healthy discontentment, and creating a budget you'll stick with.
Retail Therapy: The Benefits of Shopping
"Retail therapy" — shopping to help you feel better — is typically viewed with scorn. But some recent findings suggest that shopping can make you happy...if you do it right.
Wise Bread Reloaded: The Surprisingly Easy Way to Defend Your Knees and Other Air Travel Tips
You don't have to deploy a knee defender to fly comfortably. Try a few of these tips and tricks from Wise Bread's flight-savvy writers.
The 5 Best Binoculars
Seeing beautiful sights clearly from a distance isn't easy, but it can be. Just use any of these binoculars and you'll always have the best view.
My CSA Experience: Farm-Fresh Veggies All Summer (and Possibly Winter)
Buying a share in community-supported agriculture is a great way to get fresh, local produce — and some CSAs are even available through the winter.
5 Pretty Projects for Pine Cones
If you have an excess of pine cones (or can get some), we have five festive decorating projects you can do on a dime.