They key problem with energy is that it's really hard to store--it's tough to buy energy now and use it later, and most energy storage techniques lose a large fraction of the energ
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
This isn’t the first time I’ve written about recalls. Sadly, they seem to pop up every day – either an indication of our products getting junkier, or a sign that the government is
It's never pleasant to think about death and funerals, but if there is one certainty in life, it's that we're all going to bite the dust at some point. And just like most things in
Rising prices, as well as the current unemployment rate, and devaluation of the dollar, all seem to support the wisdom of previous generations’ more frugal ways.
The Kindle is a reading device that Amazon sells to enable you to spend more money on Amazon. However, it turns out there are lots of things you can do with your Kindle without spe
Finding the right hair clipper for you isn't easy, but it can be. Get any of these wireless hair clippers and your cut will always look fresh and clean.
A hero isn’t someone who wears a crimson cape. A hero is not someone who possesses super human strength. A hero is someone who consistently does amazing things over a lifetime.
Despite the changing times, people still rely on "tried and trusted" job search techniques...even when they're not in their best interest. Here are 10 to avoid.
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When one writer married into a huge family, gift giving got really complicated. Discover her savvy suggestions for saving money and time.
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
Be on the Lookout for Credit Card Checkout Fees
Thanks to an antitrust settlement, retailers now have the right to charge you a fee for paying with your credit card. Learn how to fight back.
6 Sobering Facts About the Stock Market
The Stock Market is a safe, reliable way to grow your nest egg right up until it isn't.
8 Cheap, Easy, and Not-So-Obvious Ways to Invest in a Company's Stock
There are many ways to invest besides buying shares in a company's stock through a brokerage firm. Discover eight cheap (or free!) ways.
Why Retirees Are Using Annuities Instead of Early Social Security
Many senior citizens have become more interested in how annuities can fulfill their retirement investment goals.
Recalled Robes, Cribs, and Hooded Sweatshirts: Top Safety Concerns You Should Know About
This isn’t the first time I’ve written about recalls. Sadly, they seem to pop up every day – either an indication of our products getting junkier, or a sign that the government is
Times Are Tough; Would You Consider A DIY Funeral?
It's never pleasant to think about death and funerals, but if there is one certainty in life, it's that we're all going to bite the dust at some point. And just like most things in
8 Ways to Help Your Clothes Last Longer
Extend the life of your clothing by choosing quality materials and construction and following a few simple fabric care tips.
20 Signs That You Were Raised By TRUE Money-Savers
Rising prices, as well as the current unemployment rate, and devaluation of the dollar, all seem to support the wisdom of previous generations’ more frugal ways.
Best Money Tips: How to Succeed Even When You Fail
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10 Free Things to Do With Your Kindle
The Kindle is a reading device that Amazon sells to enable you to spend more money on Amazon. However, it turns out there are lots of things you can do with your Kindle without spe
The 5 Best Wireless Hair Clippers
Finding the right hair clipper for you isn't easy, but it can be. Get any of these wireless hair clippers and your cut will always look fresh and clean.
USAA® Preferred Cash Rewards Visa Signature® Card: Simple Cash Back on All Your Purchases
Avoid complicated rewards programs and earn a flat rate of 1.5% cash back on all your purchases.
How to Be a Superhero without Supernatural Abilities
A hero isn’t someone who wears a crimson cape. A hero is not someone who possesses super human strength. A hero is someone who consistently does amazing things over a lifetime.
5 Unexpected Moving Expenses
I thought I had my DIY move totally budgeted, only to be hit with hidden costs.
Do You Spend More with Cash or Credit?
I totaled up all my credit card expenses in 2010 to try to figure out if I spent more using credit than I would have with cash. Here's what I found.
10 Outdated Job-Search Techniques to Avoid
Despite the changing times, people still rely on "tried and trusted" job search techniques...even when they're not in their best interest. Here are 10 to avoid.
7 Budget Gifts You Can Bring to a Holiday Party
Show the hostess or host your appreciation for the invite with a clever, affordable, and adorable gift such as one of these.