Losing your passport (or having it stolen) while you're traveling can be a costly disaster to contend with. Here are ways to reduce the chances of your passport going missing, and
Americans will be paying 2% less on their payroll taxes in 2011. Instead of wasting that cash, use one or more of these ideas to make the most of your "bonus."
Here are some tips to help you track flight prices easily, keep an eye out for price drops, and even get a refund if you’ve bought your ticket already.
The best travel rewards credit card offers valuable redemption opportunities, including transferring to loyalty programs to redeem free flights and stays.
Can debt possibly be a good thing? Sometimes yes, sometimes no. But carrying debt that enables you to earn money is a concept called Leveraging, and can be v
Do you know which is more expensive: one gallon of gasoline or one gallon of orange juice? How about one gallon of glue? Read on for a comparison of the price gasoline and other f
It has happened to the best of us. You step into the shower, fiddling with the temp controls, only to find there is no hot water. You can curse and you can cry, but even the spee
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Travel and Money: Passport Carrying Tips
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10 Great Gifts for Teachers
No more apples, mugs, or other unwanted gifts. This year, consider one of these 10 frugal winners, all suggested by teachers.
6 Ways to Put Your 2011 Payroll Tax Break to Work
Americans will be paying 2% less on their payroll taxes in 2011. Instead of wasting that cash, use one or more of these ideas to make the most of your "bonus."
7 Foods That Are Scientifically Proven to Increase Happiness
The next time you're feeling down, try a spicy spinach salad topped with poached turkey and salmon, and chase with a handful of chocolate truffles.
How to Host a Great New Year's Eve Party for Cheap
Get a headstart on your resolution to spend less next year by hosting a frugal (but still fun!) New Year's Eve Party.
How to Get the Lowest Price on Airfare, Even After You Buy
Here are some tips to help you track flight prices easily, keep an eye out for price drops, and even get a refund if you’ve bought your ticket already.
Debunking 8 Common Credit Score Myths
If you want good credit, you need a good credit score. But when it comes to getting a good rating, you need to separate facts from fiction.
How to Have a Great Wedding if You Haven't Saved Enough
No need to break the bank walking down the aisle. You really can have an unforgettable wedding — even on the teeniest of budgets.
How to Sell Your Home in a Seller's Market
Even in a hot market, smart sellers will work every advantage to get the maximum value out of a sale.
20 Tips for Getting Your Security Deposit Back
Here are the tips I've garnered for how to rent well and get your money back.
Which Credit Cards Have the Best Travel Redemption Value?
The best travel rewards credit card offers valuable redemption opportunities, including transferring to loyalty programs to redeem free flights and stays.
Borrowing to Invest: Helpful or Hurtful?
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8 Financial Lessons From Adele
When you're the world's most popular songstress, you spend pretty much whatever, right? Not if you're a frugalista like Adele.
Why is Gasoline So Cheap? A Cost Comparison of 40 Common Household Liquids
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7 Websites You Must Visit When Buying a New Car
Buying a new car can be very stressful. But if you're armed with the right information, it can go a lot smoother than you expect.
No Hot Water: Now What?
It has happened to the best of us. You step into the shower, fiddling with the temp controls, only to find there is no hot water. You can curse and you can cry, but even the spee
9 Cheap Ways to Increase Your Knowledge and Earning Potential
A great way to increase your earning potential is through continuing education. These online tools will get you there.
The 5 Best Wine Openers
If you want to round out that gift of wine, pair it with one of these excellent, easy-to-use wine openers.
21 Surprising and Delicious Ways to Cook Instant Ramen
Ramen is cheap, and these flavorful add-ins can make it healthier and/or tastier. Try one tonight!
How to Avoid Theft While Traveling
While you're enjoying vacation, a pickpocket may be enjoying a moment to strike. Protect yourself from theft no matter where you travel.