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Balancing Spending with Saving: Being Frugal but not Miserly

Take frugal too far, and we can become miserly before we even know what hit us.

Best Money Tips: Cheaper Alternatives to Expensive U.S. Cities

Today we found articles on cheaper alternatives to expensive U.S. cities, misleading health “facts,” and easy ways to get extra cash in half an hour.

5 Simple Ways to Save on Thanksgiving

Saving on Thanksgiving is simple...if you plan ahead.

Best Money Tips: Ways to Reduce Your Water Bill

Today we found some stellar articles on reducing your water bill, cutting wedding costs when you are the guest, and keys to success.

20 Money-Saving Ways to Reuse Old Pantyhose

Here are 20 creative ways to repurpose today's worn out nylon pantyhose. Use them to shine your shoes, scrub your valuables, or reduce your heating bills!

Best Money Tips: Things Successful People Do in the First Hour of the Workday

Today we found some amazing articles on things successful people do, reducing your electricity bill, and financial lessons you can learn from crossfit.

How to House Hunt Without Leaving Your Couch

Find the perfect new home right from the comfort of your couch. Isn't technology wonderful?

Become a Frequent Flyer Master and Earn a Free Flight Every Year

Ssshh: don’t bother me. I’m busy doing my Christmas shopping and accumulating enough frequent flyer miles to pay for two overseas flights – in business class. I’m doing it with the

12 Smart Ways to Turn $500 Into a Better Future

Got $500 burning a hole in your pocket? Instead of blowing it on stuff, use it wisely to improve your finances, your home, or yourself.

How to Stop Student Loans From Ruining Your Life

You got a higher education to improve your life — not to burden it. Don't let a student loan ruin everything.

Caption This Wise Bread Family Photo and Win $50!

Yup, those are my boys. Help me caption this Linsey family photo for a chance to win $50 Amazon gift certificate.

9 Wall Street Expressions You Can Use Every Day

Do you speak banker? Now you can, as a former Wall Streeter decodes the lingo of the dollar — so you can bring Wall Street to your street.

Best Money Tips: Financial Mistakes That Will Haunt You Forever

Today we found articles on financial decisions that will haunt you forever, sneaky ways to save hundreds when you sell your car, and how to make money on YouTube.

5 Ways to Get Junk Gone

The beginning of the new year always seems like a good time to get rid of things that you've been meaning to. But some junk you just can't get rid of on Freecyle or Craigslist. He

5 Beginning Investor Mistakes I've Made (And You Don't Have To)

Get a jumpstart on your investing career by avoiding these common beginner's mistakes.

Sex Up Your Sandwich: Ideas for Budget Conscious Brown Baggers

Spice up your lunch with these affordable sandwich ideas that are flavorful and way more exciting than your average baloney or ham loaf.

Flying With Valuables? Keep Them Safe And Carry A Gun!

Worried about the safety of your valuables when you fly? Carry a gun and you'll keep them safe.

Check Out These 5 Legit Mystery Shopping Gigs

Get paid to shop? Yes, it can be done, and without getting scammed.

Don't Know What Annuities Are? You Might Be Missing Out

Most of us know about 401(k)s and IRAs, but annuities remain a mystery. Learn the basics about this often-overlooked (but useful) retirement investment tool.

Talking to Your Spouse About Money

I have a guest post up on Get Rich Slowly about how to talk with your spouse about money. I had the privilege of interviewing financial counselor Lou Scatigna, aka The Financial Ph