Today we found some stellar articles on convincing your partner that frugality is the way to go, things you're spending too much money on, and saving at Ikea.
Overwhelmed by dirt and clutter? Break up your spring cleaning to make it less intimidating, and clean your whole house by tackling just three tasks a week.
Tell us if kids should get paid for chores and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card and a hilarious new book, "Blacklisted from the PTA."
This guide offers tips for saving for and getting financial aid for college, plus additional advice for students to save while in school and tips for recent graduates.
There's one problem I have with being a thrifty shopper. Well, one big problem anyway. And it's that I always feel like there could be a better bargain somewhere else. I get buyer's guilt that I've overpaid, even when I've saved 90%. [more]
Target is offering wedding dresses for under $200!
Now, I've been griping lately about imported Chinese goods. These Isaac Mizrahi gowns are probably sewn in sweatshops in Asia, so mentioning them here isn't meant as a promotion per se. [more]
I've pretty much come to the conclusion that I need to stop buying Chinese goods. This is a tough one for me, mostly because so much of the cheap stuff I love to buy comes from Chi
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Credit card rewards programs look attractive, but there are several hidden costs, beginning with the cost of not redeeming those rewards.
Best Money Tips: Convince Your Partner That Frugality Is the Way to Go
Today we found some stellar articles on convincing your partner that frugality is the way to go, things you're spending too much money on, and saving at Ikea.
10 Useful Items You Should Never Throw Out
The next time you're on a declutter rampage, give your toss pile a second thought. Some of that stuff can be put to good re-use.
10 Ways for College Students to Save Loads of Money
Being a student can be expensive; here's how you can save!
Your One-Month Guide to Spring Cleaning
Overwhelmed by dirt and clutter? Break up your spring cleaning to make it less intimidating, and clean your whole house by tackling just three tasks a week.
4 Questions You Need To Answer Before Relocating in Retirement
Relocating is a common post-career plan. But before pulling up stakes, you better find out where the road will take you.
The 6 Surprising Things That Tell You How Long You'll Live — and How to Improve Them All
Death happens slowly — and then all at once. Learn to identify some early warning signs, and take steps to forestall the inevitable.
6 Tips for Spring Cleaning on a Budget
The spring cleaning season is here. But consumers don't have to clean out their wallets in order to make the annual event a success.
Ask The Readers: Should Kids Get Paid For Doing Chores?
Tell us if kids should get paid for chores and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card and a hilarious new book, "Blacklisted from the PTA."
15 Things You Should Never Skimp On
For the stuff we use and rely on daily, sometimes it's better to avoid the bargain bin. Don't skimp on these 15 items.
The Easy Way Teachers Can Earn Passive Income
Teachers do a noble job for a less-than-noble salary. Educators everywhere can earn passive income just by sharing the tools they use.
10 Great Uses for Onions
From cleaning rusty knives to training your pets and much more, learn all of the surprising uses for this tasty, tear-inducing plant.
College Guide
This guide offers tips for saving for and getting financial aid for college, plus additional advice for students to save while in school and tips for recent graduates.
How to Get to Machu Picchu and Back for $30
Believe it or not, you can travel to Machu Picchu and back for just $30!
How to Build an Investment Portfolio for Under $5000
So you've been diligently saving and you're ready to move some money into longer term investments. Try this easy-to-follow plan for investment newbs.
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There's one problem I have with being a thrifty shopper. Well, one big problem anyway. And it's that I always feel like there could be a better bargain somewhere else. I get buyer's guilt that I've overpaid, even when I've saved 90%. [more]
5 Overwater Bungalows You Can Book With Rewards Points
Overwater bungalows may be the holy grail of luxury travel, but that doesn't mean staying in one has to break the bank.
Wedding Dresses for Under $200
Target is offering wedding dresses for under $200! Now, I've been griping lately about imported Chinese goods. These Isaac Mizrahi gowns are probably sewn in sweatshops in Asia, so mentioning them here isn't meant as a promotion per se. [more]
Bad, bad China: a round-up
I've pretty much come to the conclusion that I need to stop buying Chinese goods. This is a tough one for me, mostly because so much of the cheap stuff I love to buy comes from Chi
How to Get More Value From Delta Air Lines SkyMiles
Delta is the only major airline that doesn't publish an award chart, but it's still possible to get decent value from your SkyMiles.