Do you want every gift you give to be from the heart? Do you dream about ending the power of materialism? Is encouraging sustainable community on your list for next year? Do you
Not on my body of course; that would be freakish. And if you’re visualizing it right now, I’m really sorry…especially if you’re eating. No, I’m basically reacting to several incide
Whenever I write a post about energy, I point out that we know it's possible to have a high standard of living while using less energy--people in European countries do, so it must
There's more to San Francisco than cable cars, Union Square, and Fisherman's Wharf. The more of the 'other' San Francisco you see, the cheaper your stay becomes--especially a stay
Winning a scholarship takes effort, even to snag an award that is relatively small ($500-$1,000) compared to the cost of attendance at a state university (more than $16,000 per yea
A Personal Health Record (PHR) gives you direct control over your health records, the very information used by doctors to diagnose, treat, and care for patients. It might sound cli
I love the idea of coupons. Saving money? I'm so for the idea. Cutting, sorting, and saving little scraps of paper that will probably end up getting eaten by the baby or in the
Hang around with frugality and simplicity types for any length of time and you'll hear a lot about distinguishing between needs and wants. It's come to me, though, that this issue
There are many families that share generational cooking traditions as a long standing family tradition. Since there are many families that are also feeling the pinch of the recessi
Today a new bill was passed by the U.S. Senate with the intent of restricting abusive practices in the credit card industry. A House bill was passed on May 12th and will be reconc
Food waste costs consumers billions every year, and the culprit is confusion about expiration dates. Find out what you can still eat, no matter what the carton says.
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Do you want every gift you give to be from the heart? Do you dream about ending the power of materialism? Is encouraging sustainable community on your list for next year? Do you
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Not on my body of course; that would be freakish. And if you’re visualizing it right now, I’m really sorry…especially if you’re eating. No, I’m basically reacting to several incide
The good life on less energy--even in the US
Whenever I write a post about energy, I point out that we know it's possible to have a high standard of living while using less energy--people in European countries do, so it must
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Ask the Readers: How Have You Spent Past Tax Refunds?
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Less Expensive Ways to Enjoy San Francisco
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How To Get A Big Payoff From College Scholarships
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Make Cents of Healthcare with a PHR
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Are Coupons For Everyone? A Review of the Couponizer (and a Giveaway)
I love the idea of coupons. Saving money? I'm so for the idea. Cutting, sorting, and saving little scraps of paper that will probably end up getting eaten by the baby or in the
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Needs, wants, and not even wants
Hang around with frugality and simplicity types for any length of time and you'll hear a lot about distinguishing between needs and wants. It's come to me, though, that this issue
Hit Up Your Grandma's Cookbooks for Frugal Cooking Ideas
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Don't Get Taken: How to Evaluate an Exchange Rate
You need cash for your trip abroad, but make sure that exchange rate is fair before you make the deal with your bank.
The Economics of Marriage and Health - Til Death Do Us Part
Studies have shown that a healthy marriage could translate into a healthy heart, not to mention saving money on health care or an expensive divorce.
3 Reasons You Are More Than Your Job
When work gets you down, always remember that work isn't everything.
The Real Reason We Still Spend to Impress
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6 Ways to Avoid Surprise Medical Bills
Avoid costly medical bills with these simple steps you can take today.
How will the new credit card rules affect consumers?
Today a new bill was passed by the U.S. Senate with the intent of restricting abusive practices in the credit card industry. A House bill was passed on May 12th and will be reconc
Can I Eat This? A Quick Guide to Expiration Dates and Food Safety
Food waste costs consumers billions every year, and the culprit is confusion about expiration dates. Find out what you can still eat, no matter what the carton says.