What can a dollar buy you these days? Certainly not a gallon of gas, which it could have done 6 years ago. Anyway, this idea actually came out of a lunchtime chat with some friends. [more]
We all use mentors regularly without thinking about it. But if we take charge of our lives and consciously choose mentors, we can charge ahead of the game in leaps and bounds.
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College is not cheap, but don't be dismayed. You can still find success without a four-year degree.
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Eighteen percent of Americans are forced to retire early. Are you prepared for an early retirement?
The 5 Best Blackout Curtains
Sleeping when the sun is up isn't easy, but it can be. Use any of these blackout curtains and the sun will never disturb your snooze again.
101 things to do with a $1 bill.
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Slow DRIP into investing
My first-ever individual stock holding was a Duke Power (now Duke Energy) share that I acquired through its Dividend Reinvestment Plan or DRIP. [more]
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Spring isn't the only cleaning-worthy season! This all-encompassing list will help you get your place in shape for autumn and beyond.
The 5 Best Sous Vide Tools
Cooking the perfect meal isn't easy, but it can be. Use any of these sous vide tools and take dinner to a whole new level of yum.
5 Steps to Stress-Free Holiday Gift Giving
Is the holiday season already straining your last festive nerve? Maybe it's time to rethink gift-giving and adopt a saner strategy.
12 Proactive Things You Can Do Right Now
You don't need a list of resolutions to start living a better life. Start today with these simple steps that can lead to a happier and healthier you.
6 Reasons Cutting Your Landline Is a Bad Deal
Dropping home phone service has become a popular way to cut a few dollars from the budget. But are the savings really worth it?
The 5 Best Espresso Makers
"I drink espresso" isn't an excuse to waste money at the coffee shop. Save money by making it yourself at home with one of these great machines.
10 of the World's Most Expensive Restaurants
These 10 restaurants have it all — great food, scenic locations, and one shockingly large bill at the end.
Wear Frozen Clothes and 9 Other Ways to Beat the Heat
Frozen clothing is kind of an unconventional way to cool off, but this method — and others — can help you chill out and save energy this summer.
The Power of Mentorship
We all use mentors regularly without thinking about it. But if we take charge of our lives and consciously choose mentors, we can charge ahead of the game in leaps and bounds.
Your 31 Hidden Networks That Can Help You Land Jobs
Discover your hidden network of supporters who are eager to help you find a job or upgrade your career.
7 Unnecessary Household Expenses You Can Cut Today
If your family doesn't examine these 7 common household expenses, you are wasting way too much money.
LCD vs. Plasma: What's the Better Value?
If you're longing to make a big-screen TV the centerpiece to your home theater system, consider the deal-rich plasma option.
Is There Any Reason to Pay for a Landline Anymore?
Let's investigate if paying for a landline phone is still worth it.
10 Fun, Free Ways to Entertain Yourself During a Flight Delay
If you're facing a long layover and a shortage of power outlets, forgo the tablet and try one of these inspired — and free — ways to pass the time.
Why We're So Materialistic (Even Though We Know It's Dumb)
Getting control of our spending and our finances would be a lot easier if we weren't so materialistic. So why are we?