Would you buy a $35 vodka martini because it's New Year's Eve and you're thirsty? Here's a look at how instant gratification and finances blend (or not).
Using the power of your own mind against you is quite a scam and requires little to no set up, no partners, and no real props. See how Derren Brown does it.
Does searching for the cheapest flight online sap away at your will to live? Are you as confused as I am by the numerous discrepancies found among all the "guaranteed cheapest
From biology to economics, scientists are discovering that sloth may be fundamental to our makeup. Settle a little deeper into your couch and learn why.
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."
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The Case of the Martini: Is Instant Gratification Financially Responsible?
Would you buy a $35 vodka martini because it's New Year's Eve and you're thirsty? Here's a look at how instant gratification and finances blend (or not).
Mind Control Guru Can Pay With Blank Sheets of Paper
Using the power of your own mind against you is quite a scam and requires little to no set up, no partners, and no real props. See how Derren Brown does it.
Get the Most Out of Safeway's Just for U Deals
Safeway offers personalized grocery discounts with its Just for U program. If you're in the know, you can squeeze even more savings out of it.
Fight the Post-Holiday Blues: 20 Cheap Ways to Make January Special
If you've got the post-holiday blues, don't worry — here are 20 inexpensive ways to make January feel a little bit less blah.
Farecast your Flights for Big Savings
Does searching for the cheapest flight online sap away at your will to live? Are you as confused as I am by the numerous discrepancies found among all the "guaranteed cheapest
The 8 Best Books for Entrepreneurs
Curl up with a good book — you might get rich. These eight business tomes come with a wealth of entrepreneurial inspiration.
The 4 Jobs People Quit the Most
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Ask the Readers: When Do You Take Down Your Holiday Decorations?
Tell us when you take down holiday decorations and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
Make Old Furniture Shine With These Simple Refinishing Tricks
Find a beat-up piece of wood furniture? Don't just paint it — try your hand at stripping and staining, and let the gorgeous wood show through.
Your Stressful Job May Be… Making You Healthier?
We all know that stress does not do a body good... Or does it?
5 Reasons Why Science Says It's Okay to Be Lazy
From biology to economics, scientists are discovering that sloth may be fundamental to our makeup. Settle a little deeper into your couch and learn why.
What is "Quantitative Easing" Anyway?
Recently the news is abuzz with the term "quantitative easing." What is it anyway and how does it affect you?
Are You Getting All the Credit Card Rewards You've Earned?
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.
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."