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Interview with AFFIL executive director Jim Campen
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Best Money Tips: How to Save Money in January
Today we found ways to save money in January, how to avoid habits that make you stressed, and what to do before renting a car.
Best Money Tips: Signs You May Be a Shopaholic
Today we found some great articles on signs you may be a shopaholic, making your life easier by snapping a photo, and planning for worst-case scenarios.
Best Money Tips: Alternative Uses for Household Items
Today we found some great articles on alternative uses for household items, things to consider when choosing health insurance, and principles to increasing your net worth.
Why You Should Donate a Blood Sucking Timeshare
My parents always told me that buying a timeshare is a bad idea because of the inflated upfront cost and perpetual maintenance and exchange fees the timeshare companies pile on.
Best Money Tips: Cheapest Cities for Retirees
Today we found articles on the cheapest cities for retirees, the best time to visit top vacation destinations for big savings, and affordable but romantic Valentine’s Day ideas.
Drugstore Freebies: More Than Junk Food and Harsh Chemicals
Some haters think that playing the drugstore instant rebates is actually a waste of time and money. I counter that you can't waste money if you don't spend any money, and as for ti
Free and cheap things to do in Champaign-Urbana
Here's a sampling of free and cheap things to do where I live--Champaign-Urbana, Illinois--offered up for my neighbors (who may not know all these places), for visitors (who may no
Best Money Tips: How to Get Stuff for Free at CVS
Today we found savvy ways to get free stuff at CVS, free budget spreadsheets to organize your household finances, and DIY projects that you can tackle with YouTube.
Cheap Decorating: Three Simple Hacks for Style on a Dime
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Best Money Tips: C'mon In, The Water's Fine
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4 Signs Your Kids Might Be In Danger Online
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Best Money Tips: Ways to Save on the Latest Smartphones
Today we found some fantastic articles on ways to save on the latest smartphone, ways to save at school, and cool car hacks you should try.
Best Money Tips: Summer Jobs for the Early-Bird College Student
Today, we share the best summer jobs for college students (it's never too early to start looking!), decorating ideas straight from the grocery store, and more!
Best Money Tips: Use the Web to Save $8,000 a Year
Today we found some wonderful articles on how to use the web to save $8,000 a year, money mistakes you may not know you are making, and using snow to water your indoor plants.
4 Tips to Get the Most From Your Tax Planning
Most entrepreneurs and business owners do not engage in tax planning in a meaningful and high-impact way. Here are 4 tips to help.
10 Affordable Kids' Gifts That Won't Rot Their Brains
Give a kid an "educational" toy and it'll soon migrate to the bottom of the toy box. Try these toys and games that are fun first and smart second.
5 Things Successful Savers Do
People who save a lot of money share a lot of the same habits. Start saving more by doing as they do.
8 Ways Having Kids Makes You More Frugal
For some of us frugality is a choice. For the rest, it's a choice we're given — usually when we're blessed with a couple more mouths to feed.
3 Things You Can Do to Help Your Banker Say Yes
Punch up your lending story and realize a happy ending to your borrowing saga.