I just finished reading "The Art of Manliness: Classic Skills and Manners for the Modern Man" by Brett and Kate McKay. As the married mom of 2 sons nearing manhood and the daughter
Young professionals (20s and 30s) who make a decision to start saving for retirement can do so in many different types of savings and retirement accounts.
It can be hard to find off-time entertainment when you don't work a regular 9 to 5, but this list proves that there are great frugal things to do at any time of day.
Just when I thought credit card companies couldn’t get any more wasteful, I received the mother of all credit card offers in the mail. Excited by what I thought was something wort
Airfare isn't cheap, and it's rarely free. But if you can be flexible with your travel plans and know whom to ask (and how), you really can fly for free.
Friendships are regularly damaged or lost from loans going sour. These are loans that were given and received with the best of intentions, yet few friendships can bear this pressur
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Book Review: The Art of Manliness Classic Skills and Manners for the Modern Man
I just finished reading "The Art of Manliness: Classic Skills and Manners for the Modern Man" by Brett and Kate McKay. As the married mom of 2 sons nearing manhood and the daughter
Why Roth IRAs Are Ideal for Young Professionals
Young professionals (20s and 30s) who make a decision to start saving for retirement can do so in many different types of savings and retirement accounts.
Clams, Cheese, and Bread: Why We Call Money What We Do
Ever wonder why people call a dollar a "greenback" or a "buck?" Read on to learn the roots of those nicknames and more!
Slow and Steady Wins the Debt Race
When you're in deep debt, bankruptcy can look appealing. However, the long way out of debt is usually the best way to get — and stay — out of debt.
12 Easy Ways to Win Over Your Neighbors
You don't get to pick your neighbors, so you might as well try to get along with them.
8 Fun and Cheap Things to Do During the Weekday
It can be hard to find off-time entertainment when you don't work a regular 9 to 5, but this list proves that there are great frugal things to do at any time of day.
8 Ways Clutter Keeps You Poor
Clutter looks bad, stresses you out — and it costs you money. It's time to start moving your stuff from lots to profit.
6 Things I Learned About Money From Famous People's Wills
Ancestry has made 170 million will and probate documents available online. You can learn a lot about a person by what they've left behind.
Capital One: What’s In Your Envelope?
Just when I thought credit card companies couldn’t get any more wasteful, I received the mother of all credit card offers in the mail. Excited by what I thought was something wort
10 Ways to Get Free (or Almost Free) Airline Tickets
Airfare isn't cheap, and it's rarely free. But if you can be flexible with your travel plans and know whom to ask (and how), you really can fly for free.
10 Easiest Items to "Flip" for Cash
There are tons of things in your house right now that could easily be flipped for cash. It just takes a good eye and some elbow grease!
15 Easy Fall Pizzas
Abundant autumn vegetables (and fruits) are just appearing on grocer's shelves, just in time for easy, delicious Fall pizza.
How to Prepare Your Kids to Live On Their Own
One day your kids will be living under their own roof. Will they be prepared to go it alone?
10 High-Paying Careers With Low Educational Barriers
There are many paths to success. With little schooling investment, these 10 gigs promise a healthy career — and a healthy salary.
Don't Be Fooled by an Investment's Rate of Return
You might get excited looking at that promising investment return — but it can be misleading. Here's what else you should look for.
Finding Balance: How to Practice Moderation
We all know the benefits of moderation, and yet, that knowledge seems to evaporate when a plate of nachos appears. Learn how to be more mindful.
18 Awesome, Practically Free Upcycled Craft Projects
One of the easiest ways to cut crafting costs is to source inexpensive supplies, and what could be cheaper than the recycling bin?
4 Financial Reasons to Keep Your Political Views Private
These days, sharing political views is as easy as hitting "Enter." But the aftermath can be much greater than a heated debate.
Borrowing from Friends: The Friendship Killer
Friendships are regularly damaged or lost from loans going sour. These are loans that were given and received with the best of intentions, yet few friendships can bear this pressur
101 Ways to Save Money Around the House
Saving extra dollars around the house is like finding money in the couch — and lots more fun. How much will you find?