Today we found articles on ways to have a green holiday season, opportunities to save money in 2017, and simple but smart ways to improve your home security.
Every so often, I get hit in the face with two facts. First, Americans (even poor Americans) are unbelievably rich. Second, Americans (as a group) utterly lack a cultural traditi
"Free shipping" is often advertised as attractive bait for you to take action and buy something! That is, until you find out it's not free after all. Here are tips & tricks to help
The savings rate in the United States has increased significantly over the last few months, clearly as a response to our current economic climate. But how does our historical savin
The grocery store has become a one-stop shop for a variety of items. But doing all of your shopping at the Piggly Wiggly might be costing you serious cash.
From survival first aid to home decor, a colorful, inexpensive bandana is as versatile as it is cheap. Learn more about what a square of cotton cloth can do.
If you want to jump-start your financial goals, a spending freeze might be just what you need. Here's how to make it happen — and even have fun while doing it.
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5 Surprising Ways Your Dog Can Save You Money
You can't put a price on the love and loyalty of a good dog… well, actually you can. Learn how having a dog can save you some real money.
Best Money Tips: Easy Steps for a Greener Holiday Season
Today we found articles on ways to have a green holiday season, opportunities to save money in 2017, and simple but smart ways to improve your home security.
12 Better Ways to Spend $1,000 Than on the New iPhone
Ohh, look! A shiny new iPhone! Do your wallet a favor and keep on walking.
Is Green Tea All It's Cracked Up to Be? It's close.
I've been enjoying the snarky articles at Slate.com recently focusing on the commoditization of Eastern traditions, such as yoga. [more]
How to Respond to House-Shaming
Everyone you know says you should buy instead of rent. Here's how to tell those house-shamers to pound sand.
How to Agree on the Perfect Home With Your Spouse
If your dream home is your spouse's worst nightmare, you'll need to find some middle ground before you're move-in ready.
Healthy, frugal eating
Every so often, I get hit in the face with two facts. First, Americans (even poor Americans) are unbelievably rich. Second, Americans (as a group) utterly lack a cultural traditi
Is it worth paying more for faster shipping?
"Free shipping" is often advertised as attractive bait for you to take action and buy something! That is, until you find out it's not free after all. Here are tips & tricks to help
Comparing Savings Rates: U.S. vs Japan
The savings rate in the United States has increased significantly over the last few months, clearly as a response to our current economic climate. But how does our historical savin
9 Surprising Perks (and Some Drawbacks) of Paperless Billing
Whether it comes by snail mail or email, a bill is a bill. How do you prefer to pay up?
15 Ways to Reuse Detergent Bottles
Instead of trashing them when the detergent runs dry, discover the multitude of uses for these very versatile bottles.
What to Do If Your Balance Transfer Limit Is Too Low
A 0% balance transfer offer can be a great way to tackle high-interest credit card debt. But what if the offer doesn't cover all your debt?
8 Fun Ways to Make Money
None of these will allow you to quit your day job , but they just might let you get enough cash to fund something special.
25 Things to Do With Reusable Water Bottles
As reusable water bottles become more common, you may think you have too many. But these containers are useful for much more than just holding water.
6 Personal Finance Rules to Live By in Your 40s
Make your 40s all about securing financial stability. These personal finance rules can help you get there.
12 Cool Ways to Make Treasure Out of Trash
One man's trash... you know the saying. Make your own treasures with the things you'd typically kick to the curb.
25 Things You Shouldn't Buy at the Grocery Store
The grocery store has become a one-stop shop for a variety of items. But doing all of your shopping at the Piggly Wiggly might be costing you serious cash.
20 Great Uses for a Bandana
From survival first aid to home decor, a colorful, inexpensive bandana is as versatile as it is cheap. Learn more about what a square of cotton cloth can do.
How to Do a One-Month Spending Freeze
If you want to jump-start your financial goals, a spending freeze might be just what you need. Here's how to make it happen — and even have fun while doing it.
Delicious Ways to Prepare Affordable White Fish
Fish has plenty of protein and fewer calories than other meats — plus it's easy on the budget. Discover delicious ways to prepare frugal white fish.