Free refills? Not exactly. But whether you're at home, the coffeeshop, or the office, these 10 refillable, reusable things will help you save lots of money.
Braces can be a necessary medical treatment — and they can also be exceedingly expensive. Here are five ways to blunt the sharp cost of straight teeth.
The Rolling Jubilee is a great PR move — buying, then forgiving debt from real people. But in terms of change, one writer says it might hurt more than help.
Sometimes the shortest and best path to making a decision or solving a problem is to ask for insights from a wise person. Here are ways to make sure you are getting good advice.
Recently, a reader asked how to give stock to kids in her life in an effort to inspire a life-long interest in investing. Here are ideas on ways to get the younger generation start
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The 5 Best Hair Straighteners
A good quality hair straightener like these five best choices will leave your hair silky, smooth, straight or wavy without causing a lot of damage.
10 Refillable Things That Will Save You Cash
Free refills? Not exactly. But whether you're at home, the coffeeshop, or the office, these 10 refillable, reusable things will help you save lots of money.
5 Money Moves to Make Even If You Don't Plan to Buy a House
Getting a mortgage isn't the only reason to keep your finances in tiptop shape. You should make these money moves even if you plan to rent forever.
5 Ways to Save Money on Braces
Braces can be a necessary medical treatment — and they can also be exceedingly expensive. Here are five ways to blunt the sharp cost of straight teeth.
Downside of the Rolling Jubilee
The Rolling Jubilee is a great PR move — buying, then forgiving debt from real people. But in terms of change, one writer says it might hurt more than help.
Save Money and Water With These 6 Clever Landscaping Hacks
If you've been eyeing your neighbor's perfectly landscaped lawn, try some of these strategies to create a low-cost outdoor oasis.
Ask the Readers: What Is on Your Summer Bucket List?
Tell us about your summer bucket list and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
15 Halloween Costumes for People Who Hate Dressing Up
If you think dressing up is a drag but still need a get up for a costume party, consider one of these low-effort, high-reward "costumes."
How to Get Good Advice
Sometimes the shortest and best path to making a decision or solving a problem is to ask for insights from a wise person. Here are ways to make sure you are getting good advice.
A Cheapskate’s Guide to Eating Out
Are there ways to chop the bill and eat out for less? You bet.
Getting Kids Started with the Stock Market
Recently, a reader asked how to give stock to kids in her life in an effort to inspire a life-long interest in investing. Here are ideas on ways to get the younger generation start
11 Small Ways to Save Big on Ink
Printers are cheap but printer ink is pricey. One-time and day-to-day adjustments can help prevent waste and save money.
6 Money Problems Our Grandparents Never Had
Our grandparents and great-grandparents weren't immune to money troubles, but these financial woes are a little more modern-age.
11 Ways to Get the Most Value From Your All-Inclusive Vacation
You've paid for your trip, and now everything feels free. Make sure you take full advantage of that while you can.
How the Self Employed Can Cut Health Care Costs
Health care is a wild-card for many freelancers and entrepreneurs. Take these steps for more control over your costs and options.
5 Foods That Are Only Labeled Organic — But Really Aren't
Organic food comes at a premium, but you can't always trust the label. The organic stamp on these foods may be harmful to your wallet.
Quality Over Price: 15 Items to Spend More On
Want to make sure you're getting the best value for your dollars? When it comes to these 15 items, it makes sense to spend more.
6 Ways to Apartment Hunt on Craigslist Without Getting Scammed
Craigslist is a leading apartment rental marketplace, with plenty of listings — and scammers. Protect yourself by recognizing the warning signs.
Switching Addictions
Sometimes trading one addiction for another can save both your money and your health.
7 Warning Signs You're In Debt Denial
Denial can really throw your life off the rails. Denying your debt can be flat-out financially disastrous.