Do-it-yourselfers who are weary of yet another trip to the home improvement store may like this DIY project. It has the possibilities of increasing home equity just as quickly as a bath remodel or new deck.
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DIY Mortgage Acceleration
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Investing 101: 5 Essential Steps
Investing can be one of the most intimidating parts of personal finance. But if you follow these five steps, you'll be on your way to smart, sound investing.
30 Ways to Use Up a Jar of Preserves
Too many jam jars jamming up the pantry? Don't toss 'em — you'd be surprised how many delicious dishes they can jazz up!
3 Tactful Ways to Ask for Money for Your Wedding
Asking your wedding guests for cash to pay for the wedding (or anything else) is awkward. See if one of these angles makes it easier.
Book Review: Excuse Me, Your Job is Waiting!
A few weeks ago, I won a copy of Excuse Me, Your Job Is Waiting: Attract the Work You Want from Consumerism Commentary (thanks, Flexo!). [more]
Chore Time: Allowances for Adults
Kids receive allowances for doing their chores. A similar system can be a great way to help adults budget for discretionary spending.
7 Ways to Save Big on National Thrift Shop Day
August 17 is National Thrift Shop Day which means your fab second-hand finds will be cheaper than ever. Ready, set, thrift!
6 Uses for Those Old Whitewalls
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Create Your First Shared Budget Without Blowing Up Your Relationship
Sharing your life with someone can be one of the most exciting and fulfilling things you ever do. Sharing your budget? Well...here are some suggestions.
These 6 Costco Items Will Easily Cover Your Membership
Is the annual Costco fee worth the money? Yes, and then some — especially if you buy these common items.
How New Homeowners Can Furnish Their Place on a Budget
You're finally a homeowner! Now you feel the need to fill up all that space. Luckily, there are plenty of ways to kick up your feet for cheap.
Which store-bought stain remover works best?
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15 Ways to Have a Frugal Friday
Don't use the end of the workweek as an excuse to spend. Instead, celebrate Friday the frugal way with these 15 cost-cutting suggestions.
Laughing at Ourselves elevated by Doug Marlette
When I first heard of Doug Marlette, he was an editorial cartoonist with The Charlotte Observer. He accepted an invitation to speak to high school students and personally
The Parable of The Flat-Screen TV
A carefully considered purchase is a wise purchase. On the other end of the spectrum? Meet Dan and his not-so-new flat-screen TV.
6 Unexpected Uses for Avocados
Ah, the magical, multi-purpose avocado. They're good for so much more than guacamole!
Once Again Safe as Houses?
You never need to rush to buy after a housing crash — house prices will stay down for years. But is now the right time to buy?
7 Places to Get Vaccinated for Cheap or Free
Flu season is right around the corner. Be proactive about your health care with affordable vaccines for the flu and other preventable diseases.
Best Money Tips: 25 Ways to Get Free Stuff
Today we found some fantastic articles on 25 ways to get free stuff, ways the drought will affect you, and car-repair mistakes.