Elizabeth Lang

Staff Writer

Elizabeth is a freelance writer and law student. Her passions include travel, justice, ice cream, and personal finance. She co-founded Go Green Travel Green.

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Latest articles by Elizabeth Lang

Cancel Student Loans to Save — and Receive an Interest-Free 120-Day Loan

What's an easy way to have less debt? Return money you don't need. In federal loan lingo, it's called "canceling" your loan, and it can save you a lot.

by: Elizabeth Lang | channel: Debt Management, Education & Training

13 Things to Teach Your Kids About Credit Cards

Credit cards can be dangerous tool in the wrong hands. Educate your kids before they ruin their credit.

by: Elizabeth Lang | channel: Consumer Affairs

35 Resources for Female Entrepreneurs

Starting a business can be daunting, but from nitty-gritty legal advice to inspiration from successful business owners, these resources can help.

by: Elizabeth Lang | channel: Career Building, Entrepreneurship

Chase Freedom: 5% Cash Back Categories Calendar 2012 (Updated)

Coordinate your Chase Freedom spending with the 5% cash back category calendar to get the most of your card

by: Elizabeth Lang | channel: Credit Cards

Absolut Repurposing: 17 Uses for Vodka

Whether you're in a cleaning pinch or just have extra vodka around, discover how you can use it to remove stains, as part of your beauty routine, and more.

by: Elizabeth Lang | channel: Health and Beauty, Home

Chase Freedom Visa Review: $200 Cash Back Bonus

The 5% cash back and other generous bonuses are the main reasons why I've used this card for 6 years.

by: Elizabeth Lang | channel: Credit Cards

22 Reasons to Stop Drinking Soda

Most of us know that soda isn't good for us, but that doesn't mean we stop drinking it. Here are 22 financial, health, and other reasons to kick the habit.

by: Elizabeth Lang | channel: Food and Drink, Health and Beauty

How to Book an Amazing Cheap Vacation Package

Vacation packages can be one of the best ways to get away on the cheap — if you know the right tricks. Discover how to book a trip you'll love for less.

by: Elizabeth Lang | channel: Travel

The Best 5 Credit Cards for Groceries

Food is a huge part of most families' budgets. Maximize your supermarket spending by using one of these great grocery cash-back cards.

by: Elizabeth Lang | channel: Credit Cards, Food and Drink, Shopping

My Pumpkin Lady’s Secret to Business Success

I've never bought a pie pumpkin before, but I walked away with two this weekend. Learn how the pumpkin lady's method can help your business.

by: Elizabeth Lang | channel: Entrepreneurship

When DIY Car Repair Costs More

If the only reason you are doing certain car repairs yourself is to save money, you may be spending more money than you have to.

by: Elizabeth Lang | channel: Cars and Transportation, DIY

Homemade Lotion Recipes

For luscious, organic lotion, making your own is the way to go. Follow these recipes to have some seriously happy, healthy, and moisturized skin.

by: Elizabeth Lang | channel: DIY, Health and Beauty

3 Ways to Prevent Brown Lawn Spots From Dog Urine

Man's best friend can be your lawn's worst enemy. Use these techniques to ensure your pups don't leave marks when marking their territory.

by: Elizabeth Lang | channel: Home

21 Personal Finance Lessons From Harry Potter

Muggles, magic...and money? Discover what Harry Potter's adventures can teach us about personal finance.

by: Elizabeth Lang | channel: Entertainment

4 Cheap and Easy Homemade Mosquito Repellents

When summer hits, the mosquitoes start swarming. Here are several easy, cheap, and chemical-free recipes for making homemade mosquito repellent.

by: Elizabeth Lang | channel: Green Living, Health and Beauty, Home

The Best and Worst Nuts, by Nutrition and Price

Nuts are healthy, make easy snacks, and pack a lot of protein. But not all nuts are created equal. Discover the best nuts in terms of cost and health benefits.

by: Elizabeth Lang | channel: Food and Drink

Common Household Poisons and How to React

Prevent household poisoning by knowing what's in and around your home and what do to if something happens.

by: Elizabeth Lang | channel: Health and Beauty, Home

Negotiate All Your Travel: The Ultimate Guide

Here are some of the best travel negotiation tips from around the web – categorized by hotel, car rental, airfare, and those tips that apply all three.

by: Elizabeth Lang | channel: Travel