Coffee wakes you up. But did you know it can also increase your happiness, save you money, and more? Discover why drinking coffee is such a good thing.
I think most of us have been asked to lend money to someone we know. No matter how close you are with the potential borrower, there are certain situations when you just have to sa
Dealing with financial products can be very confusing and stressful, but there are some products that you should absolutely stay away from for the sake of your financial health. [more]
We all know it saves time and money to plan a weekly dinner menu. You're also more likely to eat a healthy diet and less likely to cop out and pick up a Big Mac, because you know y
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5 Reasons to Drink Coffee
Coffee wakes you up. But did you know it can also increase your happiness, save you money, and more? Discover why drinking coffee is such a good thing.
When Should You Say No to Those Who Want to Borrow Money from You?
I think most of us have been asked to lend money to someone we know. No matter how close you are with the potential borrower, there are certain situations when you just have to sa
4 Ways a Home Energy Audit Will Save You Money
Those drafty windows and ancient appliances are costing you, big time. This is one audit you'll be happy to endure.
6 Things You Should Always Buy at Department Stores
When you're trying to save big, you may try to avoid department stores — but for these six things, it's often worth the trip.
4 Things Millennials Should Do Today to Prepare for Retirement
Planning for retirement is daunting — even for twenty-somethings. Take a few simple steps and be on your way to building a healthy retirement fund.
10 Allergy-Free Snacks That Are Safe for Almost Everybody
Schools are wisening up to common food allergens, but these safe snacks are easy to share with kids and adults alike.
10 Delicious and Frugal Power Bowls You Want Right Now
If you weren't already hungry, these delicious and trendy power bowls will make your stomach all kinds of growly.
6 Passé Slang Terms You Need to Stop Using Today
Stop trying to make "fetch" happen — or any of these other horribly flat and stale slang terms. Is your diction dating you?
9 Simple Acts of Self-Care for the Sandwich Generation
When caring for your parents and your children at the same time, stress is bound to find you. Remember to take care of yourself, too.
14 Best Side Jobs For Fast Cash
You need cash, and you need it fast. Stop hitting up your friends for spare change, and start one of these lucrative side gigs!
47 Cheap, Fun Things to Do This Weekend
When lazy-day boredom sets in, it's time to get creative. Here are 47 ideas to get you started on a fun and frugal weekend.
8 Reasons Frugal Families Love Boardgame Night
Running out of good family entertainment? It might time to add a weekly game night.
How to Get Your Kid Started With Investing
You don't have to wait until your kid grows up to show them how to invest. The earlier they start, the more they'll have later on!
9 Easy Home Improvements That Add Thousands to Your Listing
Grab your paintbrush! A few simple (and frugal!) improvements can add much-needed curb appeal — and dollars — to your home's selling price.
Six Horrible Financial Products You Should Avoid
Dealing with financial products can be very confusing and stressful, but there are some products that you should absolutely stay away from for the sake of your financial health. [more]
15 Delicious and Easy Ways to Enjoy Canned Peaches
Skip the transition from winter to spring by fast-forwarding to warm summer days via a can of sweet and delicious peaches.
Menu Planning Backwards and Forwards
We all know it saves time and money to plan a weekly dinner menu. You're also more likely to eat a healthy diet and less likely to cop out and pick up a Big Mac, because you know y
5 Things to Do Before Your First Day at a New Job
You got the job, so why're you so nervous? Quell those first-day-of-work jitters by looking sharp and being prepared for what comes next.
Opting out of the money economy
It's a quirk of mine that I've always found the idea of opting out of the money economy to be interesting.
9 More Supposedly Healthy Things That Are Actually Hurting You
It seems like health "dos" and "don'ts" change daily. How many of these former "dos" are you still doing?