You really can have a fun night out without digging deep into your wallet. Sample local offerings, get creative, and have a great time with these activities.
Babies are expensive and seemingly un-affordable if you don't have insurance to cover the cost of pregnancy and birth. Here are some options for the uninsured.
A lot of healthy food — organic, locally grown food — comes at specialty food prices. But with some planning and smart shopping, you can eat both well and cheap.
If you think you're immune to marketing, think again — in fact, you might be convincing yourself to buy something and not even realize that you're doing it.
Ask the Readers: What Is Your Favorite Frugality Tip?
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Ask the Readers: Do You Grow Your Own Food?
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by: Ashley Jacobs | channel: Giveaways
Ask the Readers: What Do You Buy in Bulk?
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Ask the Readers: Do You Read Personal Finance Books?
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Ask the Readers: What Summer Activities Do You Love?
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by: Ashley Jacobs | channel: Giveaways
What's Your Credit Card Spending Style?
Whether you're a credit pro or a plastic-card newbie, understanding your card use can help you have a better relationship with your money.
by: Beverly Harzog | channel: Credit Cards
53 Fun Nights Out for $10 or Less
You really can have a fun night out without digging deep into your wallet. Sample local offerings, get creative, and have a great time with these activities.
by: Julie Rains | channel: Entertainment
Pretty, Cheap: Makeup Advice for the Frugal
If you're perplexed about makeup and aren't sure what works best for you, you're not alone. Check out these tips to make buying makeup easier.
by: Jennifer Holder | channel: Health and Beauty
What It Costs to Raise a Child
You probably already know (or, if you're not a parent, you've already guessed) that it costs a lot to raise a child. But just how much is "a lot"?
by: Aaron Crowe | channel: Budgeting, Family
Paying for Pregnancy and Birth Without Health Insurance
Babies are expensive and seemingly un-affordable if you don't have insurance to cover the cost of pregnancy and birth. Here are some options for the uninsured.
by: Linsey Knerl | channel: Health and Beauty, Insurance
Build a Work Wardrobe for Any Job on a Budget
Don't be daunted by the cost of work clothes! There are lots of ways to create appropriate ensembles for any job that'll leave you plenty of paycheck.
by: Max Wong | channel: Style
Eating at the Intersection of Cheap and Healthy
A lot of healthy food — organic, locally grown food — comes at specialty food prices. But with some planning and smart shopping, you can eat both well and cheap.
by: Philip Brewer | channel: Food and Drink
11 Ways to Eat Oats When You Hate Oatmeal
Oats are jam-packed with nutritious goodies, but what to do if you hate oatmeal? Here are 11 (other) ways to enjoy this amazing grain.
by: Amy Lu | channel: Food and Drink
Why You Should Never Buy Souvenirs
Souvenirs are a nightmare for the frugal traveler. From high markups to exploitative labor, souvenirs are a lousy way to bring travel memories home.
by: Kelly Kehoe | channel: Frugal Living, Shopping, Travel
7 Investing Lessons From the Two Comma Club
If you want to be a millionaire, take some advice from people who have already achieved that goal — members of Two Comma Club.
by: Darren Wu | channel: Investment, Retirement
12 DIY Ideas for Creating Inexpensive Art
Art doesn't have to be high-brow -- or expensive -- to wow. Channel your inner creative, keep your home decor budget, and fill your rooms with art.
by: Kentin Waits | channel: DIY
Psychology and Loans: The Strange Reasons Why You Make Bad Decisions
You might think that when it comes to big financial decisions, you only make logical, rational decisions. But research suggests that you don't.
by: Emily Guy Birken | channel: Consumer Affairs
Cut Your Electric Bill With Solar Panels
Solar panels can reduce your electricity bill, increase your home's value, and reduce your carbon cost to the environment. Here's how to get started.
by: Michael Kling | channel: Green Living, Home, Real Estate and Housing
How We Brainwash Ourselves Into Brand Loyalty
If you think you're immune to marketing, think again — in fact, you might be convincing yourself to buy something and not even realize that you're doing it.
by: Emily Guy Birken | channel: Shopping
Spice Up the Conversation by Skipping "What Do You Do?"
The next time you meet someone new, don't do the usual and ask, "So, what do you do?" Instead, ask, "What excites you?"
by: Nora Dunn | channel: Life Hacks, Entertainment, Lifestyle