Are you annoyed by your bank's tendency to add more fees and offer lower savings interest rates? Consider a credit union as an alternative; here are the benefits and drawbacks.
Rising prices, as well as the current unemployment rate, and devaluation of the dollar, all seem to support the wisdom of previous generations’ more frugal ways.
Today we found some great articles on tips for a better work-life balance, ways to live for free, and what to do when you’re feeling overworked and overwhelmed.
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This One Mistake Could Delay Your Retirement by 10 Years
Buying a home is a big decision and if you don't do it right, you could be paying for years and years. Use cash flow to help make the right choice.
7 Traps to Avoid With Your 401(k)
Your 401(k) is a powerful retirement savings tool, but that doesn't mean it's perfect.
5 Reasons Stealth Wealth Is the Best Wealth
Stealthy money is healthy money.
Turn Your Backyard Into a Wildlife Refuge for Under $40
It won't cost you much to make a backyard sanctuary for local wildlife.
Tech-Savvy People Have These 10 Things in Their Homes — Do You?
If you're reading this you're already kind of tech-savvy. But if you've got most of this stuff, then you are really, actually tech savvy.
The Benefits and Drawbacks of Credit Unions
Are you annoyed by your bank's tendency to add more fees and offer lower savings interest rates? Consider a credit union as an alternative; here are the benefits and drawbacks.
How to Prevent Plant Theft
Mean-spirited but common, plant thieves will cut your blooms, remove front-stoop pots, or even dig trees up from your yard. Learn how to foil them.
To Shred or Not to Shred: How Long to Keep Your Tax Records
When it comes to your tax records, it can pay to be a hoarder. But how long is too long to hold on to "important" papers?
The 5 Best Massage Tools
Loosening up tight muscles isn't easy, but it can be. Use any of these massage tools and your whole body will feel better.
10 Things I Just Won’t Do to Save Money
Turn down money-saving opportunities? Yup! One very frugal writer shares the questionable and straight-up dumb ways he won't save money.
50+ Ways to Save Water
Even if you live in a rainy climate, you can do the planet and your pocketbook a favor by conserving water. Here's how.
7 Investments That Usually Soar During the Summer
The stock market doesn't always lag in the summertime and these seven sectors remind that it's not always wise to "go away in May."
Can You Really Make a Living as an Ebook Writer?
Ever wonder if you could make a living as an ebook author? Us too! Find out what we learned about it.
How to Be Happy and Married: 24 Tips from a 24-Year-Old Marriage
My husband and I celebrated our 24th anniversary last week. Here are a few things I've learned about having a happy, long-lasting marriage.
20 Signs That You Were Raised By TRUE Money-Savers
Rising prices, as well as the current unemployment rate, and devaluation of the dollar, all seem to support the wisdom of previous generations’ more frugal ways.
16 Ways to Use Up Leftover Champagne
Don't pour last night's leftover champagne down the drain! Save it to use as a key ingredient in cocktails, desserts, soups, hair care, and more.
8 Signs You're Paying Too Much for Your Mortgage
If home sweet home is sapping your savings, you're likely paying too much for your mortgage.
6 Ways to Ask Your Boss for Better Work-Life Balance
Unless you're self-employed, the only way to improve your work-life balance is to ask. Get your boss to say yes with this clear plan.
Best Money Tips: Tips for a Better Work-Life Balance
Today we found some great articles on tips for a better work-life balance, ways to live for free, and what to do when you’re feeling overworked and overwhelmed.
6 Times You Should Never Take a Loan
You need money fast. Or do you? A loan should never be taken lightly and if you're buying something frivolous, or your credit is poor, reconsider.