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How to Avoid 7 Common Spring Spending Traps

It can be tempting to dig into savings and start spending money when springtime arrives. Instead, commit to sailing into summer with a healthy balance sheet.

Simple Living Through Capital

There are a lot of ways to live simply. My personal favorite is living simply through capital — and it's easier to do than you might expect.

How To Turn A Video Game System Into A Gym Membership

Never thought you could actually get in shape with that PS2 or Xbox, huh? Believe it or not, I justified buying a PS2 because it's cheaper than hiring a personal trainer and ge

Take One More Thing Seriously

When time and money are tight, it's natural to try to narrow down what you're trying to get done. But the opposite might be what you really need.

4 Money Challenges That Will Strengthen Every Relationship

A successful marriage needs healthy money management. These fun couples' challenges can get you there.

Best Money Tips: 70 Useful Things You Can Get For Free

Today we found articles on valuable things you can get for free, financial accounts you need for a richer life, and how to do expensive hobbies on a budget.

It Pays to Call and Ask

Sometimes you have to ask 20 different people 20 different ways. It's usually worth it.

Here's Why a 30-Year Mortgage Is a Smart Financial Choice

A 15-year mortgage is a lot cheaper than a 30-year mortgage. You should probably choose the 30-year loan anyway.

Put Together an Advance Directive in an Afternoon

With all the talk about having a will when you die, very few people consider having one for while you’re alive. Living wills, often referred

How to Pay Down $100 Worth of Debt This Week

With some creativity and effort, you can boost your bottom line quickly to pay down a small debt or save something extra.

The 5 Cities the Most Billionaires Call Home

There's nothing frugal about these lavish locations. The world's wealthiest love to call these five mega-rich cities home.

How Do You Spend Money When Traveling?

The urge to save money is a defining characteristic of the budget traveler. But is there ever a time when it is actually a good idea to spend money? If it will healthfully support

Find work worth doing

I worked at a non-profit--a local nature center--over the summer of 1979.  After we wrapped up our main task, those of us who wanted to were allowed stay on for the few weeks befor

Sticky prices

I'm old enough to remember when a piece of bubble gum was a penny. In fact, it was a penny for most of my youth--and had been a penny for a couple decades before I was born. As i

How to Stop the Takeout Meal Cycle and Save

Takeout is tempting, but it's wreaking havoc on your savings. Stop the cycle with some savvy shopping and a little planning.

Ask the Readers: What Are Your Goals for 2015?

Tell us about your goals for 2015 and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!

Best Money Tips: Life Lessons From the Very Wealthy

Today we found helpful articles on life lessons from the very wealthy, the ultimate guide to better posture, and the best places to sell your crafts.

Best Money Tips: 11 Ways to Save at Restaurants

Today we found helpful articles on ways to spend less money at restaurants, how to overcome laziness, and budget-friendly ways to fill an Easter basket.

Ask the Readers: Do You Plan Your Meals?

Tell us if you plan your meals and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!

The 8 Best Cooking Apps to Make Mealtimes Manageable

Your smartphone may not slice and dice, but with these apps it can bring you recipes, meal plans, ingredient substitutions, and plenty more.