I am going to come out and say it: there are no secrets to finding a bargain ticket every time you fly. However, by understanding how the system works, you can develop a deal findi
Are you paying through your nose to heat your home this winter? Is your heater broken? Read on for some practical tips to reduce your energy bill and stay warm at the same time.
Have you ever paid more than you normally would for something when you are trying to cheer yourself up? A recent study showed that a group of people who were sad offered almost fo
Home ownership isn’t for everyone. And even if it’s right for you, it might not be right for you right now. Read this to help figure out if you're ready.
When investing in things that pay an interest rate--things like CDs and bonds--it's tempting to try to get the maximum interest rate, and then to try to lock up that rate for a
During my last trip to the grocery market, there was a sign in the egg case announcing that, yes, the price of eggs are rising. I’m guessing that there have been a few complaints.
When I advocate for frugal living, people sometimes ask, "What if everybody lived like that? Wouldn't it hurt the economy?" My natural inclination toward frugal liv
The human brain has a powerful capability to spot patterns. It's so good at spotting patterns, it can spot patterns that aren't even there. It's this fact that makes randomness--
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3 Step Strategy To Airfare Deals
I am going to come out and say it: there are no secrets to finding a bargain ticket every time you fly. However, by understanding how the system works, you can develop a deal findi
11 Finance Tips You Wish You Could Tell Your Younger Self
The carefree spend-happy days of your youth seem cringe-worthy now. If only you could go back and give yourself this advice...
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Are you paying through your nose to heat your home this winter? Is your heater broken? Read on for some practical tips to reduce your energy bill and stay warm at the same time.
Best Money Tips: Last-Minute Shopping Tips
Today we found articles on last-minute shopping tips, ways to beat self-doubt, and year-end tax planning tips.
Frugal Tip: Do Not Spend When You Are Sad
Have you ever paid more than you normally would for something when you are trying to cheer yourself up? A recent study showed that a group of people who were sad offered almost fo
Student Loans: The Third Way to Ruin Your Finances
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Best Money Tips: Save Time and Money on Food Prep
Today we found ways to save time and money during food prep, how to grow your savings in 2016, and steps to eliminate self-doubt.
You Shouldn’t Buy a Home If…
Home ownership isn’t for everyone. And even if it’s right for you, it might not be right for you right now. Read this to help figure out if you're ready.
How to Save on Babysitting Without Ending Up on the Local News
When babysitting rates hit $14 per hour — per kid! — it's time to think about cheaper (but safe) ways for parents to get stuff done and have fun.
Seven Ways to be the Life of Every Party
Have you ever been to a party where there’s this one person who seems to make it around the room? They flit from group to group, leaving everybod
Who Should Pay for the First Date?
If you're dating, the rules of who pays the first time you meet can get murky. One writer clarifies the situation (hint: always bring your wallet).
Laddering for higher, more stable returns
When investing in things that pay an interest rate--things like CDs and bonds--it's tempting to try to get the maximum interest rate, and then to try to lock up that rate for a
The 5 Best Lip Glosses
Keeping your lips glossy and gorgeous isn't easy, but it can be. Just use any of these lip glosses and your pout will always look perfecto.
Pricing Eggs, and New Egg Products
During my last trip to the grocery market, there was a sign in the egg case announcing that, yes, the price of eggs are rising. I’m guessing that there have been a few complaints.
Best Money Tips: Earn More From Your Garage Sale
Today we found some stellar articles on earning more from your garage sale, saving on wedding reception food, and investing lessons from Monopoly.
Best Money Tips: How to Save Money in February
Today we found ways to save money in February, brilliant uses for Dawn dish soap, and how to trick yourself into saving money.
Ask the Readers: Do You Read Product Reviews Before Buying?
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Does living frugally hurt the economy?
When I advocate for frugal living, people sometimes ask, "What if everybody lived like that? Wouldn't it hurt the economy?" My natural inclination toward frugal liv
Ask the Readers: How Often Do You Dine Out?
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Book review: The Drunkard's Walk
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