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.
Today we found articles on creating a frugal self-care routine, how to afford your dream honeymoon, and personal finance basics you should know by heart.
July 4th is such a good time. There's something for everyone--getting tanked with your friends, hanging out with your family, the smell of the barbeque, the spectacular fireworks.
The first person I met who practiced voluntary simplicity didn't call it that, and I didn't understand what she was doing until many years later. [more]
Let's face it: most of us have ideas that we think might sell. And most of us think we'd love to work for ourselves. But is that really a good idea? Here are 10 things to consid
Along about the middle of the dot-com boom--when the market had already had two years of 20% annual gains--I read an article that suggested that individual investors had no need of a cash res [more]
It's Friday, it's time for another deal. I must preface this by saying I'm not really a huge fan of the XBox 360, not because it's a bad console but I'm no fan of the reliability r
My introduction to David Bach was when I saw him speak at a financial conference a few years ago. He told an interesting story about a couple who came in for a consultation with hi
Today we found articles on money tips for new parents, three easy ways to make chicken stock, and a look at limiting beliefs that keep you from an organized life.
You drive and drink responsibly, spend your money responsibly, and act responsibly, don’t you? But do you invest responsibly? Can you invest responsibly?
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4 Ways to Get the Most Out of Gift Cards
Ah, the simple gift card — what did we do before them? Whether you're the gifter or the giftee, here's how to wring every cent out of them.
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.
The Simple Way to Decide How Much Rent You Can Really Afford
Before you set out to find your next great rental apartment or home, take a good look at your income. What can you afford?
Best Money Tips: How to Create a Frugal Self-Care Routine
Today we found articles on creating a frugal self-care routine, how to afford your dream honeymoon, and personal finance basics you should know by heart.
Some 4th of July Numbers
July 4th is such a good time. There's something for everyone--getting tanked with your friends, hanging out with your family, the smell of the barbeque, the spectacular fireworks.
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.
Voluntary simplicity versus poverty
The first person I met who practiced voluntary simplicity didn't call it that, and I didn't understand what she was doing until many years later. [more]
How to Shave $5,000 Off Your Wedding Expenses
Her comes the bride...and the bill! Learn how to have the wedding of your dreams without going into debt with these cunning cutbacks.
Art on the Web: 3 Resources for Getting Into Indie Art
It's always been easy for me to say that I support indie art, but it's been a lot harder to actually do. [more]
To Start or Not: The Entrepreneurial Debate
Let's face it: most of us have ideas that we think might sell. And most of us think we'd love to work for ourselves. But is that really a good idea? Here are 10 things to consid
The false goal of maximizing investment returns
Along about the middle of the dot-com boom--when the market had already had two years of 20% annual gains--I read an article that suggested that individual investors had no need of a cash res [more]
7 Times It's Okay to Raid Your 529 Plan
While you shouldn't tap a 529 plan willy-nilly, sometimes it's okay to dip into school savings, especially if you have better options.
Best Money Tips: Labor Day Sales
Today we found some great articles on labor day sales, giving without breaking the bank, and regaining control of your finances.
Best Money Tips: How to Cook Dinner in Your Dishwasher
Today we found some great articles on a way to cook food in your dishwasher, dorm décor ideas for students, and how to be a thrifty cat owner.
Deal: 50" HDTV, XBox 360, Halo 3, 1600 XBox Live points AND a $100 NFLshop certificate, all for under $1100.
It's Friday, it's time for another deal. I must preface this by saying I'm not really a huge fan of the XBox 360, not because it's a bad console but I'm no fan of the reliability r
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.
The Retirement Latte
My introduction to David Bach was when I saw him speak at a financial conference a few years ago. He told an interesting story about a couple who came in for a consultation with hi
5 Ways That Charitable Giving Can Improve Your Finances
Can you afford to be generous? Or can you afford NOT to be? Learn how charitable giving can actually improve your finances.
Best Money Tips: Money Tips for New Parents
Today we found articles on money tips for new parents, three easy ways to make chicken stock, and a look at limiting beliefs that keep you from an organized life.
Socially Responsible Investing Goes Green
You drive and drink responsibly, spend your money responsibly, and act responsibly, don’t you? But do you invest responsibly? Can you invest responsibly?