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All the cool kids have credit cards. What if you don't? What if you are so young, so poor, so uncool that you can't get one? Do you have to stoop to paying for your food
Is it possible to save the planet while saving money? Reformed consumer Max Wong shares some of her thoughts on the difference between frugality and mindfulness.
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10 Depressing Jobs That Aren't Worth the Money
There are a lot of ways to earn your keep, but not all of them are good for mind, body, and soul. Do you work one of these depressing gigs?
Best Money Tips: Define Your Fashion Style Without Breaking the Bank
Today we found some stellar articles on defining your fashion style and saving money, tips for effectively using layaway, and cutting winter costs and saving for the holidays!
Start Saving More With This One, Simple Tool
If you're struggling to get by paycheck to paycheck, a spending book will help track where your money is going — and where you can start saving.
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All the cool kids have credit cards. What if you don't? What if you are so young, so poor, so uncool that you can't get one? Do you have to stoop to paying for your food
4 Common Household Leaks You Can Fix Without a Plumber
If your water bill is rising, and you can't afford a plumber, roll up your sleeves and find and fix those costly leaks yourself. You can do this!
Where to Find Missing Socks
If you have a drawer full of socks missing their mates, don't despair. Here's where to find them.
5 Financial Accomplishments Millennials Can Be Proud Of
Millennials get a bad rap. Financially speaking, however, they've done some great things.
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
The Compact: Mindfulness and Frugality Through Buying Used
Is it possible to save the planet while saving money? Reformed consumer Max Wong shares some of her thoughts on the difference between frugality and mindfulness.
Why Cruises Are the Best Option for a Cheap Family Vacation
Looking to book a family getaway that won't break the budget? Search no more and head to the high seas!
Becoming Financially Secure: What to Do First
Standard financial advice is full of things to do first — emergency fund, 401(k), paying off debts...but what REALLY comes first?
The 5 Best Eye Shadow Palettes
Here are some excellent eye shadow palettes that offer a wide range of shades and won't break your budget.
Ask the Readers: What Are You Most Looking Forward to in 2012?
Tell us about what you are most looking forward to in 2012 and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
9 Things That Cost More in 2016
If you're looking to be frugal in 2016, these price hikes certainly won't be helping your cause.
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Since 1998, the US Treasury has had a pretty good deal for small savers who were worried about inflation--the Series I Savings Bond. The interest it paid was based on inflation pl
Ask the Readers: How Do You Save on Valentine's Day?
Tell us how you save on Valentine's Day and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
4 Sensible Ways to Raise Cash for a Wedding
Weddings are expensive; there's no getting around it. But you can raise enough cash to make your dream wedding a reality without going deep into debt.
10 Self-Improvement Apps to Make You Smarter, Stronger, and Happier
Want to develop healthier habits? Become the Six Million Dollar You with the help of these 10 cheap (or free!) self-improvement apps.
Get Up and Get Out: How to Find Cheap Local Events
Whether you're in a city or a small town, chances are that fun and cheap local events are happening all around. Here's how to find them.
Ask the Readers: What Was Your Childhood Dream Job?
Tell us about your childhood dream job and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!