Imagine life without a mortgage or an overstuffed attic. Even if we don't live in one, tiny houses can teach us a lot about consumption, debt, and simplicity.
Books about managing your money succeed or fail at the point when the author chooses what to present as unbreakable rules versus what to present as hints, tips, suggestions, or
Your budget can easily go off the rails if you're spending money just to keep pace with your friends, but in some cases, it can actually help you save.
How frustrating is it to pay all of your bills each month when you finally get a minute to sit down and take care of things, only to find out later you got socked with penalties an
My dad was a child of the Great Depression, and those challenging years solidified a financial philosophy and simple lifestyle that's worth a new look today.
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10 Ways to Smooth Over a Work Disagreement
Butting heads with a co-worker can quickly become serious. Learn how to bury the hatchet like a professional.
Big Lessons From the Tiny House Movement
Imagine life without a mortgage or an overstuffed attic. Even if we don't live in one, tiny houses can teach us a lot about consumption, debt, and simplicity.
10 Questions to Ask Before Signing a Lease
Renting a home is more than just finding the right place. Make sure you know everything up front by asking these important questions first.
This One Financial Trick Lets You Buy Happiness
How you spend your money has a surprising impact on overall life satisfaction. Read this to spend happier!
Book Review: Your Money—The Missing Manual
Books about managing your money succeed or fail at the point when the author chooses what to present as unbreakable rules versus what to present as hints, tips, suggestions, or
4 New Reasons You Need an Emergency Fund
You've heard it all before: You need an emergency fund. See if these new persuaders don't convince you.
How to Divide Rewards and Keep Your Sanity in Divorce
Heading toward divorce with a huge stash of points and miles? Yep, those are negotiable, too.
6 Surprising Ways to Maximize Your Savings at Home Depot
The big box hardware and supply stores already offer big discounts over smaller stores. Learn how to save even more with some smart shopping.
How Keeping Up With the Joneses Can Actually Save You Money
Your budget can easily go off the rails if you're spending money just to keep pace with your friends, but in some cases, it can actually help you save.
How to Sell Your Home When You're Underwater on Your Mortgage
There are ways to sell your home even when you're underwater on your mortgage.
5 Online Tools to Manage Your Money in Under 10 Minutes a Week
Remove one of the obstacles to managing your money by making it quick and easy. These apps can help.
Why Can't You Ever Make On-Time Payments?
How frustrating is it to pay all of your bills each month when you finally get a minute to sit down and take care of things, only to find out later you got socked with penalties an
7 Surprising Benefits of Failure
Falling on your face hurts twice if you fail to learn why you fell.
Lessons From My Frugal Father
My dad was a child of the Great Depression, and those challenging years solidified a financial philosophy and simple lifestyle that's worth a new look today.
5 Checkout Line Tricks to Finish Shopping Faster
It's hard to get in and out of the grocery store when you're in a rush. But these tips will help you master that.
How to Never Succumb to Impulse Spending Again
Trying to build a nest egg? Resist the urge to purge your pocketbook on every shiny bauble you see and watch your savings grow.
How to Get a Groupon Refund When a Company Closes
I had a Groupon for a company that just went out of business. Yikes! Here's how I got my money back.
9 Things to Know Before Retiring Abroad
The retirement of your dreams might include becoming an expat. Before you leave the U.S., it's important to know what to expect.
Gratitude and Frugality
Feeling thankful can be one of the most powerful — and inexpensive — things in life. Discover frugal ways to express your gratitude.
Why You Should Do Things You're Bad At
Competence is comfortable — but maybe it shouldn't be. Doing things you're bad at has some serious mental, physical, and emotional benefits.