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FREE movie tickets to Peaceful Warrior

Cinematical has just reported that Peaceful Warrior, a film by Victor Salva and starring Nick Nolte, is going to be involved in an almost $15 million ticket giveaway. [more]

Covert transaction legal, life-saving: getting free drinks at the amusement park

In the interest of frugality and safety , I will pass along a tip that I received from a waitress when my family and I were visiting Williamsburg. She advised us that free water in

Best Money Tips: Pay Off Student Loans Now

Today we found some fantastic articles on paying off student loans, personalizing your office space, and questions to ask before you quit your job.

Money After Graduation: Highlights from Our Chat with UNT's Student Money Management Center

Don't miss the highlights from our chat with UNT's Student Money Management Center on money after graduation.

Stock Investing Online: ShareBuilder vs. Discount Brokerage

Are you eager to get started in stock-market investing but want to take it slow and easy at first? [more]

Best Money Tips: The Olympics Edition

Today we are highlighting some of the personal finance articles that reference the Olympics!

6 Beauty Blunders Everyone Makes

Say goodbye to crooked eyebrows and dirty brushes. Put your best face forward — by avoiding these too-easy-to-make beauty blunders.

Everything You Need to Know About Unclaimed Property

Unclaimed Property consists of cash and other personal assets that are considered lost or abandoned after an owner cannot be located within a specified perio

Skip the Trade-In: Why You Should Sell Your Car Privately

If you're in the market for new wheels, find out why it might be smarter to skip the trade-in and sell your old car yourself.

Review of The Money Mammals DVD for Children

Snigglezoo Entertainment recently sent me a review copy of their Money Mammals DVD to try out. The results were both surprising and delightful.

Best Money Tips: Best Life Hacks of 2012

Today we found some stellar article on the best life hacks of 2012, how to save on your electric bill, and ways to make extra money.

25 Major Retailers That Give Employees Time Off for Thanksgiving

For some stores, Black Friday starts on Thanksgiving. These major retailers are fighting back — and keeping employees home for the holiday.

Double hack – make a cheap metal detector, find a fortune.

It’s not often you get a double-whammy money-saving tip but this one falls into that category. Not only can you save cash by making your own cheap metal detector, you can find a fo

Can you guess what’s in the box?

Here’s a little help. It takes two people to lift and carry the box. It measures 47.2 inches in length, 35.4 inches in height and 31.5 inches in width. It's from Europe. Oh, an

7 Great Jobs that Offer College Loan Forgiveness

Paying for a college education can last up to 20 years post-graduation. These seven careers are not only growing in opportunity, but they can som

8 Smart and Fun Things You Could Do if You Paid Less Rent

You could be having a whole lot of fun if you paid less rent. Maybe it's time to move?

Ask the Readers: How Do You Use Less Water?

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Cash In With Free Gifts From Your Baby Registry

Having a baby? Gift registries can be an easy way to ask for exactly what you need (and quite possibly get it.) If you’re OK with soliciting your friends and family for specific

6 Ways that Dieting and Budgeting are Exactly the Same

The New Year usually brings about two very common goals for most people: Getting in shape and getting their finances under control. Dieting is the number one method of achieving t