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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
Making Change Count
I brought a bag filled with quarters to pay for my meal at an Italian restaurant recently. I’ve been taking an informal survey of merchants to see who welcomes my coins. Having rec
Best Money Tips: Simple Ways to Make Healthier Meals
Today we found helpful articles on simple ways to make healthier meals, quick money tricks for better finances, and how to create an efficient spring cleaning schedule.
Frugality and the Myth of Self-Denial
Contrary to popular opinion, frugality isn't all about self-denial. Discover how little luxuries can help keep you frugal.
Ask the Readers: Where Would You Like to Retire?
Tell us where you would like to retire and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
My 5 Best Thrift Store Finds of All Time
If American Pickers is your inspiration, you might marvel at the high value finds this writer (and avid picker) has scored at the thrift shop.
Best Money Tips: Slash Your Water Bill
Today we found some stellar articles on ways to slash your water bill, saving at the farmer's market, and ways to make money.
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5 Fun Ways the Sharing Economy Helps You Save on Vacation
From pet sitters to personal chefs, the sharing economy can help make your next vacation a memorable, and affordable, experience.
Ask the Readers: What Are Some Good Things That Happened to You in 2019?
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Not stupid--hopeless
You can't avoid hearing about them these days--people making stupid financial choices. I heard a while back from a woman with huge debts wanting arguments for convincing her husba
5 Ways Blazing Internet Speeds Can Save You Money
Faster internet can save you money by making you happier, healthier and more productive.
10 Dumb Ways to Scare Off Potential Homebuyers
Before you put your home on the market take a look around. Would you buy a place that looks like yours?
10 Easy Luxury Hair Treatments From Your Kitchen
Many of the ingredients in pricey hair care products are derived from plants — plenty of which you probably already have in your fridge or pantry.
Don't Ignore These 4 Things Before Refinancing Your Student Loans
If you're overwhelmed with student loan debt, refinancing might be tempting. Before you make that call, make sure you understand the fine print.
These Are the 8 Most Common Homebuying Mistakes Foreclosure Experts See
A HUD-approved foreclosure prevention counselor shares what she's learned helping homeowners through the housing crisis — and how you can avoid the same fate.
Best Money Tips: Tailgating for Newbies
Today we found articles on tailgating for newbies, deals you should and shouldn’t pass up at Trader Joe’s, and how to construct a frugal meal.
Best Money Tips: Tricks To Make Your Brain Do What You Want
Today we found some stellar articles on tricks to make your brain do what you want, taking a mental health day, and federal income tax brackets.
Millennial Millionaires: How the Brokest Generation Can Also Become the Richest
Young adults may be feeling the weight of student loans and low-income jobs, but they too can become millionaires by taking the right steps now.
8 Surprising Life and Money Lessons from Will Ferrell Movies
Will Ferrell may be an unlikely source of money and life lessons, but his films often turn on key personal finance concepts. Shake and bake!