I get a particular negative jolt when I review a credit card bill and find a charge for something that's already over and done--a meal already eaten, a vacation already taken,
I don't like buying new. It's not that I consider myself to be some kind of Scrooge. I just have a hard time paying more for something than I need to, and often we take tha
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Recently CNN published an article titled "No kids, no jobs for growing number of wives ". This article profiled two women who are stay at home wives with no kids. A quote from the
If you're too busy to go to the store or need something special, count on these Internet grocery stores to bring home the bacon (or the pineapple or bell pepper).
I recently became a member of my wife’s gym. I had always hesitated, being a frugal person I preferred to work out at home with a few weights and some exercise DVDs. But, when I di
Today we found some great articles on cheap and easy DIY home improvement projects, jobs to satisfy your wander lust, and putting your tax refund to work.
You've got your list, and you trust your willpower is strong. But then something shiny lures you in, and oh, it's on sale! Here's how to resist those sneaky shopping traps.
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I get a particular negative jolt when I review a credit card bill and find a charge for something that's already over and done--a meal already eaten, a vacation already taken,
Making Every Penny Count With A Zero-Based Budget
Feel like you're just living payday-to-payday? Having trouble figuring out where all your money goes? Then a zero-based budget just might be for you.
Seriously, Get Rid of Your Landline
Do you still have a telephone that plugs into the wall of your house? The number of people who do is dropping — and with good reason.
6 Ways Sloth Is Keeping You Poor
There's a lot more to sloth than plain laziness — and a lot more ways it's costing you money.
The stuff I try never to buy new
I don't like buying new. It's not that I consider myself to be some kind of Scrooge. I just have a hard time paying more for something than I need to, and often we take tha
21 Real Estate Terms Every Home Buyer Should Understand
If you're thinking about buying a home, get up to speed on these key terms and concepts before you visit your first open house.
11 Signs the Job Is Too Good to Be True
If a job sounds too good to be true, it probably is. Keep on the lookout for these sure signs of a shady job offer.
3 Ways to Travel Free (Or At Least Really Darned Cheap!)
How would you like to get out and "see the world"? Visit the Carthage Ruins or spend a week just hiking across Europe. Paris, Italy or maybe the Bahamas... there's really just no e
6 Places to Find Cheap (or Free!) Education
Knowledge is power, and it doesn't come cheap. Luckily, there are cheap ways to get smart and boost your career without racking up student loan debt.
Is living on one income a status symbol?
Recently CNN published an article titled "No kids, no jobs for growing number of wives ". This article profiled two women who are stay at home wives with no kids. A quote from the
Hungry? 20 Popular Online Grocers to Satisfy Every Craving
If you're too busy to go to the store or need something special, count on these Internet grocery stores to bring home the bacon (or the pineapple or bell pepper).
7 Unnecessary Household Expenses You Can Cut Today
If your family doesn't examine these 7 common household expenses, you are wasting way too much money.
Is There Any Reason to Pay for a Landline Anymore?
Let's investigate if paying for a landline phone is still worth it.
9 Dollar Store DIY Projects to Try Out
Get your craft on for less with these fun and inexpensive projects for accessories, home decorations, and more.
12 Ways to Stay Grounded Even When Super Busy
Being busy is stressful enough, but all too often, stress begets stress. Stay calm and sane even when you're busy with these tips.
Your Web Presence Will Soon Be More Valuable Than Your Credit Rating
Soon it won't be enough to remove those compromising tweets and selfies. To succeed and prosper, you need to build an attractive online persona.
Being Healthy Can Have Big Cash Rewards
I recently became a member of my wife’s gym. I had always hesitated, being a frugal person I preferred to work out at home with a few weights and some exercise DVDs. But, when I di
5 Ways American Retirement Is Changing
American retirement isn't what it used to be. Are you adapting with the changing times?
Best Money Tips: Cheap and Easy DIY Home Improvement Projects
Today we found some great articles on cheap and easy DIY home improvement projects, jobs to satisfy your wander lust, and putting your tax refund to work.
Flashback Friday: 44 Sneaky Shopping Traps to Avoid
You've got your list, and you trust your willpower is strong. But then something shiny lures you in, and oh, it's on sale! Here's how to resist those sneaky shopping traps.