Today we found the 20 things you should never buy at full price, some research on the dirtiest hotels in America, and adventurous ways to make money during a snowstorm.
That classic scene from Seinfeld got me thinking over the weekend. Is there a strategy for using toilet paper? Is it worth our time? But when I spend money to literally flush the p
Life insurance may not cost as much as you think it does. Jeff Rose, CFP, explains the factors that affect how much you pay for your life insurance policy.
Not everything we eat gets absorbed and used by our body. Our cooking and digestive process destroys and degrades nutrients before our body can use it.
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Best Money Tips: 20 Things You Should Never Buy at Full Price
Today we found the 20 things you should never buy at full price, some research on the dirtiest hotels in America, and adventurous ways to make money during a snowstorm.
This Is How the High Cost of Cheap Gas Hurts You
Turns out cheap gas isn't so cheap after all.
Psychology and Loans: The Strange Reasons Why You Make Bad Decisions
You might think that when it comes to big financial decisions, you only make logical, rational decisions. But research suggests that you don't.
7 Ways That Anyone Can Travel for Free
Satisfying your wanderlust doesn't have to drain your savings. In fact, if you're clever, you can travel for free.
Ask the Readers: Are You Filing Your Own Taxes This Year?
Tell us if you're filing your own taxes this year and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
"Can you spare a square?" 5 quick tips on toilet paper usage.
That classic scene from Seinfeld got me thinking over the weekend. Is there a strategy for using toilet paper? Is it worth our time? But when I spend money to literally flush the p
Are You Wasting $300,000 on Lunch?
If you're dropping dollars on takeout lunches every day, you just might be eating your retirement.
Ask the Readers: Do You Still Shop at the Local Mall?
Tell us whether you shop at the local mall and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
Things I Wish I Knew Before I Bought My Second House
You might think that once you've bought one house, you're a pro. But being a second-time homebuyer can come with some unexpected surprises.
Lifestyle Inflation: The Ultimate Financial Trap
Lifestyle inflation takes extra money and turns it into a vain attempt to buy joy. Avoid it by changing your perspective on money and happiness.
How Much Will Life Insurance Cost?
Life insurance may not cost as much as you think it does. Jeff Rose, CFP, explains the factors that affect how much you pay for your life insurance policy.
What to Buy (and Avoid Buying) in July
July is a great month to buy a mattress but not so good for a swimsuit. Find out what else is on sale — and what else definitely isn't.
Housing Values in Relationship to Proximity to Certain Stores
When you're house hunting you already look for good schools and low crime. Maybe you should add a Starbucks and Trader Joe's to your list, too.
8 Things Everyone Should Know About the Commodities Markets
From cows to coffee, billions of dollars are lost and made trading commodities. Here's what you need to know — even if you're not a trader.
Make Your Food Taste Better With Rituals
A new study shows that performing a ritual before you eat or drink can enhance the food's flavor and your satisfaction.
9 Signs You Need to Fire Your Financial Planner
A good financial planner will guide you, step by step, through all your money goals. A bad one should be kicked to the curb.
5 Smart Travel Hacks Only Frequent Flyers Know
You don't have to dread the airport. These smart frequent flyer secrets will have you breezing through the terminal (almost) stress-free.
Best Money Tips: 7 Phases to Retirement
Today we found some great articles on phases to retirement, productivity tips for freelancers, and stress-free frugality.
Bioavailability: How to Get More Nutrients from Your Food
Not everything we eat gets absorbed and used by our body. Our cooking and digestive process destroys and degrades nutrients before our body can use it.
6 Reasons I Still Don't Have a Cell Phone Plan (yet)
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