I am a believer in the idea that wealth can stunt personal creativity. When you can buy it all, what’s the need to invent anything? When I was a kid my mother forbade me from playi
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The road to divorce is not necessarily paved with infidelity, quite possibly it's paved with secretive purchases and a lack of budget that causes both parties resentment and st
Today we found articles on when you should ignore traditional financial advice, things you can’t return to Amazon, and hacks to help you stay focused at work.
I was raised on canned food. We never had much money, so my folks bought food in cans because it lasted forever, it was cheap and, if dented or without a label, really really cheap
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Best Money Tips: Cheap Summer Vacations
Today we found some fantastic articles on cheap summer vacations, grocery shopping on a budget, and staying home with your kids.
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I am a believer in the idea that wealth can stunt personal creativity. When you can buy it all, what’s the need to invent anything? When I was a kid my mother forbade me from playi
Book Review: Ragnar's Guide to the Underground Economy
This book is exactly what the title says: A guide to living in the underground economy.
5 Wild Rides You Can Absolutely Afford
Have you ever wanted to zip around on a jetpack, or catch a ride on the world's longest bus? Guess what — you can, and for cheaper than you think.
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.
Honesty Really Is the Best Policy, Especially at Work
When you listen to the news, it can sometimes feel like dishonesty is the only sure way to get ahead. Discover why telling the truth really counts.
Can you talk to your friends about debt?
Can you talk to your friends about your debt? Can you talk to your friends about their debt?
When poor folks have better crap than you
Every notice how upset people get, when someone poorer than them has better crap? I'm talking about the guy agonizing over whether to spring for a 32-inch flat screen who find
The 5 Best Eyebrow Pencils
If your current eye makeup isn't cutting it, using an eyebrow pencil is what you need. Try one of these the next time you want your peepers to pop.
5 Creative Jobs With Surprisingly High Salaries
Not all artists are starving artists. If you know where to look, you really can find a creative gig that pays.
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.
Realistic Budgeting: The Marriage Saver
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5 Frugal Ways to Go Green in 2013
Make 2013 your year to help the environment...and your wallet. Here a five simple ways to turn over a new leaf and save a little money, too.
How to NOT Get What You Want From Customer Service
There are right ways to complain to businesses...and there are wrong ways. These are definitely the wrong ways (plus, how to make them right).
Best Money Tips: Times to Ignore Traditional Financial Advice
Today we found articles on when you should ignore traditional financial advice, things you can’t return to Amazon, and hacks to help you stay focused at work.
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Blergh! Could you eat these strange canned foods?
I was raised on canned food. We never had much money, so my folks bought food in cans because it lasted forever, it was cheap and, if dented or without a label, really really cheap
How to Make Your Own Curtains
Curtains are an easy DIY sewing project. Plus, by making your own, you'll save money on window coverings and get exactly what you want.
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