Too much stuff getting in your way and getting you down? Part cleaning and part therapy, deep decluttering clears ours heads while it clears out space.
Your itinerary is set and the lodging and flights booked; now the only question is what to pack. Here are some tips to help you pack light and be prepared.
Owning a home has become inextricably linked to the American dream, as much a part of the social fabric as baseball and apple pie. But the reality is that most Americans would be b
It seems like new variations of the Nigerian 419 scam pop up every week. The one that caught my attention recently involved renting a home, and it’s a nasty trick that could take a
You can call this a defense of the maligned credit card. There are a lot of people out there who are very distrustful of credit cards and the companies that offer them, no thanks t
We've all shopped (or tried to shop for) the person who has (or seems to have) everything. Yes, it's hard...but not impossible! Draw some inspiration from these affordable ideas.
“Credit cards and debit cards have the exact same benefits.” I’ve heard this statement for a long time, but I wanted to test it out to see if it is true.
My blood boils when I have a full mailbox, but not one item is personal in nature. Here is how to remove yourself from most mailing lists, eliminating unnecessary junk mail.
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12 Ways a Deep Declutter Can Improve Your Life
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Make Flying Easy: The Ultimate Carry-On Packing List
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The Fallacy of Homeownership as a Sound Investment
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The vicious Home Rental Scam – don’t get conned.
It seems like new variations of the Nigerian 419 scam pop up every week. The one that caught my attention recently involved renting a home, and it’s a nasty trick that could take a
10 Reasons Why I Prefer Credit Cards Over Cash
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8 Times You Should Never Feel Guilty at Work
Has something at work recently left you feeling guilty? Here's the green light to shrug off those feelings.
50 Ways to Make Exercise More Fun
Getting motivated to workout day after day can really be a drag. Keep fitness fun — and productive — with these tricks.
Gifts for the Person Who Has Everything
We've all shopped (or tried to shop for) the person who has (or seems to have) everything. Yes, it's hard...but not impossible! Draw some inspiration from these affordable ideas.
Simple Guide to Evaluating a Credit Card With an Annual Fee
Cards with annual fees often offer bigger rewards and better perks, but how do you know if you're actually coming out ahead?
Credit Cards vs. Debit Cards: A Comprehensive Comparison
“Credit cards and debit cards have the exact same benefits.” I’ve heard this statement for a long time, but I wanted to test it out to see if it is true.
The 7 Dumbest Big Purchases People Make
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The 5 Best Foot Scrubbers
Keeping your feet smooth isn't easy, but it can be. Use any of these foot scrubbers and your feet will always look pampered.
10 Times at Work You're Just Wasting Effort
Maybe the best way to get more done is to start doing less. Are you spinning your wheels all day at work?
Capital One 360: A Competitive Banking Option
CapOne 360 is a great option for those looking for low fees and great interest rates!
Sit in on a Class at MIT for Free!
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Bar Stool Economics
Enjoy this lighthearted anecdotal story illustrating the North American tax system.
Ask the Readers: What Money Advice Would You Give a College Student?
Tell us what money advice you would give to a college student and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
5 Frugal Celebrities Who Live Large on a Small Budget
Many celebrities make big bucks, and then use that money to make big purchases. But these five frugal celebrities know how to stretch a dollar.
Ask the Readers: Have You Ever Loaned Money to Family?
Tell us if you've ever loaned money to family and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
How to Remove Yourself from Mailing Lists and Eliminate Junk Mail
My blood boils when I have a full mailbox, but not one item is personal in nature. Here is how to remove yourself from most mailing lists, eliminating unnecessary junk mail.