I used to be afraid of bargaining. The thought of haggling over a price, or even asking for a discount, was embarrassing. Then I began visiting countries in which haggling is expec
Since I got married people have been constantly asking me two questions. One is, "are you pregnant yet?", and the other is "are you going to buy a house?" One
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Early retirement is a topic I've always been interested in. The particular version of it that this book deals with--living well on less money, as a means to getting by wit
In the Philippines, they're threatening life sentences for people hoarding rice. In the United States, grocers need to put limits on rice purchases just to keep their shelves
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How Haggling Taught Me About Life
I used to be afraid of bargaining. The thought of haggling over a price, or even asking for a discount, was embarrassing. Then I began visiting countries in which haggling is expec
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Since I got married people have been constantly asking me two questions. One is, "are you pregnant yet?", and the other is "are you going to buy a house?" One
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If high housing costs seem scary in your dream city, consider this — the lifestyle change may be worth the move!
The Presenter’s Paradox: Why Less Really Is More
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Free Ink Refill Day at Walgreens is Back!
Get a free printer cartridge refill at Walgreens for free on April 2, 2008.
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DVDs Freer than Free--No, Really, Really Free
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12 Ways to Improve Your Performance at Work
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Ask the Readers: How Often Do You Evaluate Your Budget?
Tell us how often you evaluate your budget and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
Tips For Starting (Or Jumpstarting) Your Exercise Regimen
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Book review: Work Less, Live More
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How to Stick to Personal Deadlines
Missing a deadline at work has consequences. Missing a personal deadline should have consequences, too. Here's how to keep yourself on task.
The ethics of hoarding
In the Philippines, they're threatening life sentences for people hoarding rice. In the United States, grocers need to put limits on rice purchases just to keep their shelves
7 Websites You Must Visit When Buying a New Car
Buying a new car can be very stressful. But if you're armed with the right information, it can go a lot smoother than you expect.
The 5 Best Body Butters
Keeping your skin silky smooth isn't easy, but it can be. Just use any of these body butters and your bod will always look perfecto.
Ask the Readers: How Do you Save on Your Phone Bill?
Tell us how you save on your phone bill and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
Outsourcing Your Life, and Creating New Businesses
How much is your time worth? What if you could find a way to have more quality time, less work, and possibly a higher income? Or - what if you need a new business idea, but don'
Ask the Readers: Do You Celebrate Halloween?
Tell us whether you celebrate Halloween and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
The 7 Best Objects to Pawn
If a quick buck is what you're after, these household dust-collectors may net you a pretty penny at the pawn shop.