If you drink bottled water every day, you're paying a premium for something that should be close to free. Drink bottled water for health-reasons? Find out why that's ironic.
Scratches are annoying and prevalent forms of car damage. We all get them, they really look awful and I've been hunting for new and old techniques for removal. Here are a few.
An Australian company, Heap, has come up with a search engine that could Save 750 Megawatt-hours a Year. How will they do it? They've turned Google black. From what I've read, ther
Today we found articles on things you can do with eggs besides eat them, space saving ideas for a small closet, and the best online subscriptions for buying books.
Does providing a thumbprint or fingerprint to cash an honestly-received check make you feel like a criminal? The practice adopted by many U.S. banks to protect itself and its custo
Today we found some stellar articles on saving money and having fun at the holidays, ways to save $1 a day, and steps to make your money last a lifetime.
I have a theory about sleep. My theory is this: everyone who routinely uses an alarm clock suffers from chronic sleep deprivation. Using an alarm clock a few times a year (to c
International travel requires a lot of research and planning beyond how to pack and which excursions to book. This checklist can help you prepare financially for your trip.
I know I am going to get a bunch of negative feedback on this one so let me put those issues on the table immediately. This article is NOT intended to help people speed
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6 Ways You're Wearing Out Your Furnace Too Soon
You don't want your furnace to break down in the dead of winter. Here's how you might be wearing it out too soon.
Bottled Water, Bottled Hype Part 2
If you drink bottled water every day, you're paying a premium for something that should be close to free. Drink bottled water for health-reasons? Find out why that's ironic.
Buy This — Not That — at the Farmer's Market
The fresh local fare at your neighborhood farmer's market is chock full of goodies — what's a good deal, and what should you skip?
5 Things Every Single Person Needs to Do With Their Money
When you're on your own, you're on your own, especially when it comes to money. Here's how singles can protect it.
Removing Car Scratches: The Revenge of the Frugal Body Shop
Scratches are annoying and prevalent forms of car damage. We all get them, they really look awful and I've been hunting for new and old techniques for removal. Here are a few.
Ugliest shoes in the world - now less than $10.
When I first saw Crocs, I thought they were bad. But, they grew on me. [more]
Pure Genius - All In The Name Of Eco-Friendly
Ok, recycling is as eco-friendly as I get so far, and I'm even too lazy for that sometimes. [more]
Best Money Tips: 7 Ways to Make People Listen
Today we found articles on how to make people listen, how to quit Facebook, and two key numbers you need to track if you want to master your money.
Can Black Google Save You Energy?
An Australian company, Heap, has come up with a search engine that could Save 750 Megawatt-hours a Year. How will they do it? They've turned Google black. From what I've read, ther
Rolling Stone article on ethanol
In my recent post Plan for expensive fuel, I mentioned sustainable fuels in a somewhat dismissive fashion. [more]
Best Money Tips: Things You Can Do With Eggs — Besides Eat Them
Today we found articles on things you can do with eggs besides eat them, space saving ideas for a small closet, and the best online subscriptions for buying books.
Tactics for avoiding the thumbprint-for-cash request
Does providing a thumbprint or fingerprint to cash an honestly-received check make you feel like a criminal? The practice adopted by many U.S. banks to protect itself and its custo
8 Office Mistakes Everyone Makes But Doesn't Talk About
Shake your head all you want, we know you're guilty of these office faux pas. We all are!
Best Money Tips: Items Every Home Needs
Today we found some stellar articles on handy items every home needs, how not to handle sudden wealth, and how to reduce student debt.
Best Money Tips: Save Money and Have Fun During the Holidays
Today we found some stellar articles on saving money and having fun at the holidays, ways to save $1 a day, and steps to make your money last a lifetime.
Get enough sleep
I have a theory about sleep. My theory is this: everyone who routinely uses an alarm clock suffers from chronic sleep deprivation. Using an alarm clock a few times a year (to c
Make These 5 Money Moves Before You Travel Abroad
International travel requires a lot of research and planning beyond how to pack and which excursions to book. This checklist can help you prepare financially for your trip.
Best Money Tips: 216 Affordable Gifts for Everyone on Your List
Today we found some awesome articles on 216 gifts for everyone on your list, frugal lunch ideas, and reasons to list or buy a home in December.
7 Nasty Bathroom Items You Should Throw Out Now
What's lurking in your loofah? You don't wanna know!
Avoid speed-trap tickets with a radar & laser detector - Under $30
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