The usual rule of thumb is 3 to 6 months' income. Of course that's silly--the size of your emergency fund needs to be based on your spending, not your income. But even 3
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Save some money on gift wrapping supplies this year by looking beyond the store gift wrap display and dressing your gifts in something out of the ordinary.
For my entire life, I have never lived in a place bigger than 1400 square feet. The smallest dwelling I had was a studio less than 400 square feet which I shared with my parents.
Being a stay-at-home parent can put a strain on your budget, but these side jobs allow you to take care of the kids while generating additional income.
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Ask the Readers: Desktop or Laptop?
Tell us whether you have a desktop computer or a laptop and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
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Did Your Parents Give You a Whole Life Insurance Policy? Here's What to Do With It.
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Top 5 Ways to Hustle Free Drinks
If I can get drinks for free, I'm a happy tightwad. Here, I show you a few great ways to hustle free drinks in your local bar or pub.
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Oats are jam-packed with nutritious goodies, but what to do if you hate oatmeal? Here are 11 (other) ways to enjoy this amazing grain.
Ask The Readers: Do You Have a Financial Advisor?
Tell us whether or not you have a financial advisor and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
How to Eat Well on Just $20 a Week (With Meal Plans!)
If you shop smart and keep your recipes simple and healthful, you really can eat for a whole week on just $20. Here's how.
Ask The Readers: To Clip or Not to Clip? (A Chance to Win $10!)
Are you a coupon-clipper? Do you plan on becoming one? Have you shunned the practice out of principle, time, or apathy? Maybe you clip a little here and there, but leave the har
The 5 Best Power Banks
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17 Part-Time Jobs to Do While Your Kids Are at School
While the kids are away, SAHMs and SAHDs can earn some extra pay!
netSpend: The Story of the Visa Debit Card We Did Not Apply For
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35 Mouth Watering Lentil Recipes
The humble, affordable lentil is delicious and full of protein. You're sure to find something tasty in this collection of 35 easy to prepare lentil recipes.
5 Best Money-Saving, Healthy, Homemade Salad Dressings
Making your own salad dressings will cut down on expense, waste and your waistline. Here are the top 5 favorite salad dressings, in their easy homemade versions.
15 Cheap, Clever, and Attractive Ways to Save on Gift Wrapping Paper
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How Big of a House Do You Really Need?
For my entire life, I have never lived in a place bigger than 1400 square feet. The smallest dwelling I had was a studio less than 400 square feet which I shared with my parents.
Ask the Readers: What Is Your Biggest Financial Accomplishment?
Tell us about your biggest financial accomplishment and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
12 Side Jobs for Stay-at-Home Moms and Dads
Being a stay-at-home parent can put a strain on your budget, but these side jobs allow you to take care of the kids while generating additional income.