What's an easy way to have less debt? Return money you don't need. In federal loan lingo, it's called "canceling" your loan, and it can save you a lot.
We often focus on what is most pressing with our finances. But if you take a day off to do some long-term work, you can save hundreds of dollars a year.
Pizza delivery for just two people can quickly top $30, depending on where you live, not to mention the hour that you usually have to wait for that delivery. Buying frozen pizza
Today we found articles on the cheapest cities for retirees, the best time to visit top vacation destinations for big savings, and affordable but romantic Valentine’s Day ideas.
I haven't owned a television in over 7 years. I haven't lived in a house with a set in over 5 years. I spend my days largely television-free, and I actually like it.
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How to Retire With Less Than $1 Million in Savings
Your nest egg doesn't reach the millions. That's OK; you can still have a happy, healthy retirement.
Cancel Student Loans to Save — and Receive an Interest-Free 120-Day Loan
What's an easy way to have less debt? Return money you don't need. In federal loan lingo, it's called "canceling" your loan, and it can save you a lot.
How to Research a Home's Location Before You Buy
Finding the perfect home is all about location, location, location. Here's how you can get the scoop on your potential new neighborhood.
Help From a Former Pack Rat: Getting Rid of Stuff
Sometimes, the line between "frugal" and "pack rat" can seem oh so fine. Here's what helped me overcome my pack rat tendencies.
11 Unusual Ways to Sell Your Stuff
Don't want to just put your stuff on eBay or have a boring old yard sale? Try one of these uncommon techniques for selling your used items.
Turn a Day Off Into Your Most Profitable Day of the Year
We often focus on what is most pressing with our finances. But if you take a day off to do some long-term work, you can save hundreds of dollars a year.
5 Money Fears and How to Squash Them
Stop hiding from the money bogeyman. A few setbacks aren't worth these irrational finance fears.
Revive Old Toys for Extra Christmas Savings (and Sanity)
It has officially begun. My four-year-old has tuned out the real world in favor of loud Saturday morning commercials advertising the best of mu
Boost Your Retirement Savings: Avoid 401(k) Fees
New rules will make it easier to monitor fees charged by your 401(k) account administrator. Here's how to avoid paying many of them.
Fast and Easy Pizza Dough and Sauce
Pizza delivery for just two people can quickly top $30, depending on where you live, not to mention the hour that you usually have to wait for that delivery. Buying frozen pizza
The 1% Rule and Other Ways to Make Goals Manageable
Big goals are achieved through small changes. How small? Well, forget about 110% — sometimes all you need to give is 1%.
New Ideas for the Chopstick
In China alone, an estimated 45 billion pairs of disposable chopsticks are used and thrown away every year. This equals the wood from 25 millio
8 Financial Lessons From Adele
When you're the world's most popular songstress, you spend pretty much whatever, right? Not if you're a frugalista like Adele.
52 Great Weekend Projects to Improve Your Life
From decluttering to volunteering to getting healthy and much more, these 52 projects give you something to work on every weekend of the year.
Best Money Tips: Cheapest Cities for Retirees
Today we found articles on the cheapest cities for retirees, the best time to visit top vacation destinations for big savings, and affordable but romantic Valentine’s Day ideas.
The 5 Best Humidifiers
Keeping your sinuses clear in the dead of winter isn't simple, but it can be. Just use any of these humidifiers and you'll breathe easy.
10 Fun Money Apps for Kids
"Financial literacy" may sound like a fancy adult term, but you can get your kids in on it, too, with these fun apps!
Chill Out With These 6 Simple DIY Freezer Treats
Cool off this summer by making these easy, affordable, and — most importantly — tasty frozen treats!
The 5 Things With the Biggest Impact on Your Credit Score
Perplexed by those three little numbers? Here's the breakdown of what exactly makes up your FICO score.
Life Without Television
I haven't owned a television in over 7 years. I haven't lived in a house with a set in over 5 years. I spend my days largely television-free, and I actually like it.