Today we found articles on the downsides to early retirement, clever Alexa commands you will use over and over again, and creative ways to save money this summer.
Shouldn’t hotels offer a peaceful atmosphere for a few hours of sleep? After nearly two decades of business and leisure travel, I’ve refined my strategy for carving out a bit of re
As the economic crisis deepens, I'm seeing more people beginning to challenge the conventional wisdom espoused in personal finance. Given how financially difficult things have bec
I got a notice from one of my credit cards a bit ago, announcing that they were raising the interest rate. It's only of theoretical interest to me, of course--I use credit cards f
If you're a millennial looking for work, get ready to face a tougher path to success than the generation before you. And if you're a Boomer or an Xer hiring -- lighten up already!
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21 Decisions You'll Never Regret Making
Put life's regrets aside for a moment and focus on these anti-regrets. You don't want to look back on your life and say, "I wish I did that!" right?
10 Ways to Decorate Your Christmas Tree for Under $30
Add these fun, frugal trimmings to your tree — without trimming your savings account.
34 Smart Ways to Cut Your Electric Bill
You won't get rich quick by cutting your electric bill, but you can have a small victory every month by saving some of your hard-earned cash.
6 Cleaning Rules You Should Be Breaking
The thing about the old tried and true is that sometimes it isn't true. Have you been cleaning the house wrong?
Best Money Tips: The Downsides to Early Retirement
Today we found articles on the downsides to early retirement, clever Alexa commands you will use over and over again, and creative ways to save money this summer.
Tips for Sounder Sleep at Hotels
Shouldn’t hotels offer a peaceful atmosphere for a few hours of sleep? After nearly two decades of business and leisure travel, I’ve refined my strategy for carving out a bit of re
How The Economic Crisis Challenges Our Financial Beliefs
As the economic crisis deepens, I'm seeing more people beginning to challenge the conventional wisdom espoused in personal finance. Given how financially difficult things have bec
The Three Interest Rates
I got a notice from one of my credit cards a bit ago, announcing that they were raising the interest rate. It's only of theoretical interest to me, of course--I use credit cards f
Elevate Your Kitchen Skills With These 5 Easy Cooking Techniques
OK, they're not as easy as "nuke-it for 30 seconds," but you'll love the results you get with these simple, and classic, cooking techniques.
Don't Forget About These 7 Job Hunting Expenses
It's not just yourself you need to prepare for a job hunt. Prepare your money, too!
20 Easy Ways to Stretch Your Grocery Dollars
Before you tighten your belt, wring the waste out of your grocery budget with this collection of proven ways to trim food costs.
The Financial Basics Every New Grad Should Know
Congrats, grad! You undoubtedly learned a lot in your college career, but now it's time to learn these personal finance basics.
5 Job Hunting Roadblocks Millennials Must Overcome
If you're a millennial looking for work, get ready to face a tougher path to success than the generation before you. And if you're a Boomer or an Xer hiring -- lighten up already!
How to Invest If You're Worried About a Stock Market Crash
Market fear is hard to shake. If you're afraid a crash is coming, you should keep on investing; here's how.
What Makes a Home's Location "Good"
When searching for the perfect new home, make sure the location is perfect, too.
Separate Bank Accounts: 'Till Death (or Banking) Do We Part?
Many couples today boast separate bank accounts and successful relationships. But is it possible? Or are separate bank accounts a recipe for disaster?
Ask the Readers: Do You Use a Workout Plan?
Tell us whether you have a workout plan and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
How Low Can You Go? Taking the No Heat Challenge
Most of us aren't ready to give up home heating altogether, but here are a few tricks we can learn from the hardcore heat resisters.
The 5 Best Charcoal Scrubs
Keeping your skin clear isn't always easy, but it can be. Use any of these charcoal scrubs and your pores will remain unclogged.
14 Pricey Things You Shouldn't Buy (And What to Get Instead)
If you've got caviar tastes and a fishstick budget, buy domestic. That and 13 other great cheap alternatives on the other side of the click.