Many cost-conscious consumers cling to a short list of must-haves that are worth purchasing no matter the price. High-quality shoes should make the cut every recession.
Sometimes the shortest and best path to making a decision or solving a problem is to ask for insights from a wise person. Here are ways to make sure you are getting good advice.
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The Case for Expensive Shoes
Many cost-conscious consumers cling to a short list of must-haves that are worth purchasing no matter the price. High-quality shoes should make the cut every recession.
7 Easy Ways to Clean Up Your Image on Social Media
If you're worried about your reputation on social media ruining your future, here's how to clean it up in a flash.
8 Things You Should Always Pack in Your Carry-On
Make sure you always leave enough room in your carry-on for these travel musts. Don't leave home without them!
7 New Ways to Use Your Microwave
Teach your old microwave oven some new tricks. It'll be glad it's doing more for you than just heating yesterday's leftovers.
The Two Biggest Mistakes People Make When Starting to Live Frugally
If you're ready to live frugally, great! But if you want your frugal experiment to be a success, make sure you avoid these major mistakes.
20 Tips for Getting Your Security Deposit Back
Here are the tips I've garnered for how to rent well and get your money back.
The 5 Best Face Washes
You can have gorgeous and clear skin simply by using the right cleanser. Try one of these five best face washes and find out for yourself!
5 Little Known Amazon Shopping Hacks
Amazon is famous for some great deals, but you might be missing out on these lesser-known, price-saving tricks that can save you even more.
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12 Easy Ways to Avoid Student Loan Debt
Completing college is hard enough without the mountain of debt that usually follows. Here's how to get the education without the financial stress.
Pay Bills Early? Only If You Want to Save Money
Paying your bills late can hurt you with late fees and surcharges. Moreover, if you pay early, you can get some serious discounts. Learn more.
How to Get Good Advice
Sometimes the shortest and best path to making a decision or solving a problem is to ask for insights from a wise person. Here are ways to make sure you are getting good advice.
8 Most Common Mistakes When Doing a Balance Transfer to Eliminate Debt
Balance transfer cards can be a great tool to pay off your debt faster, but there are also costly errors you should try to avoid.
Flashback Friday: 128 Creative Ways to Upcycle Your Trash
Before you throw that citrus peel or empty box away, consider turning it into something useful or fun (or both!) instead.
The 5 Best Callus Removers
Keeping your feet smooth and clean isn't easy, but it can be. Use any of these callus removers and your feet will remain soft and callus-free.
10 Reasons to Drink Tea
Tea can wake you up or calm you down, cool you in summer and warm you in winter. If you don't already drink the steeped stuff, here's why you should.
11 Sources of Instant Gratification You Can Feel Good About
Scratch your "I want it now!" itch without messing up your long term plans? Yes, you really can have your cake and eat it, too.
The 7 Most Relaxing Ways to Spend Your Lunch Hour
When your lunch break rolls around, leave the computer, get off the phone, and use your time for you — stop giving it to the man.
6 Times a Higher Salary Isn't Worth It
They're offering more money and another rung up the ladder — Hooray! Before you take the job, be sure the extra money is actually worth it.