The true story of one motivated couple who stopped spending separately, got on the same financial page, and dug themselves out of debt, one bill at a time.
Today we found articles on how to know when you’re ready to retire, how to budget when you’re behind on your bills, and little things you should do every day before noon.
Today we found articles on how to be more likable and why that’s financially valuable, five kinds of low-budget weddings, and retirement tips for 20-somethings.
Today we found some great articles on frugal Depression-era habits, the emotional side effects of debt, and tips for knowing whether a good deal is a smart purchase.
Today we found articles on smart ways to save on holiday parties, financial choices you’ll regret in 10 years, and over 80 awesome DIY stocking stuffers.
In the days of old, when spies passed messages to each other, they used many hidden messages. One of these methods was to hide the information in a dot of plastic or microfilm about the size of a pin head, and then end a sentence with it. [more]
I just spent $1200 on a facelift for my dog. Before you go telling me that I should be put down, let me explain that it wasn't elective surgery. My dog is a Pekingese, and say w
I don't know why, but I get some kind of perverse pleasure from watching scammers get caught in the act. Maybe it's the consumer watchdog in me? Anyway, in the UK there's a fabulous consumer show called House Of Horrors. [more]
Today we found articles on items under $15 that could save your life, how to spend a year abroad for $1,000 a month, and easy grilling hacks that’ll make you look like a genius.
Here are the ins and outs of the new Walgreens program, and some extra tips for paying next to nothing for everything from cleaning products, to food, to makeup!
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How One Inspiring Couple Paid Off $48,000 in 2.5 Years
The true story of one motivated couple who stopped spending separately, got on the same financial page, and dug themselves out of debt, one bill at a time.
Best Money Tips: How to Know When You're Ready to Retire
Today we found articles on how to know when you’re ready to retire, how to budget when you’re behind on your bills, and little things you should do every day before noon.
Best Money Tips: How to Improve Your Finances By Being More Likable
Today we found articles on how to be more likable and why that’s financially valuable, five kinds of low-budget weddings, and retirement tips for 20-somethings.
Best Money Tips: Ways to Unblock Writer's Block
Today we found some awesome articles on ways to unblock writer's block, advice for new grads, and ways waiting helps you save.
Best Money Tips: Frugal Depression-Era Habits to Pick Up
Today we found some great articles on frugal Depression-era habits, the emotional side effects of debt, and tips for knowing whether a good deal is a smart purchase.
Best Money Tips: Smart Ways to Save Money on Holiday Parties
Today we found articles on smart ways to save on holiday parties, financial choices you’ll regret in 10 years, and over 80 awesome DIY stocking stuffers.
10 Ideas for Using Your FSA Before Year End
Need to use up the funds in your flexible spending account before 2012? Make it happen with one (or more!) of these 10 purchases.
SunTrust Secured Credit Card with Cash Rewards Review
A secured card with cash rewards and other benefits? Yes, they do exist!
Best Money Tips: Save Up to $1,500 a Year on Laundry
Today we found some great articles on saving up to $1500 a year on laundry, steps to take after a job interview, and how to save on utility bills.
Stay Off the Frugal Path to Disaster
Frugality is a great tool. But if your approach to frugality is to pare away everything non-essential, you're setting yourself up for disaster.
Turning a cold war spy secret into a cheap anti-theft device
In the days of old, when spies passed messages to each other, they used many hidden messages. One of these methods was to hide the information in a dot of plastic or microfilm about the size of a pin head, and then end a sentence with it. [more]
5 Surprises When Downsizing to a Condo
Condo living is a common way to downsize. But for homeowners making the leap, it comes with a few surprises you may not expect.
My dog's facelift
I just spent $1200 on a facelift for my dog. Before you go telling me that I should be put down, let me explain that it wasn't elective surgery. My dog is a Pekingese, and say w
Shoddy PC repair tech caught in sting operation.
I don't know why, but I get some kind of perverse pleasure from watching scammers get caught in the act. Maybe it's the consumer watchdog in me? Anyway, in the UK there's a fabulous consumer show called House Of Horrors. [more]
The Parable of The Flat-Screen TV
A carefully considered purchase is a wise purchase. On the other end of the spectrum? Meet Dan and his not-so-new flat-screen TV.
Best Money Tips: Surprising Lifesaving Items Under $15
Today we found articles on items under $15 that could save your life, how to spend a year abroad for $1,000 a month, and easy grilling hacks that’ll make you look like a genius.
How to Find a Great Babysitter
Take back date night! Here's how to find and vet a trusted babysitter in your area.
Keeping Your Head (when all around you are losing theirs)
I'm going to be honest with you--the last three weeks have been the most stressful I've ever experienced at work. Between moving into a new po
10 Ways Working From Home Can Save (And Cost) You Big
Working from home will often help you save money, but not always.
Getting Free Stuff at Walgreens
Here are the ins and outs of the new Walgreens program, and some extra tips for paying next to nothing for everything from cleaning products, to food, to makeup!