I graduated from college just three years ago, so the confusion and anxiety I felt after graduating college is still quite fresh in my mind. I moved out of my parents' house a wee
Is there a limit to how much Americans can spend? Clearly there is: All they earn, minus savings and service on their existing debt, plus new borrowing. Since the Bureau of Econ
The question has arisen in our household whether I should be saving more. Should we resort to extreme saving measures during this recession? Should an extreme economy require grea
The evidence is clear that multitasking isn't very productive. But that doesn't mean multitasking isn't an efficient use of time — if you can learn to juggle.
Even though ordinary people hardly ever receive or spend one, with the number of $100 bills in circulation in the billions it's worth putting the effort into making them extreme
Forget about your resolutions; there's no point in making them. Okay, that might be harsh...but they're not a good way to make life changes. Learn why.
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Welcome to the Real World - My Best Advice for New Graduates
I graduated from college just three years ago, so the confusion and anxiety I felt after graduating college is still quite fresh in my mind. I moved out of my parents' house a wee
Peak Debt
Is there a limit to how much Americans can spend? Clearly there is: All they earn, minus savings and service on their existing debt, plus new borrowing. Since the Bureau of Econ
Ready For Extreme Saving? Money Saving Advice For An Extreme Economy
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Using PAPER Coupons When You Order Online
Even if you live the all-digital lifestyle, don't put away those scissors yet. Some Web sites are now taking manufacturers' coupons.
How Family Plans Can Save you TONS
Subscription plans are all the rage these days. Save even more on your subscription services by utilizing family plans.
Cheap Passport Pictures (Part Two): Online Ordering
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25 New Ways to Spice Up Rice
Make delicious and frugal rice even more delicious with a few additions — many of which you already have in your pantry.
The Simple Way to Make Multitasking Actually Work
The evidence is clear that multitasking isn't very productive. But that doesn't mean multitasking isn't an efficient use of time — if you can learn to juggle.
New $100 Bill Unveiled
Even though ordinary people hardly ever receive or spend one, with the number of $100 bills in circulation in the billions it's worth putting the effort into making them extreme
Amazing AAA Discounts
AAA membership isn't just for getting your flat fixed or getting towed. Learn about the hundreds of additional discounts that every AAA member has.
The Secret Confessions of Employees
What exactly is in Wendy's Chili? What are those big name retailers not telling you? How do you get better deals? Well, you're about to find out.
These 6 Instragrammers Are Getting Rich by Traveling the World
These Instagrammers are traveling the world, taking gorgeous pics, and raking it in — maybe you can join them!
Flashback Friday: 46 Easy Ways to Be More Productive
Workdays get hectic and sometimes it's difficult to focus. But you can turn all of that around with some easy productivity tricks.
10 Books to Read for a Better Money Mindset
Struggling to stay true to your higher-self financial goals? Any of these reads can reset your money mindset.
Homemade Lotion Recipes
For luscious, organic lotion, making your own is the way to go. Follow these recipes to have some seriously happy, healthy, and moisturized skin.
Why Your Big New Year's Resolutions Are Pointless
Forget about your resolutions; there's no point in making them. Okay, that might be harsh...but they're not a good way to make life changes. Learn why.
8 Technologies We Wish Were Never Invented
The future is now — and it's slightly more annoying, unhealthy, and destructive than we we ever dreamed of. Where's the "undo" button?
12 Red Flags to Watch for in a Job Interview
You applied for the job. You got the interview. But now, your gut instinct is telling you to run.
Vision Boards: Dream Big, Play with Pictures, and Watch your Life Change
Here's a fun exercise the whole family can enjoy in creating your future by playing with pictures.
Ask the Readers: How Will You Prep Your Home for Winter?
Tell us how you'll prep your home for winter and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!