Whenever I write a post about energy, I point out that we know it's possible to have a high standard of living while using less energy--people in European countries do, so it must
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When it comes to traveling through Europe, there's a lot to be said for taking the train. With just a little planning, you can see five or six countries in just a week — and for a
More and more hiring organizations are using computerized systems to track and filter resumes. Here's how to get your resume in front of an actual human.
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The good life on less energy--even in the US
Whenever I write a post about energy, I point out that we know it's possible to have a high standard of living while using less energy--people in European countries do, so it must
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Fresh Fruit for Rotten Cheapskates Like Me
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Ask the Readers: Where Do You Shop For Household Goods?
Tell us where you shop for household goods and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
Food Safety Reminder: Rinsing the Bird Is Bad for Your Health
Do you rinse your poultry and other meats before cooking? Well stop!
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What Makes a Company an Attractive Investment?
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Hit Up Your Grandma's Cookbooks for Frugal Cooking Ideas
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Top 10 Red Flags That Trigger IRS Audits
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Why the Scarcity Mentality Is Keeping You Poor
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5 Ways to Ease Into a Day Job After Freelancing
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Europe on the Cheap: Take the Train
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How to Get Your Resume Past the Resume Filter
More and more hiring organizations are using computerized systems to track and filter resumes. Here's how to get your resume in front of an actual human.