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6 Things You Can Negotiate When Buying a Home

Buying a house is a big deal -- and almost all of it is negotiable. Here's what else you can haggle over besides price.

More Bang for Your Buck: Paint Me Frugal

Paul's post about DIY got me to thinking about all of the times that I wasted money on trying to improve my home. There have been many of these times, more than I care to share. [more]

Best Money Tips: Cut Auto Insurance Premiums in Half

Today we found some fantastic articles on how to cut auto insurance premiums in half, saving money while getting fit, and reasons you should have a side business.

Best Money Tips: Teach Your Kids about Money

Today we found some awesome articles on teaching your kids about money, why your tax refund may be delayed, and preparing for a layoff.

13 Delicious Early Summer Recipes to Try on Your Grill

It's almost mid-summer and that means we're deep into grilling season. Mix up your routine with these delicious summery recipes to try.

254 Uses for Vinegar. And Counting.

I began hearing whispers of the incredible versatility of vinegar. So I did some research. I was shocked!

10 Cheap, Tasty Wines to Get You Through Tax Season

Doing your taxes isn't fun, but it can be much more enjoyable with a bottle of wine. Try one of these delicious options that offer big flavor at a small price.

12 Reasons to Stop Eating Sugar Forever

Sugar is surprisingly bad for us. Protect your health — and your wallet — by taking control of your sweet tooth.

What You Need to Know About Working While Collecting Social Security

Many people look forward to drawing Social Security benefits while still working and drawing a paycheck. Of course, there's a catch.

What to Do With a Junk Car

Your junk car may not seem like it's worth anything, but there's value in almost everything. Before you drop your car off at the junkyard, consider these uses.

Raising Financially Savvy Kids: Highlights from Our Chat with Jump$tart

Don't miss the highlights from our chat with Jump$tart on raising financially savvy kids.

11 Creative Ways to Reuse Egg Crates

Turn trash into treasure with these adorable, crafty, and eco-friendly ways to repurpose your egg cartons.

How to Learn About Your Home's History

Home is where the heart is — and it has a history all its own. Here's how you can learn all about your new abode.

Ask These 5 Questions Before Deciding On a Financial Advisor

Before trusting your finances to any old somebody, you need to carefully vet potential advisers. These basic questions will get you started.

14 Things You Should Do When You Move to a New Town

Welcome to the neighborhood! Here's how to plant your roots in the new town you call home.

How Less Creativity Can Make You More Creative

Feel like you're out of mental energy by the time you find time for creative work? Here's how to save your energy for your passions.

7 Times to Avoid Debit or Credit Cards

The convenience of credit and debit cards is hard to beat, but sometimes it's better to shell out the cash.

The 5 Best Night Lights

Unless you have superpowers or night vision goggles, you can't see in the dark. Luckily, any of these quality night lights solve that problem.

Sell handmade goods, buy cheap handmade goodies.

In these days of mass-production and Wal-Mart's low prices and lower standards, it's great to see handmade artifacts making a comeback. Today, my wife introduced me to a site that is a meeting-place for buying and selling wonderful handmade items. [more]

10 Classes That Can Pay for Themselves

Want to learn something new — and invest in your future? From crafting to business, these great classes have the potential to pay for themselves.