My family recently had our car stolen while moving. Learn from our experience so you can keep your car safe or be prepared if you're a victim of theft as well.
Going to college without knowing what career you want is tough...and very common. Here's what I'd tell my pre-college self if I could hop back in time.
Sleek, shiny laptops are all the rage, but I don't think they're worth the cost. Here's why I choose bulky, non-sexy technology for my computing needs.
Groupons and other daily-deal coupons are a great way for you to save on restaurants, classes, and more...but are they also a great way to save on gifts?
Many veterans and active service members don't realize they're eligible for VA home loans, which can both save them money and provide other substantial benefits.
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Just because you can start claiming Social Security benefits, doesn't necessarily mean you should. Ask yourself these questions first.
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Today, we share tips for organizing dresser drawers, a way to help you keep your cool, and advice for college students living on a budget.
5 Things We Learned When Our Car Was Stolen
My family recently had our car stolen while moving. Learn from our experience so you can keep your car safe or be prepared if you're a victim of theft as well.
5 Tips for My Career-Clueless College Self
Going to college without knowing what career you want is tough...and very common. Here's what I'd tell my pre-college self if I could hop back in time.
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Don't go wasting your hard-earned Benjamins on things that should cost less than $100.
16 Easy Ways to Save $100 This Month
Pay yourself an extra $100 this month (or any month) by paying attention to your spend and cutting back where it counts.
How to Survive the 5 Most Common Emergency Situations
While major disasters are thankfully rare, plenty of small emergencies can catch us unawares. Here's what you should be watching and preparing for.
Should You Repair a Dripping Faucet?
Sure, that dripping faucet might be annoying, but does it make financial sense to fix it? Find out with these simple calculations.
5 Resources to Help Moms Jump Start Their Online Career
Here are just a few of our top picks from a recent My Life Scoop article listing the tools that every mom should refer to when creating a biz online.
Learn All the Frugal Skills You Need With These 9 Great Video Tutorials
The one with the most skills at the end wins. Add to your repertoire with this collection of essential frugal life skills.
Why You Should Buy a Desktop Computer
Sleek, shiny laptops are all the rage, but I don't think they're worth the cost. Here's why I choose bulky, non-sexy technology for my computing needs.
11 Health Foods Not Worth the Money
Many of the foods sold as "healthy" aren't, actually, despite the higher price. Are you eating any of these 11 overpriced health foods?
Here's What You Need to Know Before Buying a College Meal Plan
You know college tuition, books, and room and board cost a pretty penny. Are you forgetting about food?
My One Favorite Frugal Living Tip
I read a lot of great frugal living advice. But there's one (yup, just one) tip that makes all of the others work.
What to Expect After These 5 Personal Financial Disasters
When a financial crisis hits, it helps to know exactly what to expect — and how to bounce back.
Do Daily Deals Make Good Gifts?
Groupons and other daily-deal coupons are a great way for you to save on restaurants, classes, and more...but are they also a great way to save on gifts?
Three of the Toughest Decisions You'll Face in Retirement
A lot of financial decision-making goes into retirement. Once you reach your golden years, you have a few more questions to answer.
VA Home Loan Benefits and Myths
Many veterans and active service members don't realize they're eligible for VA home loans, which can both save them money and provide other substantial benefits.
How Complacency Keeps You From Financial Security
Is your lack of action killing your financial future? It's time to stop being so complacent.