I don't like buying albums, for one reason. Most of the time, they're a mixed bag. Some great tunes, some good tunes, some poor tunes. That's why I love ITunes. I can cherry-pick the songs I like and leave the rest behind. 99 cents a song? [more]
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Three years ago I started bicycling to work. It was a gradual thing. It took extra planning to ride--there were issues with clothing, issues with carrying stuff on the bike.
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20% drop in US CD sales shows the power of the music fan
I don't like buying albums, for one reason. Most of the time, they're a mixed bag. Some great tunes, some good tunes, some poor tunes. That's why I love ITunes. I can cherry-pick the songs I like and leave the rest behind. 99 cents a song? [more]
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Save yourself the time, money, and headaches of hunting for hotel deals by booking through websites the right way.
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Don't miss the highlights from our chat with America Saves on saving for retirement.
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Having a side income can make life a lot easier...but there are some good ways to earn that side income and some seriously awful ones.
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5 Ways to Qualify for a Mortgage With a Small Downpayment
A 20% down payment isn't pocket change. If you can't afford 20% down on your mortgage loan, you still have other loan options.
10 Ways to Get Rid of Stuff Frugally
Who wants to pay to have unwanted stuff hauled away? Here are 10 ideas for profiting from your unwanted clutter — if not in dollars, at least in karma.
Chase Total Checking and Savings: Easy Everyday Banking
Chase Total Checking and Checking comes with several services to make banking easier and more convenient for their customers. Are they enough to get you on board?
Make Your Dream Career a Reality for Less Than $100
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11 Cool Uses for Popsicle Sticks
Don't toss those old popsicle sticks in the trash! Give 'em a quick rinse and upcycle them into something new and cool.
Is Infrastructure Destiny?
Today is National Ride Your Bike to Work Day. I have a bike but I chose to drive in my “Share the Road†license-plate embellished car today. Why? The route from home to office, though short, is treacherous. [more]
How to Negotiate Your Rent
A rent hike may have you packing your bags, but if you don't want to move, it's time to haggle.
Who Moved My Stuff?
If you ever want to take stock of all that you’ve worked hard to purchase over time, and how much stuff you think you need to hang on to, go through each and every possessio [more]
Frugal Vacations the Entire Family Will Love
You can skip the high-priced cruises and wildly expensive destinations. Get on board with these fun, frugal approaches to traveling with your family.
Why You Should Stop Keeping Your Money Problems to Yourself
Keeping your money problems mum won't make them go away faster. In fact, it might only dig you in deeper.
10 Ways to Save on a Long-Distance Move
When you're moving a long distance, you can't just buy a pizza and a 12-pack and ask your friends to pitch in. Here's how to save on a cross-country move.
Edible Flowers Make Cheap Food Beautiful Again
Those of you with gardens are probably entering a new season of produce. Squash plants are getting icky, but they are still producing more zucchini and summer varieties than you ca
Home Exchanges: Free Accommodations With Perks
Home exchanges are a great frugal option for family vacations, and they come with lots of added perks. Plan your trip with these tips and resources.
Frugal Transport--bicycling
Three years ago I started bicycling to work. It was a gradual thing. It took extra planning to ride--there were issues with clothing, issues with carrying stuff on the bike.