The government is letting people think that it's okay to make bad choices. The Treasury is rewarding bad behavior and the consumer is learning nothing except to keep up the
Here in San Mateo County, many gas stations are starting to sport prices above $4.00 per gallon. The trusty Gas and Shop down the street is still holding on to $3.93 per ga
What’s a good way to save money on fresh fruit? Eat with the season. Out of your own backyard. Or your neighbors. My quick and easy raw foods apple sauce recipe is at the end. You
Winning a scholarship takes effort, even to snag an award that is relatively small ($500-$1,000) compared to the cost of attendance at a state university (more than $16,000 per yea
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The Bailbondsman Approach: Why Some Of Us Stay Broke
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Ask the Readers: Is It Possible to Be Too Frugal?
Tell us if you think it's possible to be too frugal and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
The Gasoline Pump "Y2K" Problem
Here in San Mateo County, many gas stations are starting to sport prices above $4.00 per gallon. The trusty Gas and Shop down the street is still holding on to $3.93 per ga
Ask the Readers: How Do You Save on Summer Parties?
Tell us about how you save on summer parties and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
8 Signs You've Crossed From "Healthy" Debt to "Problem" Debt
There's a razor-thin line between "healthy" debt and a big financial problem debt. Have you crossed it?
Ask the Readers: Do You Still Shop at the Local Mall?
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11 Great Apps for Book Lovers
Nothing beats the feel of a well-made book, but you can't carry your whole library with you to the park.
Lifestyle Inflation: The Ultimate Financial Trap
Lifestyle inflation takes extra money and turns it into a vain attempt to buy joy. Avoid it by changing your perspective on money and happiness.
Should You Ever Pay Your Taxes With a Credit Card?
Tax day is almost here, and you may be tempted to pay Uncle Sam with plastic. But if you do, you're just trading cheap debt for expensive debt.
Ask the Readers: What Goals Did You Achieve in 2015?
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Housing Values in Relationship to Proximity to Certain Stores
When you're house hunting you already look for good schools and low crime. Maybe you should add a Starbucks and Trader Joe's to your list, too.
Ask the Readers: Do You Do Batch Cooking?
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Do You Know Your Retirement "Number"?
You might think you know the amount of money you'll need for a comfortable retirement — but you could be basing that off the wrong number.
Ask the Readers: Where Do You Shop for Groceries?
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You're Probably Owed Almost $200: Here's Where to Claim It
State governments are holding billions of dollars in unclaimed settlements, refunds, wages, and more. Here's where to find yours.
Fresh Fruit for Rotten Cheapskates Like Me
What’s a good way to save money on fresh fruit? Eat with the season. Out of your own backyard. Or your neighbors. My quick and easy raw foods apple sauce recipe is at the end. You
How Emotions Can Hurt a Home Buyer
Granite counters and fresh paint can lead a buyer to overlook a home's flaws. Avoid buying the wrong house by recognizing these common biases.
Ask the Readers: What Do You Do for Self-Care?
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How To Get A Big Payoff From College Scholarships
Winning a scholarship takes effort, even to snag an award that is relatively small ($500-$1,000) compared to the cost of attendance at a state university (more than $16,000 per yea
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Today we found some awesome articles on saving on home decor, travel hacks that will save you time and money, and getting your spouse involved with family finances.