In the days when self-sufficiency was simply the normal way of things, you'd learn the necessary knowledge and skills from your parents. (And from your grandparents, aunts and
Most of us know that soda isn't good for us, but that doesn't mean we stop drinking it. Here are 22 financial, health, and other reasons to kick the habit.
Instead of spending oodles of cash on toys your pup is only going to rip apart, make these cheap, easy, and sturdy dog toys with items you already have.
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In the days when self-sufficiency was simply the normal way of things, you'd learn the necessary knowledge and skills from your parents. (And from your grandparents, aunts and
22 Reasons to Stop Drinking Soda
Most of us know that soda isn't good for us, but that doesn't mean we stop drinking it. Here are 22 financial, health, and other reasons to kick the habit.
7 Modern Ways to Send Money to Your Kid
When your kids need cash in a flash, use these modern tools to get them the money they need, often in just a few moments.
10 Easiest Items to "Flip" for Cash
There are tons of things in your house right now that could easily be flipped for cash. It just takes a good eye and some elbow grease!
12 Smart Ways to Organize Old Photos
If you have old photo albums collecting dust in the closet, take them out, dust them off, and put them to good use!
10 DIY Dog Toys You Can Make for Pennies
Instead of spending oodles of cash on toys your pup is only going to rip apart, make these cheap, easy, and sturdy dog toys with items you already have.
Simplify Your Life With These 27 Monthly Subscription Services
From on-demand TV to on-demand TV dinners, your life could get a whole lot easier with these monthly subscription services.
Feeling Stuck? 100 Ways to Change Your Life
In 20 minutes, you too can change your life in 100 different ways. Check it out!
10 Stores With the Best Price Matching
Start taking advantage of these great price match guarantees, and you'll never pay full retail again.
How to Get Your Kid Started With Investing
You don't have to wait until your kid grows up to show them how to invest. The earlier they start, the more they'll have later on!
23 Recipes for Slime Your Kids Can Make — and Even Sell!
Slime is the cool new trend among kids, so why not show them how to make it and then sell it?
How to Travel Full-Time for $17,000 a Year (or Less!)
For the last five years, one writer has traveled full-time on the cheap. Discover how she did it, and how you can too.
Baby Carrots: The Frugal Idea That Isn't
Think baby carrots are a convenient, cheap snack food? Well, you're right. But baby carrots are, by and large, more expensive than regular carrots.
Should You Pay Your Kids For Good Grades?
Have you ever considered rewarding your kids' good grades with money? Or is that a terrible idea? Let's discuss.
People Who Became Millionaires Overnight (and What They Did With the Money)
Some lottery winners seem to wind up penniless — or worse — after their windfall. Read their stories — as well those of winners who did better.
What Can You Buy for $1 These Days?
They say $1 ain't what it used to be, and they're right. But the humble $1 bill can still get you plenty. Here are 21 possibilities.
Remember Where You Parked Your Car and More: 35 Practical Uses of a Digital Camera
Creativity, frugality, and, on occasion, desperation can inspire innovative uses of the digital camera. Whether it is a standalone device or part of a smartphone or PDA, don't leav
The 35 Best Ways to Spend Your Free Time (Frugally)
One way to spend less is to take up a fun hobby. Try one of these great ones, and you may even improve yourself and your bank account along the way too.
Ask the Readers: What Do You Do With Leftover Halloween Candy?
Tell us what you do with leftover Halloween candy and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
15 Surprising Insurance Policies You Might Need
For just about any life event, there's an insurance policy to cover it. Do you need one of these plans?