If you're looking to fight aging and keep your eyes looking gorgeous, you need the right eye cream. Try any of these five as part of your daily beauty routine.
Prompted by high prices (driven by demand from ethanol production), farmers planted more acres of corn last year than any year since 1944. This year, though, planned acres for cor
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It will not, I think, surprise my regular readers to hear that I like to read books about money. All kinds of books about money--not just books on personal finance and frugality,
When you’re in debt, it’s nearly impossible to save money. The money you save while paying off debt is not likely to earn as much interest as the interest you pay towards your debt
Amazon's Mechanical Turk is a service that allows people to hire several workers for tasks small and large. Discover how you can use the service to make extra money.
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17 Classic Desserts We All Miss
Bring a little air of nostalgia to your next potluck with one of these classically delicious desserts.
The Best Way to Freeze Produce and Meat
Pinch pennies while doing your part to stop food waste. Learn how to freeze everything from cheese to fruit.
6 Affordable Ways to Deter Burglars
Make thieves think twice before stepping foot on your property, with a little help from these super cheap security tricks.
The 5 Best Eye Creams
If you're looking to fight aging and keep your eyes looking gorgeous, you need the right eye cream. Try any of these five as part of your daily beauty routine.
5 Sobering Facts About Student Loan Debt
Higher education comes at a high cost. How much more debt can recent graduates bear?
Less corn planted, despite ethanol
Prompted by high prices (driven by demand from ethanol production), farmers planted more acres of corn last year than any year since 1944. This year, though, planned acres for cor
Free and cheap things to do in Champaign-Urbana
Here's a sampling of free and cheap things to do where I live--Champaign-Urbana, Illinois--offered up for my neighbors (who may not know all these places), for visitors (who may no
The Best Halloween Costumes Are Homemade
If you have a few hours to spare, you can pull together homemade Halloween costumes with super simple materials.
Book review: Towers of Gold
It will not, I think, surprise my regular readers to hear that I like to read books about money. All kinds of books about money--not just books on personal finance and frugality,
5 Effective Sleep Tips You Haven't Tried Yet
Tried every sleep aid out there? Here are 5 little known tips that work wonders for me.
Get Out of Debt First, Then Focus on Saving
When you’re in debt, it’s nearly impossible to save money. The money you save while paying off debt is not likely to earn as much interest as the interest you pay towards your debt
These 10 Money Podcasts Will Help You Save Tons
Make chore time personal finance time. Pop on a solid money podcast and start making sense of your dollars and cents.
Best Money Tips: Pantry and Freezer Staples You Should Buy in Bulk
Today we found articles on staples that are worth buying in bulk, strategies to increase the value of your estate, and how to make money on Airbnb.
You Might Be Breathing Wrong — Here's What You Should Do Instead
Many of us take breathing for granted and miss some of its benefits. Learn how to breathe right to feel less stressed and more energized.
5 Ways to Make Money With Amazon Mechanical Turk
Amazon's Mechanical Turk is a service that allows people to hire several workers for tasks small and large. Discover how you can use the service to make extra money.
All About Deflation
Deflation is back in the news, and for good reason: It's a real risk.
Kilowatts a Killer? Tips for Air-Drying Clothes
With electricity rates and propane prices rising, we learned in a big hurry how to dry our clothes with minimal dryer use.
How to Celebrate Earth Day
Help the planet (and save yourself some money) by celebrating Earth Day. Plus, learn ways to practice sustainability all year round.
5 Dumb 401(k) Mistakes Smart People Make
There are lots of ways to go wrong with a 401(k). Don't hurt your retirement with any of these common mistakes.
Tech Life: 8 Reasons Why You Shouldn’t Be an Early Adopter
It might be a boost for your ego, but it's a bummer for your wallet. Learn why avoiding early adoption saves you money — and gets you better tech.