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As I got older, I started caring a bit more about the kinds of chemicals that I was putting on my hair and skin, so I decided to grow my gray out for a while.
Today we found articles on major Black Friday myths that retailers want you to fall for, ways to avoid paying bank fees, and things that we’ve been doing wrong all our lives.
The early (tax) bird gets the worm — and reduces the chance it'll be a victim of identity theft. Start your 2016 tax prep now, and skip all the stress in April.
Today we found some great articles on late retirement planning tips, how to hedge against gas price increases, and clever ways to pay for your kids' college.
Today we found some great articles on foods you should never buy again, strategies for dealing with toxic people, and free things that extremely happy people do every day.
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I don't know why, but I get some kind of perverse pleasure from watching scammers get caught in the act. Maybe it's the consumer watchdog in me? Anyway, in the UK there's a fabulous consumer show called House Of Horrors. [more]
Lunch hour has become recess, a chance to unwind and play a little bit. But it doesn't have to be. Those 45 minutes every day can be the reason you go to work and just the time you
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Book Review: The Post American World
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Best Money Tips: Throwing a Yard Sale When You Live in an Apartment
Today we found some fantastic articles on throwing a yard sale if you live in an apartment, networking for jobs, and children and allowance.
What to Buy (and Avoid Buying) in August
Hard to believe summer is almost gone — almost as hard to believe as the deals you can find on lawn and garden supplies and LCD TVs.
Would You Stop Coloring Your Hair?
As I got older, I started caring a bit more about the kinds of chemicals that I was putting on my hair and skin, so I decided to grow my gray out for a while.
The 5 Best Small Appliances for Students
Make your dorm room feel like home with these appliances that make it easy eat, caffeinate, clean, and more.
10 Green Gifts for the Treehugger in Your Life
Reduce your carbon footprint and make someone happy with these awesome green gift ideas.
Best Money Tips: Don't Fall for These Black Friday Myths
Today we found articles on major Black Friday myths that retailers want you to fall for, ways to avoid paying bank fees, and things that we’ve been doing wrong all our lives.
Get Your Money Sooner by Starting 2016 Tax Prep Now
The early (tax) bird gets the worm — and reduces the chance it'll be a victim of identity theft. Start your 2016 tax prep now, and skip all the stress in April.
You Won't Believe How Much These 10 Rare Coins Are Worth
Check your couch and your piggy bank, and if you find any of these super pricey coins, don't waste them on a pack of gum!
3 TV Must-Haves Once You Cut the Cable Cord
Cutting the cable cord is a great way to save money. These services and gizmos will make the snip a snap.
4 Times You Should Splurge and Hire a Pro
You probably already hire a pro when it comes to plumbing and dentistry. Here are four common DIY tasks you probably should hire out for, too.
7 Times You're Wasting Mental Energy Without Realizing It
Feeling exhausted? Nearing burnout? It may be because of these unexpected drags on your mental energy. Get rid of them and get more energy.
Best Money Tips: Late Retirement Planning Tips
Today we found some great articles on late retirement planning tips, how to hedge against gas price increases, and clever ways to pay for your kids' college.
Why Scientists Say You Should Be Committing the 7 Deadly Sins
Sloth, Pride, Gluttony — go for it! It turns out that sinning — in moderation — is probably actually good for you.
4 Ways to Use Your Food That Don't Involve Eating
For some DIY beauty treatment, pest control, cleaning, or decorating — check the pantry. These delicious foods serve double duty.
Best Money Tips: 25 Foods You Should Never Buy Again
Today we found some great articles on foods you should never buy again, strategies for dealing with toxic people, and free things that extremely happy people do every day.
Do you have what you want… and do you want what you have?
Sometimes, being frugal means not just saving money; sometimes it means not spending any at all. There’s been a growing preoccupation with working more to earn more--to buy more; y
Shoddy PC repair tech caught in sting operation.
I don't know why, but I get some kind of perverse pleasure from watching scammers get caught in the act. Maybe it's the consumer watchdog in me? Anyway, in the UK there's a fabulous consumer show called House Of Horrors. [more]
Quit wasting your lunch hour on lunch (or how you can change your life in just 45 minutes a day)
Lunch hour has become recess, a chance to unwind and play a little bit. But it doesn't have to be. Those 45 minutes every day can be the reason you go to work and just the time you
The Parable of The Flat-Screen TV
A carefully considered purchase is a wise purchase. On the other end of the spectrum? Meet Dan and his not-so-new flat-screen TV.