Buying used isn't just about finding antiques or quirky vintage clothes. From cost to quality, discover why buying used is often smarter than buying new.
The conforming loan limit for home loans in the U.S. fell back to pre-2008 levels recently. Now lawmakers want to raise it again. Learn how it could affect you.
If you want your lips to look their fullest and the lip gloss isn't quite cutting it, lip liner is perfect for you. Try one of these on your next date night.
Would a good mother feed her children out of the Dumpster? My first encounter with a real live freegan leaves me wondering. Is helping save the earth and some money worth even t
One of the BlogHer featured posts talked about a mis-match between pay dates and credit card due dates. It reminded me of just how much I used to agonize over this issue, back bef
If your house is cluttered, it could be affecting your mind, too. The good news is that you can keep your home AND brain clean — even if you're naturally messy.
It's been a while since I did one of these video compilation posts, and the subject at hand is more than worthwhile. I thought I'd look around for innovative and inventive
Whether or not you think Walter White got the end he deserved, his rise and fall as a drug kingpin does have something to teach about sensible money management.
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6 Reasons Why Used Is Better
Buying used isn't just about finding antiques or quirky vintage clothes. From cost to quality, discover why buying used is often smarter than buying new.
Should Conforming Loan Limits Be Increased?
The conforming loan limit for home loans in the U.S. fell back to pre-2008 levels recently. Now lawmakers want to raise it again. Learn how it could affect you.
The Two Biggest Mistakes People Make When Starting to Live Frugally
If you're ready to live frugally, great! But if you want your frugal experiment to be a success, make sure you avoid these major mistakes.
4 Worst Reasons to Buy a House
You should buy a home because you want to — not because these myths make you believe it's a good idea.
10 Cool Ice Cream Cakes for Your Next Celebration
The last thing you need on a summer afternoon is a hot oven. Satisfy your guests sweet teeth and cool them off with an ice cream cake instead.
Save $100s Next Month With These 10 Grocery Shopping Tips
Slow your spendthrift ways with this grocery budget challenge — it will keep both your pantry and your wallet well-stocked!
Step-By-Step Guide to Rolling Over Your Old 401(k)
Rolling over your 401(k) isn’t necessarily fun, but it can be a vital to your financial future. Here's how to do it.
7 Little White Lies That Can Save You Money
Sometimes it's OK to fudge the truth in the name of saving money.
The 5 Best Lip Liners
If you want your lips to look their fullest and the lip gloss isn't quite cutting it, lip liner is perfect for you. Try one of these on your next date night.
Encounter With a Freegan
Would a good mother feed her children out of the Dumpster? My first encounter with a real live freegan leaves me wondering. Is helping save the earth and some money worth even t
How often do you get your paycheck?
One of the BlogHer featured posts talked about a mis-match between pay dates and credit card due dates. It reminded me of just how much I used to agonize over this issue, back bef
Talking Trash: Is Your Messy Mind the Cause of Your Messy House?
If your house is cluttered, it could be affecting your mind, too. The good news is that you can keep your home AND brain clean — even if you're naturally messy.
The many uses for empty plastic bottles
It's been a while since I did one of these video compilation posts, and the subject at hand is more than worthwhile. I thought I'd look around for innovative and inventive
21 Times Spending More Will Save You Money
Spending money to save money may sound counterintuitive, but these 21 buys will surely help you pinch pennies in the long-run.
12 Reasons Your Debt Isn't Diminishing
Uh oh — your debt burden has hardly budged from your initial starting balance. What are you doing wrong?
7 Financial Lessons From Breaking Bad
Whether or not you think Walter White got the end he deserved, his rise and fall as a drug kingpin does have something to teach about sensible money management.
How to Escape the Paycheck-to-Paycheck Cycle
Living the paycheck-to-paycheck life is stressful and miserable. But here's a way to escape!
10 Clever Ways to Keep Cool When It's Stupid Hot Out
It's almost July and that means it's hot out for most of you. Keep your cool without losing your shirt with some clever hot air hacks.
The 5 Best Routers
One of the biggest Internet rip-offs? Internet service providers charge you to rent their routers. Save money by getting one of these.
What to Do When Your Belongings Get Stolen Abroad
Losing your belongings or having them stolen while on vacation is a nightmare, but don't panic. Here's what you need to do.