From discovering the best areas and times to dive to knowing what to look out for and what gear you need, learn proven strategies for successful and safe dumpster diving.
New York is famously pricey, but it's also famously frugal, if you know where to look. Try some of these fun ways to take a $20 bite out of the Big Apple.
The problem with free is that it doesn't mean something is really free. It just means that someone else has paid for the product or service instead of you.
Black Friday is not the day for casual browsing! If you're going to shop, either online or in the store, use these tips from the Internet's top savings experts to prepare.
"Retail therapy" — shopping to help you feel better — is typically viewed with scorn. But some recent findings suggest that shopping can make you happy...if you do it right.
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Dumpster-Diving 101: 6 Strategies for Success
From discovering the best areas and times to dive to knowing what to look out for and what gear you need, learn proven strategies for successful and safe dumpster diving.
$20 in New York City: The 15 Best Ways to Spend It
New York is famously pricey, but it's also famously frugal, if you know where to look. Try some of these fun ways to take a $20 bite out of the Big Apple.
Save 50% or More on Local Stuff with Groupon and Others
An exploding field of new Web sites is delivering an elusive and desirable type of deal: Steep discounts on very local goods and services.
5 Times Buying the Extended Warranty Makes Sense
We usually advise readers to skip the extended warranty. But not always.
The Ethics of Free: Is it Wrong to Get Free Stuff?
The problem with free is that it doesn't mean something is really free. It just means that someone else has paid for the product or service instead of you.
The End of the 4% Rule?
There's a rule of thumb that's pretty well known to retirement planners: the 4% rule. That rule is starting to look kind of iffy.
Best Money Tips: Easy Ways to Protect Your Identity
Today we found articles on easy ways to protect your identity, activities that will make you happier every day, and uses for baking soda in your home.
Flashback Friday: 46 Easy Ways to Be More Productive
Workdays get hectic and sometimes it's difficult to focus. But you can turn all of that around with some easy productivity tricks.
8 Powerful Brain Hacks You Can Do in Under 2 Minutes
Your brain is a powerful tool! Make sure you're using its power for good.
Black Friday Tips From Money-Saving Experts
Black Friday is not the day for casual browsing! If you're going to shop, either online or in the store, use these tips from the Internet's top savings experts to prepare.
Retail Therapy: The Benefits of Shopping
"Retail therapy" — shopping to help you feel better — is typically viewed with scorn. But some recent findings suggest that shopping can make you happy...if you do it right.
Are You a Hothead? 10 Things Patient People Never Say
Sometimes even the best of us lose our cool. If you find yourself belting out any of these phrases frequently — you may need to tone it down.
Best Money Tips: Things Broke People Say
Today, we share the things that broke people, ways to boost your career, all-natural remedies to stress, and more!
12 Ideas for Cheap, Festive, Fall Decor
Fall has… fallen again... and that means festive decor. Make your home fit for the season with these fun, frugal fall projects.
Start Planning Now for When Your Target-Date Fund Ends
Target-date funds are a common way to help you save for retirement. But what happens when they actually hit their target?
Best Money Tips: How to Live With Only 100 Items
Today, we give you tips for living with less stuff, the things every frugal household should have, and the best time to ask for a raise.
Don’t Waste Your Money on Homeopathic “Remedies”
Homeopathy is seen by some as a legitimate way to treat illnesses. But is it just a complete waste of money?
8 Meatless Complete Proteins That Will Help You Lose Weight
Meatless Mondays are a great way to save money and improve your diet. Add these complete veggie proteins for even better health and fitness.
25 Hotel Hacks From Professional Travelers
From booking to bedtime, find out the shortcuts these pro travelers use to make hotel lodging cheaper, more convenient, and more comfortable.
How to Make Artisanal Bread on a Budget
Stop paying for those overpriced loaves when you can make delicious ones at home. It's great with soup!