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10 Things I Just Won’t Do to Save Money

Turn down money-saving opportunities? Yup! One very frugal writer shares the questionable and straight-up dumb ways he won't save money.

5 Wild Rides You Can Absolutely Afford

Have you ever wanted to zip around on a jetpack, or catch a ride on the world's longest bus? Guess what — you can, and for cheaper than you think.

Best Money Tips: Tax Deductions for Employees Who Work From Home

Today we found some great articles on tax deductions for employees who work from home, creating a spending plan, and what matters in matters of love and finance.

When poor folks have better crap than you

Every notice how upset people get, when someone poorer than them has better crap? I'm talking about the guy agonizing over whether to spring for a 32-inch flat screen who find

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Blergh! Could you eat these strange canned foods?

I was raised on canned food. We never had much money, so my folks bought food in cans because it lasted forever, it was cheap and, if dented or without a label, really really cheap

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10 Productivity Tips for IT Professionals

We all know that technology can be a distraction. But we can turn the tables and increase our productivity by using tech tools to keep track of time, collaborate, and stay on task.

12 Foods Everybody Should Be Able to Cook by 30

The time for ramen has passed. By 30, you oughta be a master at preparing these 12 simple staples.

Designing your life

Key decisions that you make—especially when you're young, but also later—have implications that ripple through the whole rest of your life. People treat these early

7 Great Jobs that Offer College Loan Forgiveness

Paying for a college education can last up to 20 years post-graduation. These seven careers are not only growing in opportunity, but they can som

What's the Best Way to Get out of Debt?

Debt is the hottest topic on personal finance blogs around the world. Why? I would venture to guess it is because so many people are drowning in it

Best Money Tips: Free Activities to Get Your Creative Juices Flowing

Today we found some fantastic articles on free activities to get your creative juices flowing, what to do if you lose your job, and talking about money with your honey.

Best Money Tips: Fall Trends on a Budget

Today we found some great articles on fall trends on a budget, surviving losing your job, and things happy couples do differently.

More Living a Life of Weisure - 15 Suggestions to Help You Keep the "L" In Your Leisure-Time

If living a life of weisure is not your cup of tea, then here are some suggestions that might help you to make the most of your free time.

The 6 Worst Resolutions Most of Us Will Make for 2014

You'll probably be making one (or more) of these terrible — and common — New Year Resolutions. Here's how to make them stick.

Summer Freebies and Bargains for Kids

The best thing about public school is that it keeps kids occupied and not spending money for six hours a day or more. Now that it's summer, here re seven ideas for free or very che

Best Money Tips: Tips for a Better Retirement

Today we found some stellar articles on having a better retirement, getting ahead when living paycheck to paycheck, and sticking to your resolutions.

Budgeting Tricks for Parents

Being a parent, you may be able to admit (at least to yourself) that you enjoy indulging your children even if it is to the detriment of your budget. Here are some tips to help you

Best Money Tips: Easier Ways to Save on Groceries

Today we found some amazing articles on easier ways to save on groceries, tools to help pay off debt and reach goals, and ways college students waste money.