Skip that expensive movie theater trip. Instead, follow these suggestions to host a great movie night at home, featuring comfy seating and amazing snacks.
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The fact is, you can pretty easily get 30% or more on investments that are not only very safe but come with built-in inflation protection. But don't get too excited.
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Today we found articles on meal planning tips for busy couples, summer destinations that won’t break the bank, and how to save money on things you can’t live without.
Want to eat a cheap, healthy diet? Want some recipes that use real food instead of packaged food products? Want to argue about how much it costs to feed a family a healthy diet?
Backpacking is a great way to discover the scenery and drama that can be found within our nation's parks. And these multiday treks are worth the effort.
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How to Host an Awesome Frugal Movie Night
Skip that expensive movie theater trip. Instead, follow these suggestions to host a great movie night at home, featuring comfy seating and amazing snacks.
Best Money Tips: Growing Your Own Garden
Today we found some fantastic articles on growing your own garden, garage sale tips, and odd ball costs of having kids.
Making the most of your guilty pleasures
I've been trying to come up with a way to articulate the mental shift from being not-frugal to being frugal. It's not really about wanting to spend less, and it's certainly not about making do with less. [more]
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21 Teeny-Tiny Ways to Save
If you're frustrated because you can't save big, start small! Try these teeny-tiny (and easy!) tricks for saving cash.
Frugality: a tactic, but also a goal
I was going to write a piece on how frugality was a tactic, not a goal. The point I wanted to make was that the goal is living the life you want to live, and that frugality is a ta
Link Love was made for You and Me
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Best Money Tips: Bad Money Advice You Should Run Far, Far Away From
Today we found articles on bad financial advice you should ignore, how to shop smart at Costco, and easy ways to save money on your energy bills.
Unexpected, Delicious Drinks You Can Make at Home
Think you have to go out for bubble tea, mango lassis, and ultra-fancy cocktails? No way. Make your own with these recipes.
What Happens to a Student Credit Card After You Graduate?
Getting a credit card in college is a great way to build credit when you're young. But what should you do with the card after you graduate?
How a New Marriage Can Survive Student Loan Debt
Wedding bells may be ushering in more than new nuptials. If you or your spouse has student loans, there are a few key things to consider.
Huge Tax-Free Investment Returns
The fact is, you can pretty easily get 30% or more on investments that are not only very safe but come with built-in inflation protection. But don't get too excited.
Video Resumes and 5 Other Cool Tricks to Land the Job
Stand out from the masses with these clever and creative job-hunting tactics. You're hired!
A second emergency fund you never spend?
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Best Money Tips: Meal Planning Tips for Busy Couples
Today we found articles on meal planning tips for busy couples, summer destinations that won’t break the bank, and how to save money on things you can’t live without.
4 Risky Life Decisions That Millionaires Made — But You Shouldn't
Sure, some of the most successful and wealthy people in the world have quit school, but does that mean you should too? Uh, no.
Healthy recipes--with cost data
Want to eat a cheap, healthy diet? Want some recipes that use real food instead of packaged food products? Want to argue about how much it costs to feed a family a healthy diet?
Best Money Tips: Save Money on Dental Care
Today we found some fantastic articles on saving on dental care, uses for plastic bags, and cutting back on home expenses.
5 Breathtaking Multiday Treks to Do in National Parks This Summer
Backpacking is a great way to discover the scenery and drama that can be found within our nation's parks. And these multiday treks are worth the effort.
6 Tricks for a Better Netflix Experience
Pass the popcorn and add these smart Netflix hacks to your next movie night.