Dreary drizzle might be demotivating, but there's no reason you can't get things done. The next time you're stuck inside, do one (or more!) of these 25 things.
If a bogus transaction gets posted to your bank account or credit card, you have almost complete protection--just notify the bank that the transaction wasn't authorized and they ha
According to the Bureau of Economic Analysis, the personal savings rate in May 2009 was 6.9%. This a 15 year high and a far cry from the negative savings rates of just a few yea
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25 Productive Things to Do on a Rainy Day
Dreary drizzle might be demotivating, but there's no reason you can't get things done. The next time you're stuck inside, do one (or more!) of these 25 things.
A 94-Year-Old's Take on Making Good Decisions
At 94, my grandmother is as independent, effervescent, and opinionated as ever, and she has some good (and surprising) advice about making decisions.
8 Ways to Keep Boredom from Destroying Your Budget
When there's nothing to do, it’s tempting to fill that void with something that costs money. Learn how to avoid those budget-busting boredom traps.
9 Home Improvements You Should Always Negotiate
Hiring pros to tackle your biggest home improvement projects is unavoidable. What is avoidable is paying exactly what they ask.
Guide to Better Style: The Curated Closet
Closet a mess? Wardrobe uninspiring? Take a look at how to transform the chaos into a collection that reflects your personal style.
11 Must-Packs for Your Summer Vacation
Want to save money on your summer trips? Make sure you pack these 11 items (plus, discover a few supposed "must haves" that you should leave at home).
Best Money Tips: The College Edition
Today, we are highlighting some awesome articles about finances in college!
Good Debt, Bad Debt
Whether debt is good or bad depends on how you spend the money. From best to worst, here are the four categories of debt that one writer uses.
How to Decide If Pet Insurance Is Worth the Cost
Pet insurance can cost a pretty penny, but it can also save you an arm and a leg.
The 5 Best Cozy Home Essentials
If you look around your living room or bedroom and don't immediately want to take a nap, something's missing.
11 Investing Tips You Wish You Could Tell Your Younger Self
If you could go back 20 years and give your younger you some investment advice, would it echo any of these 11 pearls of financial wisdom?
Check your statements
If a bogus transaction gets posted to your bank account or credit card, you have almost complete protection--just notify the bank that the transaction wasn't authorized and they ha
Don't Throw That Out! 19 Great Meals You Can Make From Scraps
Bet you didn't know you were wasting a lot of your food! Instead of tossing those food scraps, make a delicious meal with them!
Americans' savings rate up to almost 7% - who benefits?
According to the Bureau of Economic Analysis, the personal savings rate in May 2009 was 6.9%. This a 15 year high and a far cry from the negative savings rates of just a few yea
10 Ways to Salvage a Burnt Meal
So your dinner got a little overdone. Instead of throwing food (and money!) in the trash, save it instead.
The Only 16 Pieces a Man Needs in His Wardrobe
You don't need a lot of clothes to stock a man's wardrobe properly — just these timeless and versatile pieces.
6 Tips for Choosing The Right Home Safe
6 tips for selecting the right safe for your home based upon safety ratings, size and price.
Here's What Happens If You Don't Pay Your Taxes
If you think owing money to the mob sounds scary, try owing money to the federal government.
The 5 Best Descalers
Softening and cleaning hard water isn't easy, but it can be. Use any of these descalers and your H20 will be free of calcium deposits and limescale.
7 Online Workout Videos for Free or Cheap
If you can reach the Internet, you can get a great workout, led by an expert, for little or no cost. Try these channels that get your sweat on.