Craigslist can be a great resource. But if well-publicized stories about scams and other dangerous activities have you worried, follow these tips to keep safe.
Insurance is all about spreading the risk. A bunch of people buy insurance against the risk that a few of them will be the ones who get hit with a big bill that they couldn't pay.
With slimmer pickings in the housing market, bidding wars abound. Don't let your dream home get swept out from under you with these negotiation tricks.
I don't like to see good stores close. Especially an Aladdin's cave like The Discovery Store, which offers great educational toys and videos and is just a pleasure to walk around on a Saturday afternoon.
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How Safe Is Craigslist?
Craigslist can be a great resource. But if well-publicized stories about scams and other dangerous activities have you worried, follow these tips to keep safe.
Things to insure, things not to insure
Insurance is all about spreading the risk. A bunch of people buy insurance against the risk that a few of them will be the ones who get hit with a big bill that they couldn't pay.
A Million Bucks By 30: A Book Review
This digestible escapade from Alan Corey details his journey from fed-up college grad to self-made millionaire. But is it practical advice for you?
8 Personal Finance Lessons From "Parks and Recreation"
The staff at the Pawnee Parks and Recreation Department can teach us a lot about personal finance, whether they mean to or not.
5 Negotiation Tricks That’ll Win a Home Bidding War
With slimmer pickings in the housing market, bidding wars abound. Don't let your dream home get swept out from under you with these negotiation tricks.
21 Surprising and Delicious Ways to Cook Instant Ramen
Ramen is cheap, and these flavorful add-ins can make it healthier and/or tastier. Try one tonight!
How to Face These 7 Scary Facts About Retirement Saving
The familiar frights this time of year are make believe and not really scary. The facts about retirement may leave you cowering under the covers.
4 Easy Ways to Automate Your Everyday Life
Don't let the little things distract you from the big picture. Free your mind for bigger things by putting your life on autopilot.
How to Manage Money When You Hate Thinking About It
If the thought of managing your green has you seeing red, take heart; it doesn't have to be complicated!
Chill Your Sunscreen and 25 Other Beach Trip Hacks
Make the most out of beach days by keeping it clean, organized, and affordable. You'll wish you'd learned these tricks sooner this summer!
The 7 Things Every Frugal Person Should Have In Their Wallet
You never leave home without your wallet — and these seven items should always be inside!
My 2016 Budget Challenge: Job Creation
From sourcing vintage car parts to freelance photography, Max Wong is tackling her budget challenge by conjuring jobs out of thin air.
The 5 Best DSLR Cameras
For high-quality photos and video, don't trust your smartphone. Instead, get one of these excellent DSLRs.
7 Reasons Millennials Should Stop Being Afraid of the Stock Market
Young people aren't investing as much as they should be — and it's costing them. Get over these fears and start putting your money to work.
16 Cheap, Low-Cal Condiments to Brighten Up Boring Food
You can keep your food budget slim and make your meals delicious — turn flavorless food into delicacies with these condiments.
The Pros and Cons of Keeping All Your Accounts in One Bank
Are your money accounts all under one roof, or scattered near and far? There are pros and cons to both banking styles.
Why Timing Is Everything When Saving Money on Travel
Want a great holiday on a budget? Consider going there when no one else is.
7 Ways to Boost Your Finances While You Sleep
Making a little extra money isn't too hard. In fact, you may not even need to get out of bed.
Revel in a corporation's misfortune - all Discovery Channel stores to close
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9 Must-Have Items You Need to Create the Perfect Remote Office
Working from anywhere in the world is a freelancer's dream, but in order to make it a reality, you need the right office items.