You might think impulse buys are impossible to resist, but if you train your brain with pre-commitment mechanisms, you can fight those urges and save money in the process.
Even when you aren't applying for a credit card or loan, your credit score can be affected by a variety of actions — even forgetting to return your library books.
My dad was a child of the Great Depression, and those challenging years solidified a financial philosophy and simple lifestyle that's worth a new look today.
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9 Simple Ways to Stop Impulse Buying
I can't tell you that changing your shopping habits will be easy, but these simple strategies can help you lock down your impulse spending.
2-Minute Read: What You Need to Know About Credit Reports
Your credit report includes important information used to determine your creditworthiness. Do you understand everything on it?
How a Credit Card Can Actually Help You Get Out of Debt
Is paying off debt with a credit card ever a good idea? In some cases, yes.
Fresh Fruits and Vegetables, By the Month
Not sure which fruits and vegetables are 'in season'? Here's a handy list to help you out!
How Pre-Commitment Mechanisms Can Help You Resist Impulse Buys
You might think impulse buys are impossible to resist, but if you train your brain with pre-commitment mechanisms, you can fight those urges and save money in the process.
12 Lessons in Manners From Around the World
Don't tip in Tokyo and don't bring wine to a dinner party in Paris. Follow these and 10 other tips in etiquette to stay classy wherever you are.
9 Problems You Can't Solve With Money
Many problems we face require us to spend money to solve them. Use the three-step plan to decide if the solution is worth the cost.
5 Hair Conditioners You Can Make at Home
No matter what kind of hair you have, you can keep it beautiful naturally with one of these five simple, natural homemade hair conditioners.
25 Things to Throw Out Today
Do you have any of these items lurking in your home that should be thrown (or given) away? Here's a list of 25 things to get rid of right now.
10 Surprising Ways to Negatively Affect Your Credit Score
Even when you aren't applying for a credit card or loan, your credit score can be affected by a variety of actions — even forgetting to return your library books.
What Can You Buy for $1 These Days?
They say $1 ain't what it used to be, and they're right. But the humble $1 bill can still get you plenty. Here are 21 possibilities.
10 Less Awkward Ways to Ask a Friend for Your Money Back
Friendships can easily be ruined by borrowed money. But if you're looking to get your loan repaid, here's how to do it with minimal awkwardness.
5 Reasons Why Life Insurance Isn't Just for Old People
Life insurance protects the ones we love in case the worst should happen. That's why you shouldn't wait to buy some.
Ask the Readers: What Is Your Favorite Productivity Tool?
Tell us about your favorite productivity tool and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
Lessons From My Frugal Father
My dad was a child of the Great Depression, and those challenging years solidified a financial philosophy and simple lifestyle that's worth a new look today.
Remove Car Dents Quickly and Cheaply
Dents suck. And so does the cost to repair them. Here are quick and cheap ways to remove dents.
10 Favorite Mail-Order Websites
Here are my 10 mail-order websites that I love for their great customer service and quality products.
20 Things to Have on Hand for Power Outages
Stocking these affordable items will make your experience safe, bearable, and even fun.
7 Easy Ways to Build an Emergency Fund From $0
When your latest financial emergency is that you can't afford an emergency, it's time to start building that safety net — quickly!
5 Jobs Proven to Make You Live Longer
Every job has its pros and cons. Choose one of these five careers and the stats say you will extend your life — by years.