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
Did you know that even after turning everything off in your home, you are still paying for electricity consumption you may be unaware of? If you’re like me, that should get both th
You don’t have to be a fortune 500 (or even a fortune 500,000) company to take advantage of these tips for good business practice. In fact, some of the best small businesses hav
Money or not, things around the house need fixing, painting and up keep that goes beyond DIY. It might be a good time to look around your neighborhood for someone who'll trade his
These days, it’s pretty much accepted practice to have a high carbon diet — the tomatoes in your salad may have ridden on a truck for days to get to you and the fish you’re grillin
Despite cultural differences, language barriers, and economical disparities around the world, I discovered that we all seem to be fighting the same demons and striving for the same
Is there a link between having a modern society and having a western society? The vast economic and military power of the United States (and before that, the United Kingdom) has m
I've grown up hearing the phrase, "If it ain't broke, don't fix it." It never occurred to me that this saying could apply to a frugal lifestyle. How often do you really wear some
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.
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If you’re a retro gaming fan looking to hook up your NES, Super NES, Genesis, Turbo Grafx-16, or other pre-PlayStation era video game consoles for a few hours of old school enterta
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We are so excited to be mentioned in the most recent print issue of TIME magazine. Readers looking here for blog posts by myself or our other bloggers will find that we have a wid
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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
Green Switch for Green Savings
Did you know that even after turning everything off in your home, you are still paying for electricity consumption you may be unaware of? If you’re like me, that should get both th
How to Get Rid of Your Old Electronics
These four responsible ways to dispose of old electronics will keep them the out of landfills and may even put a little more money in your pocket.
Six Tips to Good Business Management
You don’t have to be a fortune 500 (or even a fortune 500,000) company to take advantage of these tips for good business practice. In fact, some of the best small businesses hav
The Art of the Trade
Money or not, things around the house need fixing, painting and up keep that goes beyond DIY. It might be a good time to look around your neighborhood for someone who'll trade his
Low-Carb: Less Carbon in Your Meals?
These days, it’s pretty much accepted practice to have a high carbon diet — the tomatoes in your salad may have ridden on a truck for days to get to you and the fish you’re grillin
Quality of Life
Despite cultural differences, language barriers, and economical disparities around the world, I discovered that we all seem to be fighting the same demons and striving for the same
Book Review: The Post American World
Is there a link between having a modern society and having a western society? The vast economic and military power of the United States (and before that, the United Kingdom) has m
Best Money Tips: 41 Quick Money Making Ideas That Work
Today we found helpful articles on quick money making ideas that actually work, emergency preparedness hacks, and the best things to buy from Amazon.
How to Choose the Best Tax Preparer
April 15 is almost here! Can you trust your tax preparer?
The Art of Wearing Things Out, and Then Some
I've grown up hearing the phrase, "If it ain't broke, don't fix it." It never occurred to me that this saying could apply to a frugal lifestyle. How often do you really wear some
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: Ways to Use Luck to Stretch Your Budget
Today we found helpful articles on ways to use luck to stretch your budget, how to make your laundry routine more eco-friendly, and grilling tips for newbies.
The 5 Best Small Appliances for Students
Make your dorm room feel like home with these appliances that make it easy eat, caffeinate, clean, and more.
How Retro Gamers Can Game on the Cheap
If you’re a retro gaming fan looking to hook up your NES, Super NES, Genesis, Turbo Grafx-16, or other pre-PlayStation era video game consoles for a few hours of old school enterta
The Only 5 Rules of Home Buying You Need to Know
Buying a home can be seem scary — and complicated. But if you keep these basics in mind, you'll soon have the home of your dreams.
8 Ways to Save on Accommodations Online
Believe it or not, you can pay less for your accommodations while traveling… or even get them for free!
Should Life Insurance Be Purchased as an Investment?
From term insurance to whole life, what you should know.
DIY Entertainment--A Recipe for the Recession
Live in one of those godforsaken next to the highway hamlets? Pining for a night out on the town but can't afford it? Don't sit home. DIY your own entertainment and bring some liv
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