If you let your home insurance lapse, your bank can force you to pay insurance that can cost 5 to 10 times as much. Learn how to avoid this predicament.
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Is it possible to save the planet while saving money? Reformed consumer Max Wong shares some of her thoughts on the difference between frugality and mindfulness.
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Don't Let Your Bank Pick Your Homeowner's Insurance
If you let your home insurance lapse, your bank can force you to pay insurance that can cost 5 to 10 times as much. Learn how to avoid this predicament.
Start Saving More With This One, Simple Tool
If you're struggling to get by paycheck to paycheck, a spending book will help track where your money is going — and where you can start saving.
ChexSystems: What It Is, and How It Can Make It Difficult for You to Open a Bank Account
Most of us know that looking at our credit report is part of maintaining financial health, but what about our banking report? Enter ChexSystems.
4 Common Household Leaks You Can Fix Without a Plumber
If your water bill is rising, and you can't afford a plumber, roll up your sleeves and find and fix those costly leaks yourself. You can do this!
5 Ways to Dodge Peer Pressure to Spend
How do you resist the urge to spend money when you're with less-than-frugal friends? 5 tips inside.
Best Money Tips: Money Moves to Make on Black Friday
Today we found articles on money moves to make on Black Friday, when to replace common household items, and foods that can change your brain.
Miser v. Stunna: A Case Study
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25 Ways to Save $5 This Week
Small changes can make a big difference to your savings account. Jump-start your savings with these 25 easy ways to put away $5.
The Compact: Mindfulness and Frugality Through Buying Used
Is it possible to save the planet while saving money? Reformed consumer Max Wong shares some of her thoughts on the difference between frugality and mindfulness.
Best Money Tips: Lower the Cost of Raising a Child
Today we found some stellar articles on lowering the cost of raising a child, meal starters to keep in your kitchen, and financial tips for newlyweds.
Why Cruises Are the Best Option for a Cheap Family Vacation
Looking to book a family getaway that won't break the budget? Search no more and head to the high seas!
Join Our Tweetchat on Thursday 1/14, 12pm Pacific for a Chance to Win Prizes
Topic: Using Social Media to Save Money! Join our conversation for chance to win Amazon gift cards! Use #WBChat to participate!
Ask the Readers: Should Personal Finance be Taught in Schools?
Tell us whether or not you think personal finance should be taught in schools for a chance to win 1 of 3 $20 Amazon gift certificates!
The 5 Best Espresso Makers
"I drink espresso" isn't an excuse to waste money at the coffee shop. Save money by making it yourself at home with one of these great machines.
8 Ways Valentine's Day Picks Your Pocket
On Valentine's Day, you want to show your loved ones how much they mean to you. Just watch out for these common, Cupid-themed money traps.
5 Ways the Canadian Dollar Decline Will Impact Your Wallet
The loonie is at its lowest value relative to the dollar in 13 years. How will our northern neighbor’s economy affect our own wallets?
5 Good Money Management Habits You Already Have
If you already have these good habits, pat yourself on the back! You're well on your way to great money management skills.
10 Questions to Ask Before You Sell a Stock or a Fund
To sell, or not to sell? Ask yourself these 10 questions before you let go of a stock or fund.
Get Up and Get Out: How to Find Cheap Local Events
Whether you're in a city or a small town, chances are that fun and cheap local events are happening all around. Here's how to find them.
Why You Should Always "Get It in Writing"
"Get it in writing" may be the oldest piece of frugal living advice ever given. Learn why.