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Best Money Tips: Slash Your Cell Phone Bill
Today we found some fantastic articles on slashing your cell phone bill, keys to a frugal retirement, and health insurance for the unemployed.
5 Myths About Money in Retirement
The path to retirement is full of obstacles. Don't let these money myths lead you astray.
20 Great Frugal Skills — and How to Get Them
Independence is at the heart of frugality. But to be independent, you need skills. Here are 20 easy-to-learn skills that can save you money.
20 Free Ways to Show You Care
Want to express your gratitude, love, or respect? Show how much you care (not how much money you have) with one of these great ideas.
20 Ways to Make Family Camping Easy
A family camping trip might sound like a chaotic adventure, but there lots are ways to make it effortless and fun.
It's all your money
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Best Money Tips: Teaching Kids About Money
Today we found some great articles on teaching kids about money, things that are causing your bills to skyrocket, and the best ways to make extra money.
The Smart Way to Talk About Money on Your First Date
Money may be a mood-killer conversation topic on a first date, so try these subtler ways to uncover your date's attitude toward money.
How These 6 Assets Might Affect Student Financial Aid Eligibility
Financial aid is a huge help for every college student. Let's break down exactly what the FAFSA considers in its calculation.
Go Ahead -- Take Candy From a Baby
One frugal mom recycles that Halloween loot for the Christmas stockings. Even if you don't go that far, now is the time to start thinking about stocking-stuffer sweets.
The "I Knew It!" Benefit of Expense Tracking
It's worth tracking your spending because it's the only way to learn where your money is going. But it's worth doing for another reason as well.
The new face of poverty is fat
Twenty years ago, I parked at a supermarket, near where a poor family had just parked. I knew they were poor, because they looked like poor folks are supposed to look: Their clot
Best Money Tips: Money Lessons from Santa
Today we found some awesome articles on money lessons from Santa, holiday events that won't tax your wallet, and saving by doing little things.
How to Escape Reward Card Spending Traps
Even savvy shoppers can get sucked into credit card traps. Get the benefits of a rewards card and avoid the pitfalls by developing these habits.
10 Easy Holiday Lighting Hacks
Get that festive glow the frugal way with these helpful Christmas lighting hacks.
5 Latin American Markets to Watch
For those with a greater risk tolerance, growing Latin American economies offer opportunity. Is there room in your portfolio for a trip south?
How to Save Money by Going (Mostly) Meatless
By making a few clever substitutions, you can save money going (mostly) meatless — and make food that tastes so good, you won't even miss the meat.
Best Money Tips: Cheap (and Creative) Valentine's Day Ideas
Today we found some great articles on cheap and creative Valentine's Day ideas, updating your life without emptying your wallet, and paying down debt.