If you read frugality and simplicity blogs for any length of time, you'll run into a lot of people who take great joy in having simplified their lives. Gradually simplifying y
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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Want to stay in San Francisco but don't want to pay an arm and a leg? Want more out of that $100 + a night stay in the city in the way of personality? Want some place that'
Wow. I guess pigs may just fly after all. Because, believe it or not, the goverment is actually paying out the economic stimulus checks ahead of schedule. And that means you could
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Finding joy in temporary frugality
If you read frugality and simplicity blogs for any length of time, you'll run into a lot of people who take great joy in having simplified their lives. Gradually simplifying y
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.
Best Money Tips: 70 Useful Things You Can Get For Free
Today we found articles on valuable things you can get for free, financial accounts you need for a richer life, and how to do expensive hobbies on a budget.
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!
Here's Why a 30-Year Mortgage Is a Smart Financial Choice
A 15-year mortgage is a lot cheaper than a 30-year mortgage. You should probably choose the 30-year loan anyway.
“If you've got an area of excellence…rich can be arranged.”
That’s part of a quote from a great Martin Scorcese movie – The Color Of Money. Certainly not in my top 10, it has Tom Cruise in it after all, but it had some sparkling dialogue fr
12 Smart Post-Holiday Moves
Holiday spending may have turned your finances into a mess. Get back on track and make the new year all about the new financial you.
Is daylight-saving time a complete waste of energy?
This weekend the clocks “spring forward.” I’m not a huge fan of DST . In fact, I’m not a fan of anything that steals
Best Money Tips: How to Ask for a Raise
Today we found some fantastic articles on how to ask for a raise, saving on summer camp, and signs you need a vacation.
Speed Past Car Debt With This Simple Timing Trick
Satisfy your craving for that new car smell and get your household out of vehicle debt by staggering new car purchases every six years.
Ask the Readers: What Are You Most Looking Forward to in 2012?
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4 Ways to Reduce Your Tax Bill With Bonds
Everyone knows bonds can add diversity and stability to your portfolio. Even better? Many can reduce your taxes, too.
Joy of Life Club
Want to stay in San Francisco but don't want to pay an arm and a leg? Want more out of that $100 + a night stay in the city in the way of personality? Want some place that'
9 Things That Cost More in 2016
If you're looking to be frugal in 2016, these price hikes certainly won't be helping your cause.
Your stimulus check is on its way!
Wow. I guess pigs may just fly after all. Because, believe it or not, the goverment is actually paying out the economic stimulus checks ahead of schedule. And that means you could
Ask the Readers: What Subscriptions Do You Pay For?
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Best Money Tips: Income Ideas for Seniors
Today we found some fantastic articles on income ideas for seniors, frugal gifts for Mother's Day, and signs it's time to look for a new job.
Ask the Readers: Have You Started Holiday Prep?
Tell us if you've started to prep for the holidays and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
Ask the Readers: What Is the Best Lesson You Learned From Your Mom?
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