It’s the American Nightmare: your neighbor, in an effort to avoid foreclosure, sells his house for thousands less than he paid two years ago, causing your home to plummet in value.
Auto insurance is one of those pesky, nagging things, almost like a tiny leech. It sucks money away and we're not even always aware of it, at least until we have to write another c
I love sweets, but by the time December gift-giving comes around, I can feel my cavities forming. Here are some savory alternatives to traditional sugary gifts.
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Divining Your Home’s Value, The Quick-and-Dirty Way
It’s the American Nightmare: your neighbor, in an effort to avoid foreclosure, sells his house for thousands less than he paid two years ago, causing your home to plummet in value.
Why Do We Feel Buyer’s Remorse, Anyway?
The rush from that big, must-have purchase only lasts a short while before dreaded buyer’s remorse sets in. How come?
4 Tips to Save on Car Insurance
Auto insurance is one of those pesky, nagging things, almost like a tiny leech. It sucks money away and we're not even always aware of it, at least until we have to write another c
7 Money Leaks You Need to Plug
You're dumping cash out the window (sometimes literally) if you don't plug these money leaks ASAP.
How to Save Over $1000 on Your Next Backpacking Trip
Having the right equipment for a backpacking trip can get really expensive really quick. Learn from my mistakes and save over $1000.
EpiPens and Other Ways Companies Have Profited From Your Pain
The EpiPen price hike is no special circumstance. Pharmaceutical companies are making bank on your illness, one pill at a time.
When Your Employer Dumps You
Being dumped by your employer hurts as bad, or worse, than being dumped by a romantic interest. Learn how to handle being jilted by your job.
34 Ways to Come Up With the Rent Before the Month Ends
Tight on cash? There are plenty of ways to get that rent money before the 1st of the month.
7 Savory Food Gifts
I love sweets, but by the time December gift-giving comes around, I can feel my cavities forming. Here are some savory alternatives to traditional sugary gifts.
The Absolute Worst Ways to Ask for a Raise
You deserve a raise. You know you do! But ask the wrong way, and you won't get a dime.
Excel: The Most Underrated Software You Already Own
Want to save yourself hours of mindless work and look really smart at your job? Then you need to learn how to use Excel.
How to Protect Elderly Loved Ones From Financial Scams
Don't let con artists prey on your elderly loved ones. You can help protect them, and their money, from financial predators.
10 Stupid Shopping Mistakes Even Smart People Make
Sometimes we're not as thrifty as we think we are. Avoid these shopping slip-ups and bring home more for less every time.
How to Spend Less On Last-Minute Holiday Travel
You don't need to empty your bank account just to get out of town for the holidays.
5 Times a Gym Membership Isn't Worth It
Exercise is one key to frugal living — but that gym membership may be a waste of dough. Go ahead, ditch the gym and commit to truly frugal fitness.
8 Easy Home Maintenance To-Dos for Spring
Spring is in the air and that means home repair. Welcome the warmer days with these must-do maintenance projects.
6 Products That Cost More for Women Than for Men
Ever notice that blue razors cost less than pink ones? Stop letting gender-based packaging and marketing sabotage your budget.
10 Ways to Make Meeting New People Fun and Easy
Meeting new people can be nerve-wracking. Get social with confidence with some surefire ice-breakers and meet and greet basics.
Top Three Tax Facts to Know for 2016
Hasn't tax day already come and gone? Yes, but it's never too early to start worrying about next year's taxes.
8 Sacrifices That Will Supercharge Your Debt Payoff
They won't seem like sacrifices when debt is no longer hanging over your head.