Self-improvement can be hard, especially if we imagine making a change that will last the rest of our lives. To make a change stick, try it for 30 days first.
People might look at how I spend money and say I'm cheap or a tightwad. If they do, though, they're missing the point. The fact is, I'm much more interested in simplicity than I
What's the one thing worse than talking about a budget with your spouse? Grocery shopping. I live with a coupon cutter who insists we buy nothing that isn't bought with coupons. Bu
According to Michael Gurian, co-author of "Leadership and the Sexes" with Barbara Annis, men can be trained to understand women and women can be trained to respect men. In a teleph
Today we found helpful articles deals to look for in May, old tech that you should purge to save money and space, and why store closing sales aren’t sales at all.
Potatoes have gotten a rep as starchy and fattening. But recent studies suggest potatoes may contribute to weight loss, and they're as inexpensive and full of nutrition as ever.
With job loss on the rise and many people who can not afford medical insurance on their own, yet don't qualify for state or federal assistance, there are many who will skip medical
Many people have fallen victim to identity theft and credit fraud such that it's become essential for us to keep an eye on our credit. Most of the time, a fraud victim finds out a
This month a new repayment plan for federal student loans is going into effect that allows borrowers to base their monthly payments on their income after graduation. Here are some
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Change Your Life With a 30 Day Challenge
Self-improvement can be hard, especially if we imagine making a change that will last the rest of our lives. To make a change stick, try it for 30 days first.
Chill Out With These 6 Simple DIY Freezer Treats
Cool off this summer by making these easy, affordable, and — most importantly — tasty frozen treats!
Stop! Don't Cut Up Your Credit Cards
Put down the scissors, and step away from the plastic! You can catch up on credit card debt in much smarter ways than chopping up your cards.
Simplicity and being cheap
People might look at how I spend money and say I'm cheap or a tightwad. If they do, though, they're missing the point. The fact is, I'm much more interested in simplicity than I
6 Side Jobs for People Who Are Good With Money
Do you have a way with wampum? Put your money-savvy skills to work by picking up a side job and earning some extra cash.
Ask the Readers: What Is on Your Summer Bucket List?
Tell us about your summer bucket list and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
The Great Coupon Debate
What's the one thing worse than talking about a budget with your spouse? Grocery shopping. I live with a coupon cutter who insists we buy nothing that isn't bought with coupons. Bu
Ask the Readers: What Are Your Favorite Low-Cost Hobbies?
Tell us about your favorite low-cost hobbies and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
Can Men Be Trained To Understand Women?
According to Michael Gurian, co-author of "Leadership and the Sexes" with Barbara Annis, men can be trained to understand women and women can be trained to respect men. In a teleph
Best Money Tips: Deals and Steals for May
Today we found helpful articles deals to look for in May, old tech that you should purge to save money and space, and why store closing sales aren’t sales at all.
End Potato Prejudice: 10 Reasons Why You Should Eat Potatoes
Potatoes have gotten a rep as starchy and fattening. But recent studies suggest potatoes may contribute to weight loss, and they're as inexpensive and full of nutrition as ever.
Shrink Your Utility Bill by Plugging These Surprising Home Energy Leaks
Big utility bill sinking your budget? Make the planet and your wallet greener by plugging up these five surprising home energy leaks.
The New Costco Anywhere Visa Card by Citi Is Good News for Costco Shoppers
Curious how the new Costco card stacks up? Here’s everything you need to know about the Costco Anywhere Visa Card by Citi.
5 Places to Check out Medical Care for the Uninsured
With job loss on the rise and many people who can not afford medical insurance on their own, yet don't qualify for state or federal assistance, there are many who will skip medical
10 Cool Tool Gifts for Fixer Uppers
For the DIYer nothing brings holiday cheer as well as the right tool for the job. Find it in this collection of gifts that get 'er done.
7 Free and Low Cost Ways To Protect Your Credit
Many people have fallen victim to identity theft and credit fraud such that it's become essential for us to keep an eye on our credit. Most of the time, a fraud victim finds out a
New Income Based Federal Student Loans Repayment Plan - Can You Benefit?
This month a new repayment plan for federal student loans is going into effect that allows borrowers to base their monthly payments on their income after graduation. Here are some
6 Terrible Money Situations You Need to Stop Getting Yourself Into
Some money woes are unavoidable — but some are. It's high time to stop putting yourself in these terrible spending situations.
7 Ways to Avoid Credit Card Fraud While Traveling
It's easy to get discombobulated when traveling. Follow these simple rules to card security, and your credit will stay combobulated the whole way.
6 Dumb Places You’re Leaving Your Money
Cash is king… when it comes to keeping you broke. Once you have an emergency fund, start hiding your cash where it can grow, too.