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If you're a fan of Office Space (shame on you if you're not) you will know of Milton's obsession with his Swingline stapler. Well, in exchange for about 2 minutes of yo
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Best Money Tips: How to Treat Sunburned Eyes
Today we found articles on how to treat sunburned eyes, mistakes to avoid before a long flight, and cheap but amazing organization ideas.
Here's Why You Shouldn't Freak Out If You Miss a Payment Due Date
That bill's due date has come… and passed. How long do you have before it's "officially" late?
A Note on Consumer Justice
Remember my lamps? These lamps? I’m not surprised if you don’t—I mentioned th
For Best Results, Turn Your Kid's Pants Inside Out
Designer kids’ clothes are not cheap. And while boutique looks are adorable and all the rage for younger tots, they don’t exactly fit into our
From Sweet Tea to Chai: Delicious Homemade Tea Recipes
Hot or cold, tea is a remarkably versatile beverage. Whether simple or fancy, hot or cold, discover 10 delicious and frugal ways to enjoy tea.
Manage your charitable giving
Are you one of the people who responds to begging letters from national charitable organizations by occasionally sending money? I used to do that. In my case, it was mostly envir
Best Money Tips: 20 Awesome Target Shopping Hacks
Today we found awesome Target shopping hacks, over 100 small ways to save big, and an easy way to deep clean your kitchen like a pro.
12 Annoying Bank Fees and How to Avoid Them
Account fees have become big business for banks and a major drain on consumers’ pocketbooks. Protect your balance by avoiding these 12 common fees.
Best Money Tips: Genius Ways to Use Leftover Fruits and Veggies
Today we found genius ways to use leftover produce, the best stores for Black Friday this year, and simple tricks to cut costs over the holidays.
6 Gifts Hostesses Will Love
Shower your host(ess) with the most(est) with some of these fun, unique gift ideas. They're sure to invite you back!
10 Affordable Ways to Make Your Holiday Gifts Look Amazing
Don't blow your gift budget on the wrapping! These savvy alternatives are both adorable and frugal.
Best Money Tips: Last-Minute Shopping Tips
Today we found articles on last-minute shopping tips, ways to beat self-doubt, and year-end tax planning tips.
Frugal Tip: Do Not Spend When You Are Sad
Have you ever paid more than you normally would for something when you are trying to cheer yourself up? A recent study showed that a group of people who were sad offered almost fo
Student Loans: The Third Way to Ruin Your Finances
"Is college worth it?" has become a difficult question to answer — and answering wrong could saddle you with years of debt. Here are your options.
Americans Spend More Than Other Countries On These 10 Things
Americans are known to be big spenders. Here's how our spending habits stack up with the rest of the world.
Would you end your marriage for $100,000?
How about $200k? Or $500k? Well, I guess it all depends on the state of your marriage, but the bigger question is this: what would you do for money? I ask because I’m getting a lit
"Stapler. Stapler." - FREE $20 Swingline Stapler
If you're a fan of Office Space (shame on you if you're not) you will know of Milton's obsession with his Swingline stapler. Well, in exchange for about 2 minutes of yo
How to Keep Peer Pressure From Destroying Your Finances
Keeping up with the Joneses is keeping too many of us in debt.
Ask the Readers: Could You Survive Without a Cell Phone?
Tell us if you could live without a cell phone and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!