I'm not one to advocate for a boycott of caffeine or anything. But, if you're already thinking about quitting caffeine, here are some reasons, and methods, for doing so.
Last August, I decided to purchase my first new car ever. I had only ever owned used (and entirely paid-for) vehicles prior to this. I researched the type of car that I wanted and
Many cost-conscious consumers cling to a short list of must-haves that are worth purchasing no matter the price. High-quality shoes should make the cut every recession.
Getting the most out of your fruits and vegetables starts at the store. Learn how to pick the freshest produce from someone who knows the tricks of the trade.
What if the we suddenly stopped celebrating every single birthday in our lives, and instead concentrated on just the important ones? Would you care? Would you support it? I’ll tell
When you're moving a long distance, you can't just buy a pizza and a 12-pack and ask your friends to pitch in. Here's how to save on a cross-country move.
Every so often, I get hit in the face with two facts. First, Americans (even poor Americans) are unbelievably rich. Second, Americans (as a group) utterly lack a cultural traditi
The Different Types of Loans: A Primer
Do you know the basics of various loans? If not, then check out this loan primer.
Stop Being a Slave to Starbucks - How to Quit Caffeine
I'm not one to advocate for a boycott of caffeine or anything. But, if you're already thinking about quitting caffeine, here are some reasons, and methods, for doing so.
9 Problems You Can't Solve With Money
Many problems we face require us to spend money to solve them. Use the three-step plan to decide if the solution is worth the cost.
My car payments are too much! What should I do?
Last August, I decided to purchase my first new car ever. I had only ever owned used (and entirely paid-for) vehicles prior to this. I researched the type of car that I wanted and
The Case for Expensive Shoes
Many cost-conscious consumers cling to a short list of must-haves that are worth purchasing no matter the price. High-quality shoes should make the cut every recession.
Selling Your Groupon Coupons
If you've bought a Groupon or Living Social coupon but can't (or don't want to) use it, these sites will help you sell it to someone who wants it.
Maintaining Memories: How to Save Old Photographs
Don't let your old photographs fade and crumble in some attic box! Instead, follow these steps to share them and keep them safe.
The Produce Worker's Guide to Choosing Fruits and Vegetables
Getting the most out of your fruits and vegetables starts at the store. Learn how to pick the freshest produce from someone who knows the tricks of the trade.
9 Make-Ahead, Freezable Hot Breakfast Recipes
You can enjoy a hot breakfast without laboring in the kitchen before work — just whip up one of these make-and-freeze breakfasts over the weekend.
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The Simplest Way to Live Simply — And Cheaply
Simple living starts from a single action — prioritize what matters. Learn how to take that basic step and the ones that follow come easy.
Only Celebrate A Few Select Birthdays
What if the we suddenly stopped celebrating every single birthday in our lives, and instead concentrated on just the important ones? Would you care? Would you support it? I’ll tell
6 Negotiation Tips for Introverts
Negotiating comes easily for some, but not all. If you're an introvert struggling to haggle, these tips will help you get what you want.
10 Ways to Save on a Long-Distance Move
When you're moving a long distance, you can't just buy a pizza and a 12-pack and ask your friends to pitch in. Here's how to save on a cross-country move.
19 Frugal Ways to Entertain Teenagers
Teens can be a tough audience to entertain. But even the most restless and demanding teenagers will have fun with one or more of these activities.
How to Be Happy and Married: 24 Tips from a 24-Year-Old Marriage
My husband and I celebrated our 24th anniversary last week. Here are a few things I've learned about having a happy, long-lasting marriage.
6 Cars You Can Drive (Almost) Forever
Meet the anti-lemons. After rigorous testing, these six cars have proven their reliability and longevity time and time and time and time... again.
The 5 Best Shampoos for Frizzy Hair
Keeping your hair frizz-free isn't easy, but it can be. Just use any of these shampoos for frizzy hair and your coif will remain sleek.
Really Great Uses for Kitty Litter
Just because you don't own a feline friend doesn't mean you should take kitty litter off your shopping list.
Healthy, frugal eating
Every so often, I get hit in the face with two facts. First, Americans (even poor Americans) are unbelievably rich. Second, Americans (as a group) utterly lack a cultural traditi