Lunch hour has become recess, a chance to unwind and play a little bit. But it doesn't have to be. Those 45 minutes every day can be the reason you go to work and just the time you
A few years ago, I noticed that, not only did I seem to spend a little more cash than I was comfortable with on cleaning products for my house, but I was having a sort of reaction to them: he [more]
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A lady I know of died last night. It was expected; she was diagnosed with incurable cancer last spring. I didn't really know her, as I'd just recently moved into a place wh
I met with an elderly couple today in their home to execute some planning documents. While neither of them ever had jobs as professionals and neither inherited any money from fa
Healthcare will most likely be my family's largest expense in a couple of years, when we've finished paying our home mortgage. We're not heavy users of the healthcare system, so wh
We often get stuck in arbitrary things. We make excuses. We try to find shortcuts, and we try to do all these things that in the end only prevent us from reaching our goals.
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The Parable of The Flat-Screen TV
A carefully considered purchase is a wise purchase. On the other end of the spectrum? Meet Dan and his not-so-new flat-screen TV.
Cleaning House With Dr. Bronner
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Whether you're dusting the cobwebs off your resume or simply beefing it up, don't be afraid to note your hobbies. Those skills may be valuable.
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The 18 Coolest Frugal Fall Adventures
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Death and Money: Helping your family now in case something happens later
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6 Genius Ways to Save on Cyber Monday
Cross a few names off your gift list the easy way by taking advantage of Cyber Monday deals. You'll save time, money, and some sanity.
25 Things I Don't Want to Regret Once I Retire...
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10 Ways Working From Home Can Save (And Cost) You Big
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There's a Lot to Like About Frugal Living
Why go frugal? Saving money is just the start.
4 Tax Mistakes New Parents Make
In the bustle of parenthood, new moms and dads often forget about these huge potential tax savings. Are you making the same mistake?
50 Ways To Squeeze Value From Your Healthcare Dollar Without Killing Yourself
Healthcare will most likely be my family's largest expense in a couple of years, when we've finished paying our home mortgage. We're not heavy users of the healthcare system, so wh
Help, I Bought a Lemon — Now What Do I Do?
You drove a lemon off the lot, and now you're stuck. Or are you? Take these steps to fix — or forget — that faulty set of wheels.
4 Deadly Mistakes You Must Avoid When Pursuing Your Dreams
We often get stuck in arbitrary things. We make excuses. We try to find shortcuts, and we try to do all these things that in the end only prevent us from reaching our goals.
Best Money Tips: Earn Extra Cash for the Holidays
Today we found some stellar articles on earning extra cash for the holidays, the best things to buy in November, and how families can save in November.
Best Money Tips: Ways to "Beat" the Stock Market
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Child Abuse and the Recession
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10 Reasons Why You Should Ask for Cash This Christmas
If you're reluctant to put greenbacks on your wishlist, don't be. Cash is a great gift to give — and to receive.