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What can you do with $13 extra a week?

On Friday both the House and the Senate passed a new $789 billion stimulus package as a continuation of the efforts by the United States Government to jumpstart the economy. A sig

Bank-Based Small-Dollar Loans: An Alternative to Payday Loans

A recent pilot program conducted by the FDIC featured loans with terms designed to beat those offered by payday sharks. Hopefully we'll see these loans replicated.

Best Money Tips: Ways to Save Money at the Airport

Today we found some fantastic articles on saving money at the airport, moving your money to a new bank, and resisting the hard sell.

8 Simple Ways to Make Your Refrigerator More Efficient

Even if you have an EnergyStar refrigerator, these big appliances still eat electricity. Here are some tips for making fridges run more efficiently.

14 Unexpected Uses for Sugar

You can do a lot more with a sack of sugar than sweeten your tea and bake some cookies. Read on to learn 14 other ways sugar can enrich your life.

The Best and Worst Things to Buy in August

What sale trends will help you save money this month? Read through for the best and worst things to buy in August.

8 Simple Ways to Clear Your Mind

Between managing work, family, friends, and more, it's easy to get overwhelmed and stressed out. Instead, take a moment to relax with one of these suggestions.

Cheap and Easy Repairs for Wardrobe Malfunctions

At work, parties or other formal occasions, wardrobe malfunctions can be expensive. Sudden downpours, popped buttons and scuffed shoes can lead to quick-fix shopping sprees or expe

Why Your Personal Savings Rate Matters

Banks and other big financial players measure and track lots of data about their performance. Here's one you should start tracking, too.

Sous Vide Is the Fancy Cooking Technique That Saves You Money, Too

The French know a thing or two about delicious, efficient cooking. Why not try sous vide in your own kitchen?

5 Things No One Is Telling You About Success

If success is so easy, why do we keep reading success advice on the Internet? Here's the REAL success advice you should be reading.

Best Money Tips: Make Your Own Rain Barrel

Today, we give you step-by-step instructions to make your own rain barrel, budget-friendly ways to occupy your kids, and a quick guide to McDonald's Monopoly game!

10 Foods With the Most Bang for Your Buck

It's easy to buy a lot of calories for little (just eat junk food). Guess what? It's also easy to buy a lot of nutrition for a little money.

12 Things You Won't Ever Use Again and Should Throw Out Today

Maybe you're sentimental, or maybe you subscribe to "out of sight, out of mind," but whatever the reason, stop hanging onto your old junk!

12 Grammar Mistakes That Are Making You Look Stupid

What you say is what really matters, right? The truth is, how you say it is often more important. Avoid these common errors for sharper messages.

7 Habits That Are Quietly Making You Fat (and Have Nothing to Do With Eating)

Scale groaning a little more each time you step on? Lots of bad, little diet and fitness habits add up to big pounds. Think small fixes and lose it!

Beat the Clock with Frugal and Simple Valentine's Day Ideas

Americans will shell out more than $15 billion for Valentine's Day gifts this year, but you don't have to empty your pockets to have a romantic day.

The 5 Craziest Career Shift Success Stories

Get inspired to make your big career move by the stories of these risky — and ultimately successful — leaps of faith to new working lives.

My One Favorite Frugal Living Tip

I read a lot of great frugal living advice. But there's one (yup, just one) tip that makes all of the others work.

Job Hunting With a Long Employment Gap

You've been out of the workforce, and now you're ready to jump back in. Don't let an employment gap keep you from finding a new gig.