Today we found some great articles on ways to save when shopping for one, teaching kids financial responsibility, and the key to great investment returns.
DIY pet grooming isn't nearly as difficult as it sounds. If you just set aside a little bit of time each month, you can save a bundle and still have happy, clean pets.
Last night's MegaMillions drawing was for $370 million dollars. They say that money doesn't buy happiness, but I've got enough happiness right now. So I could totally use $370 million for, say, shoes.
Did I say 'shoes'? [more]
Sunlight is great for mind, body, and spirit, but it's pretty tough on the skin. Get the benefits with less harm with one of these five best sunscreens.
What would you do if you were about to lose your home? What would you be willing to do to keep it? Is it even possible to keep it once you've missed a few payments?
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Making sure your kids get the best education possible isn't always easy, but these resources can help you create a challenging curriculum on the cheap.
Frugal experts champion certain vacations as great ways to save, but these trips are not one-size-fits-all fun. Avoid these pitfalls on your next vacation.
Isn't it weird that there isn't a central list of post offices at, oh I don't know, say, USPS.com, that tells you which post office branches are going to be open late tonight for last-minute filers? [more]
Is there any way out of the "I love to eat but I don't want to cook all the time!" dilemma? Will there ever be a way to eat consistent, healthy, homecooked meals without slaving in the kitchen all the time? Read on, and tell me what you think. [more]
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Best Money Tips: Save When Shopping for One
Today we found some great articles on ways to save when shopping for one, teaching kids financial responsibility, and the key to great investment returns.
Don't Forget to Budget for These Unexpected Moving Expenses
Whether across the town or across the country, moving has tons of expenses. Don't get blindsided by these surprise costs.
Pet Peeves Part 2: Good Grooming
DIY pet grooming isn't nearly as difficult as it sounds. If you just set aside a little bit of time each month, you can save a bundle and still have happy, clean pets.
MegaMillions - Mo' Money Mo' Problems?
Last night's MegaMillions drawing was for $370 million dollars. They say that money doesn't buy happiness, but I've got enough happiness right now. So I could totally use $370 million for, say, shoes. Did I say 'shoes'? [more]
The 5 Best Sunscreens
Sunlight is great for mind, body, and spirit, but it's pretty tough on the skin. Get the benefits with less harm with one of these five best sunscreens.
What You Need to Know About Canceled Debt and Taxes
If you think debt forgiveness can make your financial liability disappear altogether, you're likely wrong.
How to Avoid Foreclosure
What would you do if you were about to lose your home? What would you be willing to do to keep it? Is it even possible to keep it once you've missed a few payments? [more]
Frugal Ways to Help Your Child Get the Best Education
Making sure your kids get the best education possible isn't always easy, but these resources can help you create a challenging curriculum on the cheap.
Best Money Tips: Save Money on Vacations
Today we found some awesome articles on saving on vacations, being charitable on a budget, and saving on groceries.
Fun, Frugal Vacations: What the Experts Fail to Mention
Frugal experts champion certain vacations as great ways to save, but these trips are not one-size-fits-all fun. Avoid these pitfalls on your next vacation.
The Zeigarnik Effect and 7 Other Ways to Beat the Housekeeping Blahs
It's Wednesday and the novelty of keeping the place ship-shape has long since worn off. Stay motivated with a few tidy ways to fight chore fatigue.
5 Ways to Handle Big City Rents
Big city life comes with big city costs. Here's how you can shave dollars off an apartment rental.
Best Money Tips: Best Gifts for College Grads
Today we found some awesome articles on the best gifts for college grads, budget-friendly room revamps, and financial rules that work and don't work.
Last Minute Tax-Filing? Extended Post Office Hours and More
Isn't it weird that there isn't a central list of post offices at, oh I don't know, say, USPS.com, that tells you which post office branches are going to be open late tonight for last-minute filers? [more]
Six Surefire Office Fundraising Ideas
Trying to raise some scratch for an office party, for charity, or to help out a coworker? Try one of these can't-miss fundraising techniques.
4 Sneaky Investment Fees to Watch For
Are you paying too much for investments you already own? These overlooked fees can add up quick.
4 Money Moves to Make After You Pay Off Your Mortgage
You own your home free and clear; congrats! Once you're done celebrating, it's time to make some smart post-mortgage money moves.
Mix 'n match your food to save money
Is there any way out of the "I love to eat but I don't want to cook all the time!" dilemma? Will there ever be a way to eat consistent, healthy, homecooked meals without slaving in the kitchen all the time? Read on, and tell me what you think. [more]
When Avoiding Debt Is the Losing Strategy
It's almost always a good idea to stay out of debt. But sometimes, refusing to take on debt could hurt you in the long run.
How Credit Card Issuers Classify Your Purchases For Bonus Rewards
Here are some tips to figure out which purchases qualify for bonus rewards, so you can be sure to choose the right credit card for any purchase.