You might think impulse buys are impossible to resist, but if you train your brain with pre-commitment mechanisms, you can fight those urges and save money in the process.
The economy is way short of full employment, so naturally, consumer spending is down. Sooner or later employment, I think, will return to normal levels. Consumer spending will re
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Most of us know that soda isn't good for us, but that doesn't mean we stop drinking it. Here are 22 financial, health, and other reasons to kick the habit.
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How Pre-Commitment Mechanisms Can Help You Resist Impulse Buys
You might think impulse buys are impossible to resist, but if you train your brain with pre-commitment mechanisms, you can fight those urges and save money in the process.
Why You Should Never Buy Souvenirs
Souvenirs are a nightmare for the frugal traveler. From high markups to exploitative labor, souvenirs are a lousy way to bring travel memories home.
The new normal economy
The economy is way short of full employment, so naturally, consumer spending is down. Sooner or later employment, I think, will return to normal levels. Consumer spending will re
$20 in New York City: The 15 Best Ways to Spend It
New York is famously pricey, but it's also famously frugal, if you know where to look. Try some of these fun ways to take a $20 bite out of the Big Apple.
Student Loans: How to Make Post-College Decisions
Making decisions about student loans doesn’t have to be difficult. But it should be personalized.
The Military's Four-Step Plan to Keeping Your Place Clean
There's no room in the armed forces for clutter and mess. Learn how to keep your place ship-shape with these secrets of military cleanliness.
50+ Ways to Have Free Outdoor Fun
From exploring nature and working out to reading, learning about history, and much more, there are plenty of ways to enjoy your time outdoors.
9 Signs Your Identity Was Stolen
Usually, you know when you're the victim of a crime. But identity theft can be a sneaky, subtle scam. Watch out for these warnings.
How to Protect Your Retirement Account From a Hack
You know your bank account and credit card can get hacked. But are you forgetting to monitor your hard-earned retirement savings?
22 Reasons to Stop Drinking Soda
Most of us know that soda isn't good for us, but that doesn't mean we stop drinking it. Here are 22 financial, health, and other reasons to kick the habit.
The 5 Best Solar Power Banks
A solar powered charger, like one of these five best choices, can keep your gadgets topped up with juice as long as the sun shall shine.
10 Things You Should Always Buy and Sell on eBay
Whether you're searching for a rarity or cleaning out the closets, eBay is the place to go — as long as you know what moves and why.
Your Money Problems: Why They're All Your Fault
Yeah, it sounds harsh. But accepting responsibility for your bad behavior might be the first step to improving your relationship with your finances.
Ask the Readers: How Do You Save on Valentine's Day?
Tell us how you save on Valentine's Day and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
15 Surprisingly Valuable Uses for a Penny
Pennies are worthless, right? Wrong! From table decor to saving dying flowers, a penny can get you out of a jam — for really, really cheap.
Ask the Readers: What Is the Best Lesson You Learned From Your Mom?
Tell us about the best lesson you learned from your mom and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
10 Tricks to Keeping Your Kitchen Clean While You Cook
Keeping tidy while cooking makes for better meals and easier clean-up, and it doesn't take a lot of effort with these labor-saving shortcuts.
America Is the No Vacation Nation
Studies show that Americans are not using all their vacation time and are not given as much vacation time as other developed countries to begin with.
10 Ways to Stop Being Impatient and Live a More Satisfied Life
In our hurry up and wait culture, patience is a virtue. Read on to cultivate your sense of patience, no waiting necessary.
How Much Should You Have Saved for Retirement by 30? 40? 50?
You know you should be saving for retirement — and saving a lot. Betcha' didn't know you needed to save this much!