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10 Dark-Side Motivations to Get You Out of Debt

Getting out of debt requires determination and motivation. Does it matter if those motivations are inspired by our darker angels?

5 Times It's OK to Be "Selfish" With Your Money

Being selfish isn't always a bad thing. Especially when it comes to certain situations involving your money.

Best Money Tips: Becoming Self-Sufficient

Today, we share advice on how to become more self-sufficient, ways to tell if something is a rip-off or a real deal, a few kitchen cures for common ailments, and more.

39 Mindless Ways You're Wasting Money in Every Part of Your Life

There are so many ways you're probably wasting money — without even realizing it.

4 Low-Cost Foods for Everyday Italian Cooking

Stocking these staples will help you create fast, frugal, and healthy Italian meals.

Affordable Sustainable Seafood Choices for Your Table

For those who love seafood but also want to be mindful of the environment and their wallets, here are some affordable and sustainable seafood choices.

3 Things You Should Do Immediately After Losing Your Passport

If you lose your passport, take a deep breath, and do these things immediately.

10 Smartphone Apps That Can Help You in an Emergency

When you're in a dire situation, an app on your phone might be the thing to save you.

Simplify Your Life With These 27 Monthly Subscription Services

From on-demand TV to on-demand TV dinners, your life could get a whole lot easier with these monthly subscription services.

15 Delicious Homemade Treats Your Valentine Will Love

There's nothing sweeter than a handmade Valentine's gift — unless it's a delicious and decadent sugary treat, like these.

The 15 Worst Cities for Frugal People

These 15 international cities are renowned for their culture, vitality, and energy. They're also really, really expensive places to live.

4 Mobile Phone Upgrades That Aren't Worth the Money

Many phone upgrade offers seem worthwhile at the store, but are usually a waste of money. We promise — you won't need them, so don't buy them!

Best Money Tips: Simple Ways to Take Care of Yourself

Today we found articles on simple self-care ideas, how to use journaling to improve your productivity, and effective tips to get a job without experience.

Cheap Ways to Get These 8 Expensive Indulgences

Caviar taste on a fishsticks budget? We'll tell you how you can enjoy the caviar — and some other indulgent treats — for far less than you expect.

Best Money Tips: Cut Auto Insurance Premiums in Half

Today we found some fantastic articles on how to cut auto insurance premiums in half, saving money while getting fit, and reasons you should have a side business.

Best Money Tips: How to Spot Common Medical Billing Mistakes

Today we found articles on how to spot common medical billing errors, using momentum to get out of a mental rut, and money questions to ask your partner this Valentine’s Day.

Best Money Tips: 10 Car Shopping Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

Today we found some awesome articles on car shopping mistakes and how to avoid them, saving for retirement, and steps to great finances.

Turn $1 into $100 in about 2 minutes.

So, I can think of a few ways to turn a $1 into a $100 bill in a few minutes. One would be to back a winning horse that has ridiculous odds. Another is to steal it. You could always ask your kind folks or other relatives for the money. [more]

How to Spring-Clean Your Debt

Spring is in the air! Time to make your debt repayment plan bloom.

Slow DRIP into investing

My first-ever individual stock holding was a Duke Power (now Duke Energy) share that I acquired through its Dividend Reinvestment Plan or DRIP. [more]