You know to save your change — but what do you do with it when the piggy bank fills up? Try one of these ideas, ranging from totally frugal to just-for-fun.
Whether you're chasing after kids or rushing home from work, if you're short on time, pre-made pesto can be your ticket to a quick, healthy, and delicious meal.
What if there was a way to honor the beauty and intentions behind your received Christmas cards, while at the same time allowing you to get rid of the darned things without guilt?
Recently, there's been no reason to pay much attention to how you store your cash — it doesn't earn enough interest to worry about. That's about to change.
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11 Pearls of Financial Wisdom From Jim Cramer
The animated host of Mad Money has a lot to say about investing. Here are some of Jim Cramer's best and biggest tips.
5-Minute Finance: Track Your Spending
Tired of living paycheck to paycheck? It's time to start tracking your spending. All it takes is five minutes.
3 Reasons Not to Save for Your Child's College Fund
It goes against common advice, but you might be better off not saving for your child's college education. Here's why.
10 Cool DIY Home Improvements for $20 or Less
Add some pizazz (and property value) to your home without breaking the bank. All you need is $20 and a few hours to yourself.
25 Great Things to Do With Your Spare Change
You know to save your change — but what do you do with it when the piggy bank fills up? Try one of these ideas, ranging from totally frugal to just-for-fun.
How to Talk to Mom and Dad About Their Money
Give Dad and Mom the gift of knowing you're ready to help them weather whatever life throws their way.
The SEP-IRA Is How the Self-Employed Do Retirement Like a BOSS
The self-employed aren't saving enough for retirement. Are you one of them? Time to start a SEP-IRA.
Better With Basil: 21 Uses for Jarred Pesto
Whether you're chasing after kids or rushing home from work, if you're short on time, pre-made pesto can be your ticket to a quick, healthy, and delicious meal.
Savor Your Trip and Save Big With These 5 Slow Travel Tips
By extending your time on the road, you can stretch your dollars and have more fun. Here's how slow travel saves you big.
Review of The Money Mammals DVD for Children
Snigglezoo Entertainment recently sent me a review copy of their Money Mammals DVD to try out. The results were both surprising and delightful.
Reusing Your Christmas Cards
What if there was a way to honor the beauty and intentions behind your received Christmas cards, while at the same time allowing you to get rid of the darned things without guilt?
The 5 Best Coffee Grinders
The best way to get fresh, coffee-shop quality java at home is to grind your own beans. Make it happen with one of these great grinders.
Get Ready to Manage Your Bank (and Other Cash) Accounts
Recently, there's been no reason to pay much attention to how you store your cash — it doesn't earn enough interest to worry about. That's about to change.
50+ Ways to Save Water
Even if you live in a rainy climate, you can do the planet and your pocketbook a favor by conserving water. Here's how.
Ask the Readers: Is Having Pets Worth the Cost?
Tell us if you think having pets is worth the cost and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
Should Your Next Car Be Electric?
Electric cars are an alternative to environmentally unfriendly gas guzzlers, but are they worth the higher upfront cost?
What You Need to Know Before Leasing a Car
We're generally in favor of buying versus leasing. If you decide to lease, make sure you understand what you're paying for.
Americans Spend Less Than Other Countries on These 9 Items
Americans may spend big on health care and education, but we save big bucks on these common purchases, on average. Do you?
The 5 Best Dishwashers
Buying a higher-priced dishwasher doesn't actually mean you'll get cleaner dishes. Learn what the extra cash gets you — and what dishwashers to buy.