Ever protested an unfair retail policy, pointed out that an advertisement is misleading, organized a boycott, or somehow advocated for yourself or another consumer? Whether you won
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My ex-coworker told me that he is applying to a new startup called Predictify. He showed me their website and I was intrigued. Basically, the company lets people predict events t
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Choosing Life Insurance: Term or Permanent?
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Book review: Retire on Less Than You Think
Halfway through Fred Brock's book Retire on Less Than You Think: The New York Times Guide to Planning Your Financial Future, I was already drafting a review that would
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Want to look like a million bucks without spending a million bucks? These beauty hacks will have you saving in no time.
8 Non-Finance Skills That Will Make You a Money Master
Becoming a money master requires skills — but not necessarily financial skills.
Save Energy Costs by Cooking with a Hot Box
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Best Money Tips: Bringing Home Baby Without Breaking the Budget
Today we found some great articles on bringing home baby without breaking the budget, going to the movies for cheap, and veterans day free meals.
Even More Black Friday Savings Tips From Shopping Experts
This year, you can have your sanest, safest, and most money-saving Black Friday ever — just follow these tips from deal-finding experts.
Free Books: Little Libraries That Build Community and Save You Money
Around the world people are creating their own book exchanges. Learn how to find them, score cheap books, and meet your neighbors.
The 5 Best Water Filters
Drinking water is important to your health — but it's also important to ensure the water is clean. Water filters are a frugal way to make that happen.
25 Great Non-Sandwich Work Lunches
The next time you're packing lunch, leave the bread at home — instead, try one of these delicious and fun non-sandwich meals.
Get Paid for your Psychic Skills at Predictify
My ex-coworker told me that he is applying to a new startup called Predictify. He showed me their website and I was intrigued. Basically, the company lets people predict events t
11 Investing Tips You Wish You Could Tell Your Younger Self
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5 Big Ticket Wedding Items You Should Borrow Instead of Buy
Wedding season is fast approaching. Why not make your "Something Borrowed" work to your favor (and your budget)?
Big List of Military Discounts
Hundreds of American companies offer discounts to active and veteran service members. Find one of your favorites on this list of 50 popular retailers.
Track your spending. Or not.
One of the most universal bits of advice from financial planners is to track your spending. It's also one of the most universally rejected bits of financial advice--rejected by pe
12 Ways a Deep Declutter Can Improve Your Life
Too much stuff getting in your way and getting you down? Part cleaning and part therapy, deep decluttering clears ours heads while it clears out space.
Pre-Approved for Credit Card Offers: Are You Pre-Qualified?
What does it mean when you get a preapproved or prequalified credit card offer in the mail?
8 Financial To-Do's for College Freshmen
Don't make college more expensive than it already is with bad financial habits. Learn these fundamental money lessons before you head off to class.
Ask the Readers: What Are Your Favorite Time-Saver Meals?
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