Habits are powerful motivators. Once you understand the inner workings of habitual behavior, you can use that power to change your life — for the better.
Pets are part of our families, but those cats, cockatiels, and Cocker Spaniels can cut into the bottom line. Learn how to budget for man's best friends.
Indian food is known for the complexity of its spice blends, and garam masala is a great example. Learn how to use and enjoy this mix of cinnamon, cumin, cardamom and other spices.
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Habits Aren't Boring — They're the Secret to Happiness. Here's Why.
Habits are powerful motivators. Once you understand the inner workings of habitual behavior, you can use that power to change your life — for the better.
The 5 Best Glass Cleaners
Keeping your windows clean and clear isn't easy, but it can be. Just use any of these window cleaners and your glass windows will sparkle.
6 Ways to Be a Good Guest When You're Broke
Just because you have zero dollars doesn't mean you can't contribute in other ways. Be thoughtful and kind and they'll always invite you back.
Would You Drive One of the 10 Smallest Cars Ever Made?
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10 Favorite Mail-Order Websites
Here are my 10 mail-order websites that I love for their great customer service and quality products.
20 Things to Have on Hand for Power Outages
Stocking these affordable items will make your experience safe, bearable, and even fun.
5 Ways to Yank the Leash on Pet Expenses
Pets are part of our families, but those cats, cockatiels, and Cocker Spaniels can cut into the bottom line. Learn how to budget for man's best friends.
50 Amazing, Easy DIY Bath and Body Products
Homemade gifts are always appreciated, but your recipient may not always want your famous pecan-sugar bars. Mix it up with these DIY beauty gifts.
7 Easy Ways to Build an Emergency Fund From $0
When your latest financial emergency is that you can't afford an emergency, it's time to start building that safety net — quickly!
How Lessons From Moneyball Can Help Your Career
Moneyball is about a baseball team, but its core lesson can teach us all how to be successful in our careers.
How to Stack Credit Card Rewards to Earn Even More
Earning credit card rewards is great, but being able to stack them and save big is even better.
25 Things to Do With Reusable Water Bottles
As reusable water bottles become more common, you may think you have too many. But these containers are useful for much more than just holding water.
How to Make Money as a Superfan
Being a superfan can be kind of costly. Flip your fandom on its head and make it a cash source, instead!
30 Delicious Ways to Enjoy Garam Masala
Indian food is known for the complexity of its spice blends, and garam masala is a great example. Learn how to use and enjoy this mix of cinnamon, cumin, cardamom and other spices.
3 Ways Millennials Can Avoid Financial Fraud
Elders aren't the only targets of financial fraud. Even young folks need to know how to protect themselves.
How to Sell All Your Stuff and Travel the World
Dreaming of getting rid of everything you own and becoming a globe-trotter? This is how you can actually make it happen.
Great Ways to Advertise Your Yard Sale
Having a yard sale to get rid of your clutter is great! Well...it is if anyone shows up. Ensure that they do with these advertising techniques.
What Hurricane Maria Taught My Family About Life, Money, and Community
How do you live without electricity, running water, or reliable communication? You learn how to make use of what you have.
How to Start Investing With Just $100
Investing isn't just for the wealthy. All it takes is $100 — or less! — to get started.
The One Time Short-Term Health Insurance Makes Sense
Short term health insurance is cheap but the coverage is full of holes. So why is it offered — and when should anyone purchase it?