Six months ago, I had plans. Lots of them. Career plans. Vacation plans. Financial plans. Then everything fell apart. My mother became ill. She had already been ill, having been di
The federal government has established a student loan program to enable more students to obtain a college education. They come in two forms: subsidized and unsubsidized.
Some consider participating in the stock market as a form of gambling. While I agree that not everyone should be risking their money in certain investments, I believe that by takin
You don't need to fly the friendly skies to earn free airfare. Discover how you can rack up thousands of airline miles without ever leaving the ground.
If you’re like me, you’re a bit weary of cookbooks promising fabulous meals for under $2-3 bucks per person. They seem to be a remix of the same thing (ground beef, perhaps?) and m
Today we found articles on tricks to get discounts on everything you buy in stores, tips for flying with pets, and how to move to a big city on a small budget.
A dog can be a great addition to your household, but they aren't cheap to buy or care for. These six dogs won't bust your wallet (but will melt your heart).
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Financial Peace in Hard Times
Six months ago, I had plans. Lots of them. Career plans. Vacation plans. Financial plans. Then everything fell apart. My mother became ill. She had already been ill, having been di
Federal Stafford Loans
The federal government has established a student loan program to enable more students to obtain a college education. They come in two forms: subsidized and unsubsidized.
The 12-Month Get-Richer Plan
You can achieve a whole lot in 12 short months. Start today and this time next year you'll be a whole lot better off.
DIY Home Defense: 10 Ways to Protect Your Home From Burglars
Almost 75% of burglaries in the U.S. occur at residential properties. Make these simple DIY home improvements to protect your home and your stuff.
How to Escape the Paycheck-to-Paycheck Cycle
Living the paycheck-to-paycheck life is stressful and miserable. But here's a way to escape!
How To Avoid Gambling Away Your Investments
Some consider participating in the stock market as a form of gambling. While I agree that not everyone should be risking their money in certain investments, I believe that by takin
How to Earn Tons of Frequent Flyer Miles Without Flying
You don't need to fly the friendly skies to earn free airfare. Discover how you can rack up thousands of airline miles without ever leaving the ground.
5 Ways Wrath Is Keeping You Poor
You might be deeply angry about something, but that kind of emotion is not doing your finances any good at all.
Eat Well, Save Big Cookbook (Review and Giveaway!)
If you’re like me, you’re a bit weary of cookbooks promising fabulous meals for under $2-3 bucks per person. They seem to be a remix of the same thing (ground beef, perhaps?) and m
20 Places to Find the Best Freebies
Free stuff is pretty awesome, right? Here are the best places to find all the freebies you can handle.
Here's How Much Life in the Big City Will Cost You
Your dreams of big city life probably won't come cheap. Better crunch the numbers before you make the big move from Smallsville to Metropolis!
These 5 Expenses Will Probably Cost You a Lot Less in Retirement
There's one silver lining to retirement planning: These five expenses are likely to dwindle in your golden years.
Where to Take Your Batteries, CFL Bulbs, and Other Hard-to-Recycle Stuff
Have a junk drawer filled with loose batteries? We all do. Here's how to get rid of those — and a lot else — the right way.
Best Money Tips: Tricks to Score Discounts on Everything You Buy in Stores
Today we found articles on tricks to get discounts on everything you buy in stores, tips for flying with pets, and how to move to a big city on a small budget.
What to Do If You Get Bumped From a Flight
If you ever get bumped from a flight, you should know what you're entitled to.
The 6 Least Expensive Dog Breeds to Own
A dog can be a great addition to your household, but they aren't cheap to buy or care for. These six dogs won't bust your wallet (but will melt your heart).
The 5 Best Bladeless Fans
When it's a hot day and your regular fans just aren't cutting it, a bladeless fan can truly keep you cool.
Best Money Tips: Reduce Baggage While Traveling
Today we found some awesome articles on how to reduce baggage when traveling, creating a budget, and questions to ask your financial advisor.
10 Gardening Lessons Learned the Hard Way
Finally, my black thumb has turned green, and I can pick fresh vegetables for our dinner several nights a week. Learn from my trial and error.
15 Cheaper Ways to Travel Around the World
Become a cost-savvy globetrotter with this collection of cheap travel tricks that cut the price of everything from airfare to lunch.