Today, we give you step-by-step instructions to make your own rain barrel, budget-friendly ways to occupy your kids, and a quick guide to McDonald's Monopoly game!
Today, we share how to ask for a raise (yes, in this economy!), how to make your own piñata, last-minute Halloween costume and decoration ideas, and more!
Today we found some amazing articles on changing spending habits to increase your income, the art of healthy discontentment, and creating a budget you'll stick with.
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Best Money Tips: Make Your Own Rain Barrel
Today, we give you step-by-step instructions to make your own rain barrel, budget-friendly ways to occupy your kids, and a quick guide to McDonald's Monopoly game!
Guest Post: Now is the Time to Think Long-Term
I've got a guest post up at Get Rich Slowly on why now — when interest rates are very low — is the time to think long-term.
This One Easy Strategy Will Lead to Better Decisions
Before you decide on anything, try on all your options. How do they feel?
Why Tax Day Is April 15 and Other Weird Financial Deadlines
It might seem like the federal government drew these financial dates and deadlines out of a hat, but there's reason behind the madness.
Best Money Tips: How to Ask for a Raise
Today, we share how to ask for a raise (yes, in this economy!), how to make your own piñata, last-minute Halloween costume and decoration ideas, and more!
8 Surprising Ways a Personal Website Can Improve Your Life
Even if you don't have a side hustle to promote, creating a personal website can make your life better. So why not make one?
6 Ways to Spend Black Friday at Home
How to spend the infamous shopping day getting ready for the holidays without ever leaving your house.
Best Money Tips: Change Spending Habits to Increase Your Income
Today we found some amazing articles on changing spending habits to increase your income, the art of healthy discontentment, and creating a budget you'll stick with.
Wise Bread Reloaded: The Surprisingly Easy Way to Defend Your Knees and Other Air Travel Tips
You don't have to deploy a knee defender to fly comfortably. Try a few of these tips and tricks from Wise Bread's flight-savvy writers.
Best Money Tips: How to Make Your Habits Stick
Today, we share tips to help you stick to new habits, a sweet recipe for homemade hand-pulled cotton candy, and clever hacks for the frugal traveler!
Best Money Tips: How to Make a Decision Between Competing Job Offers
Today we found some awesome articles on making a decision between two job offers, saving on wedding dresses, and how to stop living in limbo.
Best Money Tips: Tricks to Save on Summer Travel
Today we found articles on tricks to save on summer travel, top ways to save money, and retirement mistakes to avoid in your 20s and 30s.
Book Review: Off the Grid
I've always used the term "off the grid" in a literal sense — not being connected to power or other systems. Nick Rosen means more than that.
20 Little Ways to Make Your Stuff Last Longer
Extend the useful life of the things you own — and extend the life of your savings account — with a few, easy, maintenances tricks.
5 Ways to Detox for Fall Without an Expensive Juice Cleanse
Juice cleanses are all the rage, but they're little more than sugary hype. Save your pennies and feel better for fall with these simple "cleanses."
4 Ways to Save Money at the Bars
Getting together with friends for drinks is great...until the bill comes. Here are four ways to lessen the cost of a night out at the bar.
How to Make the Most Out of These 6 Kitchen Gadgets
Surprise! Those single-task gadgets around your kitchen can actually do a lot more.
Why One-Third of Americans Haven't Saved for Retirement
The good news is that two-thirds of Americans have saved at least something for retirement. Do any of these explanations sound familiar?
Best Money Tips: How to Organize Dresser Drawers
Today, we share tips for organizing dresser drawers, a way to help you keep your cool, and advice for college students living on a budget.
6 Ways to Save Money on iPads, iPhones, and Macs
Want to buy a sleek Mac laptop or a cool iPad but don't want to pay full price? Fear not — there are actually ways to save money on Apple products.