Summer's here, and that means hours of outdoor fun. Protect your family from sunburns with these DIY salves and solutions that don't contain nasty chemicals.
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!
How many times have you felt like someone was ripping you off? Hopefully, you can trust your gut instincts, just like the guy in this video below.
You can watch the full 7 minutes for yourself, but the basic story is this. [more]
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This Simple Mistake on a Credit Application May Cost You
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Should Your Kids Contribute to Family Money Goals?
Setting money goals together as a family can set your kids up for future financial success. Try it with your kids and watch them prosper.
Homemade Sunblock and 6 Other Non-Toxic Recipes to Get Your Skin Sun-Ready
Summer's here, and that means hours of outdoor fun. Protect your family from sunburns with these DIY salves and solutions that don't contain nasty chemicals.
Simple Guide to Evaluating a Credit Card With an Annual Fee
Cards with annual fees often offer bigger rewards and better perks, but how do you know if you're actually coming out ahead?
Hate Budgeting? How a Percentage-Based Budget Might Work for You
When it comes to budgeting, play the percentages to find a spending plan that works for you, whatever your situation.
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!
Win a Ticket to the I_Blog Conference!
I'm speaking at this year's I_Blog Conference in Perry, Iowa and you can win a ticket to attend!
12 Awesome Things You Didn't Know You Could Get at the Library
Your local library shares a lot more than books and old movies these days. Find out what you're missing by not renewing your library card.
Do You Know These 5 Financial Lessons Most People Learn in Their 40s?
Being forty-something means you've got life all sorted out, right? Confused or certain, these are the money lessons you must learn before 50.
Are Your Emotions Costing You Money? Take This Quiz
Pity, joy, fear, stress, excitement — emotions are part of life. But if they're dictating how and when you spend your money, you have a problem.
Learn All the Frugal Skills You Need With These 9 Great Video Tutorials
The one with the most skills at the end wins. Add to your repertoire with this collection of essential frugal life skills.
5 Times Splurging on Experiences Is a Bad Idea
You are usually better off spending your money on experiences than things. But sometimes, even memories aren't worth your money, either.
How to Buy the Best Mattress for the Least Money
Buying a mattress seems like it should be easy, but from foam density to negotiating ploys, there's a lot that goes into a good night's rest.
7 Surprising Winter Travel Destinations That Won't Break the Bank
Whether you're after a wintry adventure or an escape to the sunshine, these destinations offer plenty of it, at a good price.
8 Life Lessons I’ve Learned from Self-Employment
While self-employment is far from perfect, it’s a lot easier to handle when you set yourself up for success.
Best Money Tips: Save on Eating Out
Today we found some awesome articles on saving on eating out, smart couponing strategies, and secrets to making this year the best year ever.
Car Buying Part 1 - Going For Broker.
Skip the dealership. Have a licensed broker find you the exact car you want without spending a dime over budget.
8 Creative Ways to Save Money on Food
When life hands you a smaller budget, take your frugality to another dimension. Keep your household food costs in check by going unconventional.
Writing for Money on the Interwebs
A while back, a girlfriend of mine forced me to watch a chick flick that she felt I would find inspiring. [more]
$6500 repair bill to remove a stone from a moon roof
How many times have you felt like someone was ripping you off? Hopefully, you can trust your gut instincts, just like the guy in this video below. You can watch the full 7 minutes for yourself, but the basic story is this. [more]