A dear friend of mine had six children. She once told me that one secret to their financial stability came in the form of making their own toiletries and bathroom items, specifica
The trouble started innocently enough. For as long as I can remember, Grandma bought a lottery ticket each and every week. She promised us, her children and grandchildren, that whe
Are farmer's markets a luxury or a cost-saving measure? Read how foodies from all over the country compared the costs, and how my visit to the early-season Chicago-area market shap
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Layaway never completely disappeared from the retail landscape but it’s become more prominent with promotions by some national chains and locally-owned shops. Instead of paying for
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Scammers Stole All of My Grandma's Money
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Before you apply for a personal loan to cover your holiday spending, consider these alternatives.
Ask the Readers: How Do You Have a Frugal Halloween?
Tell us how you have a frugal Halloween and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
Are Farmer's Markets Frugal or a Luxury?
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Ask the Readers: Do You Use an Online Bank?
Tell us whether you use an online bank and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
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When Good Cakes Go Bad: A Cheat Sheet for the Uninspired
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Ask the Readers: What Are Your Favorite Low-Cost Hobbies?
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The Lowdown On Layaway
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The Duel: ETFs vs. Mutual Funds
Which is the better investment? Know how ETFs and mutual funds work can help you decide which is best for your needs. Let's have them face off, and see how each performs.
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For most of us controlling our spending just takes a little willpower. For others, more shocking modes of behavior modification are required.
The 5 Best Generators
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Flashback Friday: 59 Skills Frugal People Need to Master
You're not living your best and frugalest life unless you've mastered these skills.
Uglify Your Stuff To Keep It Safe
I buy things based on how they look as well as what they do. But what attracts you to objects also attracts thieves. And so, has the time come to "uglify your stuff?"
30 Meaningful Mother's Day Gifts for Every Budget
Doesn't the woman who gave you life deserve something better than a box of chocolates? These 30 ideas are creative, frugal, and fun to give.
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Make — and keep! — these simple money resolutions in the new year. Your finances will thank you.
Reclaiming Etiquette: Dining Basics for New Professionals
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