It's getting to be that kind of year again--the time when you anticipate filling out your tax returns, sighing with relief, and then realizing that you're not finished with
'Hypermiling,' a set of driving techniques for maximizing a car's fuel efficiency, received a lot of attention this summer. However, the idea of driving 50 mph, rolling
Whether you're at the mall or online, retailers have plenty of tricks to help separate you from your cash. Learn what they are so you can shop smarter.
Is there a link between having a modern society and having a western society? The vast economic and military power of the United States (and before that, the United Kingdom) has m
If you’re a recent grad, I hope you've snagged the job of your dreams with a great company, perhaps after having completed summer internships or cooperative work programs with your
Overcoming fear sounds easy when the motivational experts advise it. Get from the scary here to the confident there with practice, planning, and a little playacting.
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To FAFSA or Not to FAFSA: A Former Student's View of Student Loans
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Put some of the whiz-bang gadget gifts you received last year to work. That tech can save you big on this year's holiday shopping.
The 5 Best Slow Cookers
Slow cookers are one of the best tools for easily preparing frugal, healthy, and delicious meals. Get started with one of these affordable options.
How Retailers Manipulate You Into Spending
Whether you're at the mall or online, retailers have plenty of tricks to help separate you from your cash. Learn what they are so you can shop smarter.
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It's not easy making the rent, and for many, roommates are unavoidable. Let's try to make this arrangement as painless as possible, shall we?
20+ Ways to Use Sriracha (AKA Awesome Sauce)
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Ask The Readers: How Do You Buy Music?
Tell us how you buy music and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
Ask the Readers: Do You Take Surveys?
Tell us whether you take surveys and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
Should Your Next Car Be Electric?
Electric cars are an alternative to environmentally unfriendly gas guzzlers, but are they worth the higher upfront cost?
25 Reasons to Get Out of Your Office Chair
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My 2016 Budget Challenge: Everything Breaks
The second installment of this Wise Breader's budget challenge finds Max on the verge of a breakdown.
Book Review: The Post American World
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Resumes For Recent Grads: Translating Campus Experiences Into Real-World Skills
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Best Money Tips: Throwing a Yard Sale When You Live in an Apartment
Today we found some fantastic articles on throwing a yard sale if you live in an apartment, networking for jobs, and children and allowance.
Are You Letting FOMO Ruin Your Finances?
FOMO can prompt us to make a lot of questionable decisions. Get your envy in check and regain control of your life — and your money.
How to Be Fearless and Do What You Want
Overcoming fear sounds easy when the motivational experts advise it. Get from the scary here to the confident there with practice, planning, and a little playacting.
The 5 Best Dishwashers
Buying a higher-priced dishwasher doesn't actually mean you'll get cleaner dishes. Learn what the extra cash gets you — and what dishwashers to buy.
Ask the Readers: How Do You Stay Frugal During the Holidays?
Tell us how you stay frugal during the holidays and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!