Ever wonder how companies like Google, Lego and IKEA found their names? Were they complete accidents or results of savvy marketing? The answer may surprise you.
Getting peace-of-mind protection for your Mac or iPod for less — in some cases over $150 less — looks tempting. But is it for real? Read on and find out.
I've taken a look at home affordability calculators that are available from many reputable sites offering personal finance advice. "Affordability" is based on bank lending guidelin
Normally we assume it's cheaper to make something homemade rather than buy it at the store. But what about peanut butter? Is it cheaper to make your own homemade peanut butter?
What one thief might consider trash can be your treasure. Create this simple container for your car, and safely hide your valuables in (almost) plain site.
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15 Things You Should Buy at Costco
You know there are great deals to be had at Costco, but you really should be buying these 15 things at Costco and not anywhere else.
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Skip expensive store bought, processed snack "foods," and replace them with these real food snacks that cost less in dollars and calories.
10 Easy Exotic Meals You Should Be Making
If you've been stuck in an evening meal time rut, expand your culinary horizons with these easy and delicious meals from around the globe.
Limes Are Crazy Expensive Right Now: 16 Ways to Replace Them
Can't afford limes? Use these replacements to save money and awaken your taste buds.
10 Ways to Save Cash by Purging Your Place of Plastics
If your home is like most, it is filled with plastics. Start replacing with longer lasting — and often more economical — substitutes.
How 16 Great Companies Picked Their Unique Names
Ever wonder how companies like Google, Lego and IKEA found their names? Were they complete accidents or results of savvy marketing? The answer may surprise you.
How to Successfully Negotiate Everything With Your Kid
Negotiation is a key financial skill many of us don't learn until we're adults. Here's how to teach your kids the basics.
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Credit card issuers are replacing complex airline mile rewards with flexible statement credits. Is AMEX's Blue Sky Preferred the best of the bunch?
The Top 5 Strength Training Apps
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Can cheap AppleCare on eBay be trusted?
Getting peace-of-mind protection for your Mac or iPod for less — in some cases over $150 less — looks tempting. But is it for real? Read on and find out.
10 Things You Didn't Know You Could Buy in Bulk
You know buying in bulk is a great way to save. From meat to paint, go beyond warehouse store basics with this collection of bulk buy surprises.
Why the Affordable Home Really Isn't
I've taken a look at home affordability calculators that are available from many reputable sites offering personal finance advice. "Affordability" is based on bank lending guidelin
Homemade Peanut Butter: Recipe and Cost Comparison
Normally we assume it's cheaper to make something homemade rather than buy it at the store. But what about peanut butter? Is it cheaper to make your own homemade peanut butter?
Disguise Your Stuff to Prevent Car Break-ins
What one thief might consider trash can be your treasure. Create this simple container for your car, and safely hide your valuables in (almost) plain site.
50 Amazing, Easy DIY Bath and Body Products
Homemade gifts are always appreciated, but your recipient may not always want your famous pecan-sugar bars. Mix it up with these DIY beauty gifts.
My One Favorite Frugal Living Tip
I read a lot of great frugal living advice. But there's one (yup, just one) tip that makes all of the others work.
10 Ways to Spruce Up Your Unfinished Basement for Under $100
You don't have to convert your basement into a fully finished mancave to make it comfortable and inviting. Try these cheaper fixes first.
Best Money Tips: Smart Money Moves for College Freshmen
Today we found some great articles on smart money moves for college freshmen, ways to save money on your next vacation, and how to stop wasting money.
7 Fresh Ideas for Healthy Road Trip Snacks
Fuel up cheaply and easily while you're traveling (or anytime!) with these delicious, healthy road trip snacks fit for the entire family.
4 Unexpected Costs of a Higher-Paying Job Offer
Accepting a higher-paying job offer is an automatic "yes," right? Not exactly — here's why you may want to turn the money down.