Without the right motivations, financially responsible living isn’t only difficult, it’s impossible. You need to do more than change how you act and think.
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The Best-Kept Secret to Frugal Living
Without the right motivations, financially responsible living isn’t only difficult, it’s impossible. You need to do more than change how you act and think.
12 Ways Kids Can Teach Us About Money
If you pay attention, kids can teach a lot about money — from smart ways to save to healthy attitudes about self worth. Watch for these lessons.
Dried Fruit, Paint Brushes, and 8 Other Things You Should Keep in the Fridge
Sure, your fridge is full of food, but did you know that flowers and paint brushes should be in there, too? Yep, it's true.
The 5 Best Bluetooth Mice
Are you an active computer user who's always on-the-go? If so, these Bluetooth computer mice deserve a spot in your mobile computing arsenal.
5 Questions to Ask Before Signing Up for a New Credit Card
Getting a new credit might mean more rewards, or just a better utilization ratio. Just be sure you understand the ins and outs before you sign.
Best Money Tips: How to Take a Digital Break
Today, we share the steps to take for a digital break, resources to help you shop at farmers markets, and tips for a healthier diet.
The 8 Weirdest Cases of Credit Card Theft
While credit card theft is no joke, from time to time those thefts (and those post-theft purchases) are entertaining. And often weird.
4 Questions to Ask Before Buying Refurbished Appliances
Refurbed appliances can be a great deal — as long as you don't get taken.
15 Things Most People Screw Up When Meeting the Parents
Meeting the parents is filled with pitfalls. Impress everybody — including yourself — by avoiding these common mess-ups.
45 Other Things to Do on Super Bowl Sunday
The Super Bowl isn't for everyone. If you prefer baking to blind sides and decoupage to touchdowns, here are some alternatives to watching the game.
How to Save Big on Everything for Your Wedding
Your wedding day should be one of the happiest days of your life. But it shouldn't have to be one of the most expensive.
8 Personal Finance Tips for Introverts
Are you an introvert? If so, your inclinations to listening, thinking, and looking before leaping are well suited to earning, saving, and investing.
A Slacker's Video Guide on How to Tie Ties
Every man should know how to change a tire and tie a tie. These video tutorials will make you the master of at least one of those things.
How Your New Job Might Affect Your Mortgage Application
You just started a new job. Now, you want a new home. With the right strategy, you can still get a mortgage.
13 Food Items to Always Buy in Bulk
You don't have to buy everything in bulk to save — who has the space? Just be sure to make room for these staples that are cheaper by the dozens.
21 Unexpected Items You Should Always Pack in Your Carry-On
Experienced travelers know what to bring and what to leave behind — or do they? These little extras make getting there almost enjoyable.
11 Delicious Bacon Recipes That Only Sound Expensive
Spruce up your next meal with America's favorite cured meat. These decadent bacon dishes are delicious and cheap — secret's safe with us!
Rare Book Bargains At Alibris
As a fan of some fairly hard to find books, I love Alibris.com (almost as much as I love half.com for CDs and DVDs, plus newer books, but that's a story for another post). [more]
8 Life Skills Every Freelancer Needs
Self-employment requires guts, determination, and organization. Find out if you have what it takes to be a freelance superstar.
The Financial Balancing Act: Musings on Balancing Being Responsible with Having Fun
Sometimes, balancing debt (or staying out of it) with fun things we really enjoy brings up hard questions. [more]