Today we found some stellar articles on cutting back this Christmas, Black Friday myths debunked, and why your career is your most important investment.
Today we found some great articles on alternative uses for household items, things to consider when choosing health insurance, and principles to increasing your net worth.
Even with stricter post-crash lending standards, FHA home loans remain a great option for home buyers who don't have perfect credit or large down payments.
One of my favorite frugal resources is the community college. Even though I’ve taken several classes at my local college, I’ve barely tapped into the depth of resources available n
The apex of back-to-school anxiety, Labor Day signals the unofficial end of summer. But it’s the start of a fleeting, beautiful season for students of saving: summer clearance.
Do you know which is more expensive: one gallon of gasoline or one gallon of orange juice? How about one gallon of glue? Read on for a comparison of the price gasoline and other f
Yesterday Henry Paulson decided to use the power given to him by the housing bailout bill to officially take over Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. This is a decision that has a huge im
My wife spotted this book at the library and brought it home, suggesting (based on the title) that it might be a sort of anti-Wise Bread that I could read and mock. When I started
With water becoming an increasingly precious resource, we need to get creative about how we conserve it. Here are some ways you may not have thought of to help save the planet, one
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Tasty, Healthy Breakfast Cookies With Chocolate-Covered Espresso Beans
Begin the day right with these healthy, bake ahead breakfast cookies that pack just enough caffeine to get you out the door.
Best Money Tips: Tips for Cutting Back This Christmas
Today we found some stellar articles on cutting back this Christmas, Black Friday myths debunked, and why your career is your most important investment.
Best Money Tips: Alternative Uses for Household Items
Today we found some great articles on alternative uses for household items, things to consider when choosing health insurance, and principles to increasing your net worth.
FHA Home Loans: You Can Buy a Home Even If Your Finances Aren't Perfect
Even with stricter post-crash lending standards, FHA home loans remain a great option for home buyers who don't have perfect credit or large down payments.
A Frugal Resource: The Community College
One of my favorite frugal resources is the community college. Even though I’ve taken several classes at my local college, I’ve barely tapped into the depth of resources available n
Best Money Tips: 7 Ways to Help a Family Member Financially
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Summer Clearance Cornerstones: 5 Things to Buy Before Autumn Arrives
The apex of back-to-school anxiety, Labor Day signals the unofficial end of summer. But it’s the start of a fleeting, beautiful season for students of saving: summer clearance.
10 Smart Ways to Make Yourself Hate Spending Money
You've tried and tried to control your spending, but still it gets away from you? Make spending something you dislike and watch your savings grow.
You're Doing It Wrong, Moron: 5 Tips for Giving Better Compliments
Receiving compliments is easy. But giving legitimate, thoughtful compliments is increasingly rare in an era of instant, faceless communication.
Buy raincoats in summer, because winter always comes.
Whether you're buying a winter coat in June or a lawnmower in December — off-season discounts are your friend!
How to Deal With Collection Agencies
Turn the collections process to your advantage by following these 9 suggestions.
How Much Engagement Ring Can You Actually Afford?
Popping the question can be a pricey prospect. You'll get the "yes" with less stress if you know going in what you should expect to pay.
Personal Finance Lessons from Online Adventure Game (RuneScape)
A friend shared with me some strategies he's learned for playing RuneScape. Can these strategies be applied to personal finance? Let's see.
5 Reasons Getting Rich Quick Is Unlikely and Always Will Be
If getting rich quick was easy, we'd all be doing it.
Why is Gasoline So Cheap? A Cost Comparison of 40 Common Household Liquids
Do you know which is more expensive: one gallon of gasoline or one gallon of orange juice? How about one gallon of glue? Read on for a comparison of the price gasoline and other f
How does the Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac bailout affect you?
Yesterday Henry Paulson decided to use the power given to him by the housing bailout bill to officially take over Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. This is a decision that has a huge im
Book review: Spend 'til The End
My wife spotted this book at the library and brought it home, suggesting (based on the title) that it might be a sort of anti-Wise Bread that I could read and mock. When I started
Saving the Planet - One Drop at a Time
With water becoming an increasingly precious resource, we need to get creative about how we conserve it. Here are some ways you may not have thought of to help save the planet, one
If Budgeting Isn't Fun, You're Doing It Wrong
Budgeting should be fun. If you don't believe me, you've been doing it wrong.
16 Cheap, Low-Cal Condiments to Brighten Up Boring Food
You can keep your food budget slim and make your meals delicious — turn flavorless food into delicacies with these condiments.