Today we found articles on things you should never throw away, how to build a minimalist wardrobe that you love, and career changes to spice up your work life.
If you drink bottled water every day, you're paying a premium for something that should be close to free. Drink bottled water for health-reasons? Find out why that's ironic.
Scratches are annoying and prevalent forms of car damage. We all get them, they really look awful and I've been hunting for new and old techniques for removal. Here are a few.
Looking for a first-rate meal on a take-out budget? Head over to your local culinary school for a great meal at a low price. Nearly all culinary schools have student-run restaurant
Fuel prices may be going down, but for some motorists fuel prices never went up. Over 8,000 motorists in the St. Cloud, MN area are paying an average of $.50 to $1.50 less per gall
How much would you pay to sleep soundly at night, knowing your home is secure and your family is much safer? Well, I'd pay anything to be honest. But after my lockbumping post back
Does providing a thumbprint or fingerprint to cash an honestly-received check make you feel like a criminal? The practice adopted by many U.S. banks to protect itself and its custo
One of my best friends told me that the key to food portion sizes was this: "Eat from small plates, drink from taller glasses." And optical illusions are at the root of it.
Because homeowners are also voters, and because the subprime lending crisis threatens the whole economy, the federal government is trying to come up with ways to head off a massive
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Best Money Tips: Things You Should Never Throw Away
Today we found articles on things you should never throw away, how to build a minimalist wardrobe that you love, and career changes to spice up your work life.
Bottled Water, Bottled Hype Part 2
If you drink bottled water every day, you're paying a premium for something that should be close to free. Drink bottled water for health-reasons? Find out why that's ironic.
Removing Car Scratches: The Revenge of the Frugal Body Shop
Scratches are annoying and prevalent forms of car damage. We all get them, they really look awful and I've been hunting for new and old techniques for removal. Here are a few.
6 Quick Ways to Retrain for a New Career
If your current gig isn't doing it for you anymore, you can retrain — quickly — for a new line of work.
Best Money Tips: Simple Ways to Reduce Plastic Waste
Today we found articles on simple ways to cut plastic waste, easy tips for organizing your basement, and the best time to buy a car.
Fine Dining on a Take-Out Budget
Looking for a first-rate meal on a take-out budget? Head over to your local culinary school for a great meal at a low price. Nearly all culinary schools have student-run restaurant
4 Times It's Okay to Borrow From Your Life Insurance Policy
Borrowing from a life insurance policy is rarely a good idea, but the potentially lower borrowing costs can really help you out in a jam.
8 Ways to Build Your Financial Self Esteem
Feeling down about money can keep us from taking smart financial steps. Go for these small wins and get back in the game.
The Bank of Gasoline
Fuel prices may be going down, but for some motorists fuel prices never went up. Over 8,000 motorists in the St. Cloud, MN area are paying an average of $.50 to $1.50 less per gall
All Dried Up: How to Dry Fruits and Vegetables
Extending the life of extra produce and making healthier snacks is simple — dry your fruits and veggies! Learn how with this guide.
Google pays you $10 per business referral
Google is launching a business referral program, which means that you can earn $10 for every verified business listing that you send Google. [more]
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The $25 gadget that keeps my home and family safe.
How much would you pay to sleep soundly at night, knowing your home is secure and your family is much safer? Well, I'd pay anything to be honest. But after my lockbumping post back
Tactics for avoiding the thumbprint-for-cash request
Does providing a thumbprint or fingerprint to cash an honestly-received check make you feel like a criminal? The practice adopted by many U.S. banks to protect itself and its custo
5 Things That Could Wreck an Early Retirement
Those chasing early retirement with aggressive saving and frugal lifestyles should also prepare for unexpected costs, post retirement.
Separate Bank Accounts: 'Till Death (or Banking) Do We Part?
Many couples today boast separate bank accounts and successful relationships. But is it possible? Or are separate bank accounts a recipe for disaster?
5 Times You Should Demand a Raise
You want a raise, but when is it right to ask for one? Here are five times you've definitely earned a pay bump — and are likely to get it.
Optical Illusions That Make You Fatter and Your Wallet Lighter
One of my best friends told me that the key to food portion sizes was this: "Eat from small plates, drink from taller glasses." And optical illusions are at the root of it.
6 Ways to Save on Pregnancy Expenses
Oh baby! Shopping for your soon-to-be bundle of joy can be as frugal as it is fun with if you know what to look for — and where.
Fixing the foreclosure crisis
Because homeowners are also voters, and because the subprime lending crisis threatens the whole economy, the federal government is trying to come up with ways to head off a massive