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Last night I strolled through the furniture showroom with my jaw unhinged and my heart thumping: “Look at all this good-looking stuff!” After some careful consideration th
As the economy falters, gardening looks better than ever this spring. But as the daughter of a veteran gardener, I've seen too much heartache to believe seed companies' promises of
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New rate set for series I savings bonds
Every six months, the Treasury sets a new fixed rate for series I savings bonds. After tracking close to the rate on the Treasury's other inflation-indexed bonds during the Clinto
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Save money on a cleaning service by using a little elbow grease of your own. Your home will sparkle — and it's a lot easier than you think!
Beware of Pretty Things: 4 Reasons I’m Keeping My Ugly, Old Stuff
Last night I strolled through the furniture showroom with my jaw unhinged and my heart thumping: “Look at all this good-looking stuff!” After some careful consideration th
Make a List and Check It Twice to Save Money and Reduce Fraud Risk During the Holidays
This holiday season, take a page out of Santa's book and make a list and check it twice to save big bucks.
How Many Will Lose Money on Those "Frugal" Gardens This Year?
As the economy falters, gardening looks better than ever this spring. But as the daughter of a veteran gardener, I've seen too much heartache to believe seed companies' promises of
What Every Parent Should Know About the New College Financial Aid Rules
If you have college-aged kids, then you need to know these major FAFSA changes for the 2017–2018 school year.
How to Properly Clean These 14 Kitchen Tools and Appliances — Naturally
You can save money with natural cleaners you can DIY and be kind to the environment — yours and ours. Here's how!
Frugality, Simplicity, and Sustainability
Are strategies like dumpster diving sustainable?
9 Ways to Make Job Recruiters Come to You
Professional recruiters are always on the lookout for good candidates for quality jobs. Make sure you're doing the right things to get noticed.
Best Money Tips: Ways to Eat Well on the Cheap
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Best Money Tips: Things You Should Never Pay Full Price For
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Are Timeshares Ever Worth the Investment?
Timeshares are as popular as ever. Before shelling out a huge chunk of change for a "home away from home," consider these pros and cons.
Flashback Friday: 53 Grocery Shopping Tricks That'll Make Your Life Easier
We all waste a lot of time at the grocery. But these tricks will make the whole process easy breezy.
10 Ways to Repair a Burned Bridge
We've all ended a work or personal relationship badly. Mend a broken connection and you'll regain a valued friend or a colleague -- forever this time.
8 Ways Rising Interest Rates Can Help Your Wallet
Interest rates may be on the rise. Here's how you can take advantage.
10 Surprising Ways Spring Is Gonna Cost You
Spring and summer bring fairer weather, but they aren't always as pleasant for your bank account. Keep your budget on ice when the temperatures rise.
11 Ways to Make Money on Thanksgiving
While you're waiting for that turkey to roast, why not make a little extra cash?
The Safest Cars for Teen Drivers
Watching your kid drive away in his first car can be nerve-racking. Feel better by finding the safest frugal vehicle for your teen.
Customer Service Nightmares - What's a Good Consumerist to Do?
Customer-oriented blogsite Consumerist lets jilted shoppers rant about the companies that have done them wrong.
Ponder it: to budget or not to budget
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