Better safe than sorry, right? That may be your reasoning behind buying product warranties. But in these four instances, warranties definitely aren't worth it.
Think you have to pay more for being a female driver, having a red car, or driving a pricey vehicle? Learn the real story behind these and other myths.
Upgrading one thing doesn't mean you need to upgrade another and another — although it can feel that way. And there's a name for that — the Diderot Effect.
Plastic is really hard to avoid. In fact, it's everywhere. Clothing, mattresses, furniture, carpet - plastic is used to prevent fires as well as food stains.
And now, plastic is in an even more exciting place! Your bloodstream. [more]
Well, it's that time again. The tax deadline is just around the corner. If you still haven't done your return, take a look at the top 20 funky, strange and outrageous deductions
Given that you, your father’s child, are physically healthy, emotionally stable, and reasonably educated (his top priorities), what does your dad really want besides a visit or call from you? [more]
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Boost Your Savings With This Easy Budgeting System
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4 Warranties That Aren't Worth It
Better safe than sorry, right? That may be your reasoning behind buying product warranties. But in these four instances, warranties definitely aren't worth it.
6 Best Cities for Frugal Lovers of the Arts
Looking to experience some creative culture without the NYC or San Francisco cost? Check out these cheaper, but super creative cities for art lovers.
How to Turn Your Instagram Account Into a Paying Gig
Instagram isn't just for pics of your daily latte and your adorable cat. You can make money with it, too!
7 Roadblocks to Retirement (And How to Clear Them)
Looking forward to the day when you can stop working and start living the easy life? If you're not careful with your money, that day may never come.
5 Myths About Car Insurance
Think you have to pay more for being a female driver, having a red car, or driving a pricey vehicle? Learn the real story behind these and other myths.
Is Your Small Business Targeting the Wrong Customer?
By weeding out prospects who have no intention to buy, you can devote more time to finding your ideal clients.
Best Money Tips: Use These Apps to Be More Productive
Today we found articles on apps that can make you more productive, tips for mindful consumption, and budget saving trends that don’t work.
Lifestyle Upgrades: Beware the Diderot Effect
Upgrading one thing doesn't mean you need to upgrade another and another — although it can feel that way. And there's a name for that — the Diderot Effect.
6 Ways Your Pet Can Earn a Paycheck
Raising a fur baby isn't cheap, but if you're clever, your pet can pay you back in spades.
I Feel Pretty: Beautiful Coupon Codes (and Free Shipping)
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Is Plastic Killing Us? The True Cost of Convenience
Plastic is really hard to avoid. In fact, it's everywhere. Clothing, mattresses, furniture, carpet - plastic is used to prevent fires as well as food stains. And now, plastic is in an even more exciting place! Your bloodstream. [more]
4 Countries Where You Can Live on $1,000 a Month
High rent costs and living expenses got you down? Living in any of these countries will set you back just $1,000 a month.
20 amazing, outrageous and just plain weird tax deductions
Well, it's that time again. The tax deadline is just around the corner. If you still haven't done your return, take a look at the top 20 funky, strange and outrageous deductions
11 ATM Mistakes to Avoid Overseas
Make sure you avoid these common ATM mistakes when you travel abroad.
7 Money Lessons Kids Can Learn From the Tooth Fairy
Turn your child's visit from the Tooth Fairy into a meaningful lesson on money.
Father's Day: What does Dad really want?
Given that you, your father’s child, are physically healthy, emotionally stable, and reasonably educated (his top priorities), what does your dad really want besides a visit or call from you? [more]
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When Should You Pay a Credit Card Convenience Fee?
You may need to pay a fee to use a credit card in certain situations. This is when paying a fee to use credit is a good idea, and when it's not.