I heard about lock bumping last month from a friend. I figured it was all just a bunch of hokum. But I checked it out. It's not a myth, it's not an urban legend. Crooks can make a generic key to open any lock, including yours. And it's easy. [more]
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Lock bumping - your home isn't safe
I heard about lock bumping last month from a friend. I figured it was all just a bunch of hokum. But I checked it out. It's not a myth, it's not an urban legend. Crooks can make a generic key to open any lock, including yours. And it's easy. [more]
Bringing Water and Wheels to Africa: My Amazing Frugal Vacation
Living frugally can help us achieve other goals — such as, in one writer's case, providing water and bicycles for people in Uganda.
Are Groupon Getaways a Good Idea?
Travel vouchers from daily deal sites are a hot commodity, offering hotels, food, and entertainment at a discount. But are they worth it?
Guess What? Your Bank Rewards May be Taxable
Credit card and bank rewards may be taxable depending on how they're earned. Find out how these rewards are treated, and if you'll be on the hook for taxes.
How to Save Money on Patio Furniture
Want to enjoy summer outside? Put together a great-looking, comfortable patio and still stay within your budget using these tips.
6 Skills That Helped Your Boss Get Ahead
Ever wonder how those at the top got there? Follow in their footsteps with these job skills and you will get there, too.
Best Money Tips: Five Ways to Use Your Tax Refund
Today we found some awesome articles on five ways to use your tax refund, moving made eas, and teaching high school kids how to manage money.
Great Ways to Generate Passive Income
Almost everyone dreams about being financially secure without having to work. Learn how passive income can help get you there.
Best Money Tips: 7 Behaviors of Emotionally Wealthy People
Today we found some great articles on the behaviors of emotionally wealthy people, why more restaurant chains are offering delivery, and how to get more use out of your old makeup.
Over 7 million money-making ideas - Google Patents
Ever dreamed of patenting a great idea that could make you a fortune? The Pet Rock maybe? Or the Jump To Conclusions mat? Well, you'll find even more crazy ideas using Google Patent Search , or even better, submit one of your own. [more]
Best Money Tips: Alternatives to Dining Out
Today we found some fantastic articles on alternatives to dining out, tech tools to spring clean your life, and improving your credit score.
9 Ways to Travel Big on a Tiny Budget
World travel doesn't need to cost an arm and a leg. You can see all the sites and still return home with money in your pocket.
And the winners are...(drum roll please)
Hey folks. Sorry it's taken me a while to post the results of my two little competitions, I have been on a well-earned vacation. [more]
Best Money Tips: How to Choose the Right Fixer-Upper
Today we found articles on how to choose the right fixer-upper, tips to start a vegetable and herb garden, and cities where you can live abroad in luxury.
The Best Secured Card with No Foreign Transaction Fees
If you travel aboard frequently or make a lot of foreign purchases, you'll need a credit card that offers a low or no foreign transaction fee.
6 Terrible Things Science Says You Do to Your Kids
There's no exact science to raising kids — but most of us agree about what you shouldn't do. Are you guilty of these bad parenting habits?
Best Money Tips: Eating Right on a Budget
Today we found some awesome articles on eating right on a budget, great gifts for grads, and things not to waste money on this summer.
Best Money Tips: Smart Ways to Save on Restaurant Meals
Today we found some great articles on smart ways to save on dining out, how to make the most of your spare change, and why it might be time to stop couponing.