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Best Money Tips: How to Make an Extra $500 a Month

Today we found ways for you to make an extra $500 every month, time-saving cleaning tips from a professional, and surprising places where you can use Bitcoins.

37 Ways You’d be Better Off as a Bum

First, apologies for the blatantly provocative title (although I do make good on it). But did you know that some people prefer to be homeless? I know, sounds crazy right? But I was

9 Ways Americans Are Spending Differently (but Not Less)

After several years of decline, Americans are spending more again, but in different ways. For the frugal-minded, it's a reminder that thrift is an endurance race, not a sprint.

How to Ace Your Next Coffee Interview

More and more employers are interviewing prospects in less formal settings. Here's how to shine at your meeting without spilling any coffee.

FinCon13 Recap: Rapping, Scavenger Hunts, Interviews, and More!

#FinCon13 has come and gone and like most attendees, I'm going through withdrawals! Here are some of my highlights from the weekend!

How to bake sourdough bread (and save a buck on every loaf)

I doubt if the cost of yeast is really breaking your household budget. If you bake a lot you probably already buy yeast in bulk, so you're not paying the per-packet price anyway.

Cyber Monday Tips From Our Senior Editor

In this interview with FOX 5 in Washington DC, our Senior Editor tells you about the best Cyber Monday deals and ways to save even more.

Carnival of Personal Finance #205: Pay it Forward Edition

Wikipedia tells us that the expression "pay it forward" is used to describe the concept of asking that a good turn be repaid by having it done to others instead. More specifically,

LCD vs. Plasma: What's the Better Value?

If you're longing to make a big-screen TV the centerpiece to your home theater system, consider the deal-rich plasma option.

How to Improve Your Finances Using Social Media

Social media is more than just viral videos and baby pictures — use it to boost your finances, too!

Best Money Tips: 6 Ways to Attract Love in Your Life

Today we found articles on ways to attract love, things you should be cleaning (but aren’t), and items that are actually cheaper at Whole Foods.

6 Ways to Use Google Alerts to Save Money

Aside from staying up-to-date on celeb gossip and breaking news, Google Alerts can also help you shop smart and save big.

Dreaming of a Frugal Christmas: 6 Things You Can Make That People on Your List Will Use and Want

You know sometime in November you'll be rushing around trying to think of cheap Xmas gifts to buy or make. Why the rush? Start now with some simple fun things to make that everyone

12 Ways to Finally Get That Promotion This Year

Don't just sit there at your desk being competent. Get out there and make management notice that you are the person they need to keep and promote.

Simple Living: Determining Your Priorities

Even with the economy slowly exiting the spectacular nosedive it took last year, many people find themselves with a renewed interest in living simply. However, what that means for

Best Money Tips: Pieces of Money Advice That Are Always True

Today we found articles on money advice that are always true, things you need to stop expecting from others, and money-saving hobbies that will prep your budget for the holidays.

Best Money Tips: Things Successful People Do Right Before Bed

Today we found some amazing articles on things successful people do before bed, principles of a marriage without money fights, and ways to lower your tax bill.

A Box of Wine, a Loaf of Bread, and Thou: 6 Box Wine Comparisons

Boxed wines are economical, easy to store and good for the environment. But how do they taste? Would they satisfy wine snobs? I took the plunge and tried 6 popular boxed wines. Fin

8 Money Lessons We Can Learn From Baseball

Our beloved national pastime can teach us a whole lot about hitting a home run with our money.

Best Money Tips: Essential Steps to Take Before a Job Interview

Today we found some awesome articles on essential steps to take before a job interview, reducing stress in your life, and making money for your monthly bills.