Twenty years ago, I parked at a supermarket, near where a poor family had just parked. I knew they were poor, because they looked like poor folks are supposed to look: Their clot
We all know that Craigslist is a real money-saver. But it's especially great for these 25 items, which are readily available on the site at rock-bottom prices.
The internet has made it easier to research and book your own travel, but scams continue taking over the hotel booking space. Know how to spot those sketchy red flags.
I have been trying to drive at 55 miles per hour to save gas, and I am doing it by driving behind big trucks in the slow lane so that I do not get honked at or pulled over by the h
If you're tired of the time and effort it takes to hit the grocery store, take a look around. There are plenty of other places to get your weekly groceries.
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The new face of poverty is fat
Twenty years ago, I parked at a supermarket, near where a poor family had just parked. I knew they were poor, because they looked like poor folks are supposed to look: Their clot
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Using up leftover bread is not only frugal, it's delicious. Make sure you eat every last crumb of that aging loaf with these recipes.
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Weddings are expensive; there's no getting around it. But you can raise enough cash to make your dream wedding a reality without going deep into debt.
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We all know that Craigslist is a real money-saver. But it's especially great for these 25 items, which are readily available on the site at rock-bottom prices.
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Craigslist or eBay? It can be a difficult decision. Use this cheat sheet to figure out where to hock 10 of the most commonly sold items.
The $40 Hidden Inside a 12V Battery
This battery hack that will save you roughly $40 on those 1.5V button cell batteries. All you need is a 2-pack of 12V A23 batteries.
7 Steps to Improving Your Critical Thinking
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How Late Payments Affect Your Credit
Don't let runaway late payments wreak havoc on your credit score.
How to Look Rich on Social Media
You don't have to be rich to seem rich and nowhere is this more true than on social media. Start crafting a wealthier virtual you.
10 Fun Toys and Games You Can Make at Home
Tired of spending $30 on a single toy? Here are 10 super-fun toys and games you can make at home with common items.
The 5 Best Foot Scrubbers
Keeping your feet smooth isn't easy, but it can be. Use any of these foot scrubbers and your feet will always look pampered.
8 Ways to Keep Boredom from Destroying Your Budget
When there's nothing to do, it’s tempting to fill that void with something that costs money. Learn how to avoid those budget-busting boredom traps.
How to Spot a Hotel Booking Scam
The internet has made it easier to research and book your own travel, but scams continue taking over the hotel booking space. Know how to spot those sketchy red flags.
Ask the Readers: What Is Your Favorite Quick-Fix Dinner?
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A Beginner's Guide to Homemade Bread
Don't be intimidated by homemade bread! Making your own delicious, frugal, and fresh loaves can be simple if you know where to start.
Save More Gas by Safely Following Trucks
I have been trying to drive at 55 miles per hour to save gas, and I am doing it by driving behind big trucks in the slow lane so that I do not get honked at or pulled over by the h
5 Ways to Make Retail Therapy Good for You
We usually caution against retail therapy — it's so wasteful! — but if you're gonna, at least try to reduce some of the harm.
10 Affordable Alternatives to the Grocery Store
If you're tired of the time and effort it takes to hit the grocery store, take a look around. There are plenty of other places to get your weekly groceries.
9 Surprising Uses for Empty Beer and Soda Cans
Don't throw away those empty beverage cans. With a few basic tools and a little imagination, you can put them to all sorts of uses.
How to Not Be a Wage Slave
Many of us make decisions that tie us to our jobs. But, one author argues, if we make the right choices, that's not the way it has to be.