Wouldn't it be nice if you could get (nearly) everything shipped free from Amazon this holiday season? Without having to spend $25? You can -- with a three-month Amazon Prime Free
It is easy enough to say that you have a goal of being debt free in “x” months or years. You have crunched the numbers, and your plan is realistic and achievable. But why is it so
Thanks to this recipe, if your kids are gluten intolerant, they can have their Oreos and eat them, too. And you won't have to worry about dietary repercussions later!
Getting a home loan is a necessary part of the process of buying a home for most people. It can take extra work to get a good loan, but if you're familiar with the process and know
Kansas Legislature passed a law requiring high school students to complete a CPR course to graduate. We need to push just as hard for financial education.
This week President Obama rolled out an initiative for the failing American automakers to restructure. The plan proposes several consumer incentives to jumpstart auto sales. Her
There is no quicker way to derail a decent budget than having to buy unexpected gifts. Learn how to make your own Gift Calendar so you can steer clear of the cash crunch, organize
Lately it seems that rent prices have been dropping in many areas of the country. Here in San Mateo some residential apartments are dropping prices as much as 20%. This seemed a
More and more hiring organizations are using computerized systems to track and filter resumes. Here's how to get your resume in front of an actual human.
In my supermarket angst series, I've been researching questions that have puzzled me at the store. This time, I'm tackling poultry. Is organic poultry worth the price premium? What
Emotional spending and expensive junk food binges -- budget busters -- are often triggered by stress. Here are 15 ideas for diminishing stress without spending a lot of money.
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Faster Free Shipping on Amazon With No Minimum Order -- Free Prime Trial
Wouldn't it be nice if you could get (nearly) everything shipped free from Amazon this holiday season? Without having to spend $25? You can -- with a three-month Amazon Prime Free
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From defrosting an entire chicken to popping all the popcorn in a bag without burning, these microwaves can make your life easier.
Food Safety Reminder: Rinsing the Bird Is Bad for Your Health
Do you rinse your poultry and other meats before cooking? Well stop!
20 Free (or Really Cheap) Ways to Relieve Stress
The kids, the spouse, the boss, the car, the job, the news — the stress! Take the edge off and be the better you with these frugal ways to chill.
Goal Setting: Getting Out of Debt Once and For All
It is easy enough to say that you have a goal of being debt free in “x” months or years. You have crunched the numbers, and your plan is realistic and achievable. But why is it so
Homemade Gluten-Free Oreo Cookies
Thanks to this recipe, if your kids are gluten intolerant, they can have their Oreos and eat them, too. And you won't have to worry about dietary repercussions later!
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Home Loans
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Save Hundreds by Getting Yourself Out of Hot Water
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Want Financial Education in Schools? Follow the Example of One Kansas Teen
Kansas Legislature passed a law requiring high school students to complete a CPR course to graduate. We need to push just as hard for financial education.
Will these car buying incentives get you to buy a new car?
This week President Obama rolled out an initiative for the failing American automakers to restructure. The plan proposes several consumer incentives to jumpstart auto sales. Her
Everything You Need to Know About Buying Travel Insurance
Travel insurance can be so much more than just peace of mind. Consider the following when finding the coverage that's right for you.
Budgeting Hack: Gift Calendars
There is no quicker way to derail a decent budget than having to buy unexpected gifts. Learn how to make your own Gift Calendar so you can steer clear of the cash crunch, organize
4 Steps to Finding Your Mortgage Lender
Buying a new home? Finding the right lender could save you big.
Should you try to reduce your rent?
Lately it seems that rent prices have been dropping in many areas of the country. Here in San Mateo some residential apartments are dropping prices as much as 20%. This seemed a
How to Get Your Resume Past the Resume Filter
More and more hiring organizations are using computerized systems to track and filter resumes. Here's how to get your resume in front of an actual human.
Is Long Term Care Insurance Worth It?
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Supermarket Angst Part III: How to Buy Better Poultry
In my supermarket angst series, I've been researching questions that have puzzled me at the store. This time, I'm tackling poultry. Is organic poultry worth the price premium? What
15 Low Cost Ways to Beat Stress
Emotional spending and expensive junk food binges -- budget busters -- are often triggered by stress. Here are 15 ideas for diminishing stress without spending a lot of money.
How to Buy Your First Stock(s) or Fund(s)
There's a first time for everything — including investing! Ready to dive into the wide world of stocks and funds? Start here.