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How Much Should Your Kids Know About Your Finances?
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Today we found some fantastic articles on frugal Father's Day gift ideas, tips that will save you hundreds on your next trip, and ways to save on your beauty regimens.
8 Part-Time Jobs That Offer College Benefits
Don't pick just any part-time job when you are in college. Choose one that offers college tuition benefits, too.
Best Money Tips: DIY Gifts for Dad
Today we found some awesome articles on DIY gifts for dads, meaningful and unique wedding gifts, and how to save on running shoes, gear, and events.
9 Easy Home Improvements That Add Thousands to Your Listing
Grab your paintbrush! A few simple (and frugal!) improvements can add much-needed curb appeal — and dollars — to your home's selling price.
An Inexpensive Diversion
My digital era middle-school-aged son has adopted the use of a low-tech, low-cost entertainment device. I have put much effort into convincing him to balance his love of technology
20 Unexpected Uses for Tension Rods
Tension rods are great for curtains, but don't stop there. The inexpensive hardware store staple has lots of household uses, from organizing an office to hiding the kids.
Ask the Readers: What's the Worst Job You've Ever Had?
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Is Your Apple Dangerous? How to Eat Fewer Pesticides (and Save Money)
Fresh fruits and vegetables are good for you...but less so if they're covered in pesticides. Shop smart to reduce your exposure and still save money.
6 Money Lessons You Can Learn From Your Pets
Didn't think you could learn a thing or two about money from your family pet? Think again.
5 Reasons Paper Checks Are Still Relevant
Checkbooks — who needs them! Well, actually...you do. Here’s why.
4 Quick Ways to Decide if a Company Is Worth Your Investment
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Off the Wall: 21 Clever Uses for Leftover Wallpaper
If you have a few orphaned rolls of wallpaper laying around, here are 21 creative ideas to use it up without putting it on the wall.
Ask the Readers: Have You Ever Done a Spending Freeze?
Tell us if you've ever done a spending freeze and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
Best Money Tips: Steps to Finding Financial Improvement
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10 Delicious and Frugal Power Bowls You Want Right Now
If you weren't already hungry, these delicious and trendy power bowls will make your stomach all kinds of growly.
Ask the Readers: How Do You Get Cool on a Budget?
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Financial Peace in Hard Times
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8 Ways You're Being a Terrible Customer
The customer is always right, right? Wrong! Don't be a terrible customer.
4 Brain Hacks for Better Investment Decisions
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