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Did you know that there are over 140,000 varieties of cultivated rice? Besides being a delicious and versatile cooking grain, it has some other very unusual uses.
Whenever I write a post about energy, I point out that we know it's possible to have a high standard of living while using less energy--people in European countries do, so it must
Winning a scholarship takes effort, even to snag an award that is relatively small ($500-$1,000) compared to the cost of attendance at a state university (more than $16,000 per yea
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What's Your Financial Philosophy? What It Means To Live Below Your Means
I hope you'll permit me to speculate a little on what it means to live below our means. When you think about it, there are various ways to address our financial goals, which I'll c
I Finally Canceled Comcast Cable…Before It Hurt More Than My Wallet
Treat me poorly once, Comcast, shame on you. Provide startlingly awful customer service again, and you lose my business entirely.
How to Get a High Rating and Make More Money as an Uber Driver
If you're wondering how you can get a higher rating and earn more with Uber, here are some easy tips.
Could You Put Away a Million Dollars by Driving a Used Car?
Everyone loves that new car smell. But wouldn't you love saving that money and turning it into a million bucks even more?
How to Find Time for Home-Cooked Meals
Even the busiest people can find time to make healthy and delicious home-cooked meals. Just follow these suggestions.
10 Weird and Wonderful Ways to Use Rice
Did you know that there are over 140,000 varieties of cultivated rice? Besides being a delicious and versatile cooking grain, it has some other very unusual uses.
5 Countries Where You Can Retire for $1,000 a Month
Low cost-of-living is the name of the game in these beautiful countries where you can retire for less than $1,000 per month.
5 Fun, Cheap Party Games You Didn't Know About
You can turn a fun get-together into an awesome party with any of these entertaining and frugal party games (and none of them are Charades).
7 Things You Need to Know About Pet Insurance
Before you sign up for pet insurance, there are a few things you should know.
How to Choose a Real Estate Agent
You take time to research products that will cost you $20 — but how much do you research the person who advises you on spending thousands of dollars?
How to Not Be a Debt Slave
Getting into debt is easy — even recommended. Getting out of it — or avoiding it — is much more difficult. But it can be done.
6 Things You Should Always Buy at Department Stores
When you're trying to save big, you may try to avoid department stores — but for these six things, it's often worth the trip.
Everything New Parents Need to Know About College Savings
Diapers and formula aren't the only costs to consider when adding to your family. You'd better start thinking about college, too.
17 More Places to Buy, Sell, and Trade Books
A few weeks ago, Sasha wrote a great article about where to find books for less. Here are 17 more places to buy, sell, or trade books.
The good life on less energy--even in the US
Whenever I write a post about energy, I point out that we know it's possible to have a high standard of living while using less energy--people in European countries do, so it must
How To Get A Big Payoff From College Scholarships
Winning a scholarship takes effort, even to snag an award that is relatively small ($500-$1,000) compared to the cost of attendance at a state university (more than $16,000 per yea
Milking It: 5 Easy Homemade Cheeses
From cottage cheese to mozzarella and more, these five cheeses are delicious and totally easy to make at home.
Voluntary Slavery
Discover one writer's take on why the "voluntary slavery" of our personal financial situations can keep us from acting in our best interest.
Make Friends and Be Happy: Why Cultivating Relationships Is Good for You
We all know that friends are wonderful — but for reasons ranging from good health to accountability, they might be more important than you realize.
Best Money Tips: Cheap Ways to Keep Your Car Cool in Summer
Today we found articles on cheap ways to keep your car cool in the summer, tips for hosting a guest with dietary restrictions, and ways to make you wedding better for your guests.