Today is National Ride Your Bike to Work Day. I have a bike but I chose to drive in my “Share the Road†license-plate embellished car today. Why? The route from home to office, though short, is treacherous. [more]
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Stop worrying that you won't have enough money in retirement. Instead, follow these tips to ensure you remain financially comfortable as long as you live.
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Growing up in a typical small Jewish family, I assumed everyone knew the I’m-smart-but-not-cheap tactics I was raised with. But as I’ve gotten older (yeah, it had to happen sometim
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Today is National Ride Your Bike to Work Day. I have a bike but I chose to drive in my “Share the Road†license-plate embellished car today. Why? The route from home to office, though short, is treacherous. [more]
How to Negotiate Your Rent
A rent hike may have you packing your bags, but if you don't want to move, it's time to haggle.
Best Money Tips: Take Advantage of Happy Hour
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10 Top Mutual Funds for Income Investors
Whether you're closing in on retirement or just need some extra cash, these 10 well-crafted mutual funds are worth a look.
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Frugal Transport--bicycling
Three years ago I started bicycling to work. It was a gradual thing. It took extra planning to ride--there were issues with clothing, issues with carrying stuff on the bike.
8 Times You Should Demand a Discount
Whether it's a dented floor model dishwasher, or you're paying in cash… know that you can — and should — demand a discount.
Your budget: envelopes or a plan?
When I was first introduced to budgeting, the model used was the envelope method. Every payday you'd take your cash and divide it up among envelopes labeled "Rent," "Groceries," "Electric Bill," etc. [more]
Best Money Tips: Get Great Deals on Outlet Purchases
Today we found some awesome articles on getting great deals on outlet purchases, making money teaching, and saving for retirement with an IRA.
Best Money Tips: How to Save Hundreds on Groceries
Today we found some great articles on tips to save hundreds on groceries, how your friends are keeping you broke, and the secret to cooking the perfect steak.
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It was time again to stock up on some things, and so this past weekend I went to my usual places: the fish market in Pyrmont (where one employee asked me how work was going since t
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You really want a credit card. But are you ready for one? These signs say no.
Private foundations for ordinary folks
There are a lot of advantages to having a private foundation to use as the vehicle for your charitable giving. Sadly, the tax laws make setting up a private foundation impractical
6 Ways to Avoid Running Out of Money in Retirement
Stop worrying that you won't have enough money in retirement. Instead, follow these tips to ensure you remain financially comfortable as long as you live.
8 Reasons to Stay Calm When the Market Tanks
Panicking over the recent market downturn? Deep breaths. Your money will be okay this time, and next time, too. Here's why.
Quick travel ideas
So, I'm finishing up at my old job this week and things are crazy. Thus, I offer you some of the best travel tips that just might save you some money.
Best Money Tips: 21 Smart and Surprising Uses for Salt
Today we found some great articles on smart ways to use salt, how to supercharge your afternoon with a coffee nap, and financial planning tips for millennials.
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Today we found articles on how to treat sunburned eyes, mistakes to avoid before a long flight, and cheap but amazing organization ideas.
10 Negotiable Ways To a Fatter Wallet
Growing up in a typical small Jewish family, I assumed everyone knew the I’m-smart-but-not-cheap tactics I was raised with. But as I’ve gotten older (yeah, it had to happen sometim
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