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Hitching a Ride on an Airplane

Hitch hiking has been done for years and years. Simply stick your thumb out and wait for a benevolent driver to stop. But how about thumbing a ride on an airplane?

Best Money Tips: Things That Medicare Doesn't Cover

Today we found articles things that Medicare doesn’t cover, how to make a perfect roasted chicken, and simple ways to cut moving costs.

5 Times You're Better Off Without a Real Estate Agent

Those four little words can save you a lot of cash — For Sale By Owner. Are you prepared to sell your own home and reap the rewards?

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Lessons in Frugality From "The Walking Dead"

From budgeting to moderation, AMC's hit series "The Walking Dead" can teach us about frugality (while it also teaches us to never enter a cellar alone).

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How Your Credit Card Statement Is Keeping You in Debt

Your credit card company uses all sorts of sneaky statement tricks to keep you in debt. Learn what to look out for.

How I Grocery Shop

First, I will commit heresy by saying that I no longer write a full weekly menu.

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I'll take a slice of lemon with fecal bacteria please.

I’ve never thought twice about the humble lemon slice. I’m sure most of you haven’t either. And as I’m partial to a slice of lemon in my water or iced tea, for added flavor, I usua

Ask the Readers: When Do You Use Organic?

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8 Good Reasons to Learn Canning Now

If your garden overflows with fruit or you're looking to shave a few dollars off your grocery bill, consider canning. It's easier than you might think!

Not Rich Enough and Not Poor Enough

Most of my highschool classmates came from middle class families that were not extremely rich. During senior year, I noticed a situation where families were not wealthy enough to

Best Money Tips: Small Moves That Boost Your Financial Fitness

Today we found helpful articles on small money moves that will improve your finances, baby essentials you can DIY, and ways to find time to make extra money.

Best Money Tips: Tech Tips for Job Hunting

Today we found some fantastic articles on tech tips for job hunting, how to find the right roommate, and lowering your cooling costs.

Ask the Readers: Do You Play the Lottery?

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8 Cheap, Easy, and Not-So-Obvious Ways to Invest in a Company's Stock

There are many ways to invest besides buying shares in a company's stock through a brokerage firm. Discover eight cheap (or free!) ways.

8 Meatless Dishes for Meat-n-Taters Lovers

Whether you're frugal or bored, meatless may be an avenue you've been wanting to explore for awhile. Here are my eight top meatless picks that are guaranteed to fill you up and