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I know many people would like to spend more time outdoors, but may not know where to start. Here are some of my favorite modes of outdoor exploration that doesn't require too much
Looking for a wine that won't cost a lot of money and still taste great? From red to white to sparkling, each of the awesome wines on this list is $10 or less.
Scammers always try to pass themselves off as legit. Here's why I thought I was getting scammed recently, and how to make sure it doesn't happen to you.
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Considering that I pay most bills online, I don’t use a whole lot of postage stamps these days. When I do, however, it almost always involves me digging through piles of paperwork
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Women: How and Why to Take Charge of Your Finances
Women live longer than men yet set aside less money for retirement. Learn how you can become more financially independent today.
Book review: The Self-Sufficient Life and How to Live It
In the days when self-sufficiency was simply the normal way of things, you'd learn the necessary knowledge and skills from your parents. (And from your grandparents, aunts and
Close-to-Home Outdoor Adventure Basics
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Keeping tidy while cooking makes for better meals and easier clean-up, and it doesn't take a lot of effort with these labor-saving shortcuts.
6 Highly Effective Ways to Save Without Clipping a Coupon
You save big bucks on your next shopping trip, no coupon-clipping required. It's easier than you think!
6 Steps to Take When You Have More Bills Than Income
When the bills are mounting, don't give up! Get proactive with your creditors, cut your costs, and start rebuilding your credit. Here's how.
How to Sign Up for Half-Price Flights and Free Hotels
It's not a trick or a scam — you really can get deeply discounted travel by becoming a mystery shopper.
Don't Forget About These 7 Job Hunting Expenses
It's not just yourself you need to prepare for a job hunt. Prepare your money, too!
31 Delicious, Cheap Recipes That Use Up Your Herb Garden
Fresh, home-grown herbs are delicious and frugal — but can often go to waste. Use up your garden's bounty in these tasty cookies, cocktails, and more!
7 Frugal Lessons from Great-Grandmother
You don't have to look far for great frugal living tips, just back a couple of generations.
7 Tips for Family Getaways When You Don't Have a Vacation Fund
Didn't save up enough money for your family vacation? Don't fret. There are plenty of destinations you can enjoy on the cheap.
How Living in a Hotel Can Be Surprisingly Affordable
Believe it or not, living in a hotel can be an affordable housing option.
10 Great Wines Under 10 Dollars
Looking for a wine that won't cost a lot of money and still taste great? From red to white to sparkling, each of the awesome wines on this list is $10 or less.
How to Avoid Phishing Scams
Scammers always try to pass themselves off as legit. Here's why I thought I was getting scammed recently, and how to make sure it doesn't happen to you.
Stop! Don't Make These 6 Dumb Mistakes With Your Financial Windfall
We all dream about scoring a big financial windfall — and all the great ways to spend it. If fortune does favor you, don't blow it!
How to Find and Hire a Reliable Contractor
Nothing's more scary for homeowners than the prospect of hiring the wrong contractor. Here's how to hire the right one.
5 Crucial Things You Should Know About Bonds
Boring and staid, bonds remain a fundamental piece of a well-made portfolio. Find out why you should add bonds to yours.
6 Ways to Make Extra Money Using Social Media
How many social media platforms do you check in with every day (or every hour)? Turn your social media time sink into an extra income, instead.