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My husband and I eat out quite often because we just do not have the time and energy to cook on most weekdays. Even though we go out three times a week or more, we do not really s
The most fun, memorable and least expensive birthday party for your child may be, figuratively and literately, right in your own backyard. I’ve attended and hosted fabulous but sim
In the United States job seekers are protected by a myriad of anti-discrimination laws. Despite these laws many potential employers still want employees that fit a narrow profile
Around springtime last year, as my niece’s university graduation date loomed, I picked out (but waited to buy) what I thought would be an ideal gift: a watch with her alma mater’s
For the past few years people have been telling us that it's not a matter of "if" a pandemic occurs, but a matter of "when." Well, a pandemic may be upon us. Or it may not. Either
In 1939 a group of 200 Harvard undergrads became part of a longterm sociological study. The results, published recently, reveal surprising secrets about joy and wellbeing.
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If you're looking for a new car, use this simple rule to put yourself in the driver's seat while remaining in control of your car expenses.
Be a Smarter Home Buyer by Avoiding These 12 House Hunter Cliches
Binge watching "House Hunters" may leave you with big ideas, but please — don't listen to these stupid home-buying comments.
Best Money Tips: Free (and Almost Free) Spring Family Fun
Today we found some fantastic articles on spring family fun, ways to spring-clean your budget, and reducing your income taxes.
Ask the Readers: What Are the Best Gifts for Men?
Tell us what you think the best gifts for men are and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
Best Money Tips: 101 Ways to Make an Extra $500 a Month
Today we found articles on ways to make an extra $500 a month, frugal alternatives to popular Valentine’s Day gifts, and smart things to do when you’re bored.
Book review: Happier
Here are two ideas you already know: You won't achieve maximum happiness by always doing the most pleasurable thing you can think of at each moment, but neither will you find it b
Tips For Eating Out Cheaply
My husband and I eat out quite often because we just do not have the time and energy to cook on most weekdays. Even though we go out three times a week or more, we do not really s
6 Old School Tools to Help You Stay on Budget
If the latest apps and digital spreadsheets aren't your cup of tea, kick it old school with these low tech ways to keep finances on track.
The Top 5 Strength Training Apps
Need a new workout routine or some extra motivation? Find both in this list of five popular strength training apps.
How to Throw a Kid’s Birthday Party That’s Fun, Happily Memorable, and Not So Expensive
The most fun, memorable and least expensive birthday party for your child may be, figuratively and literately, right in your own backyard. I’ve attended and hosted fabulous but sim
10 Questions to Ask Before Accepting a Credit Card Offer
It feels like we toss out unsolicited credit card offers every day. But what about when you actually want to accept one?
Five More Tips For Eating In Restaurants And Sticking To A Budget
Even if you are working hard to keep your discretionary spending to a minimum, you can still enjoy a restaurant meal once in awhile.
The 7 Laws of Negotiation
Over the past couple of decades, I’ve distilled successful negotiating down to seven key principles.
Build Savings Faster With a Multiple Account Strategy
Trying to manage all your expenses out of one savings account? Your finances might actually be a little simpler with two or three accounts.
8 Reasons to Drink More Water
It's old news that we don't really need to drink eight glasses of water per day, but there are still plenty of reasons to stay well-hydrated.
How to recognize and answer illegal interview questions
In the United States job seekers are protected by a myriad of anti-discrimination laws. Despite these laws many potential employers still want employees that fit a narrow profile
Gifts For Grads
Around springtime last year, as my niece’s university graduation date loomed, I picked out (but waited to buy) what I thought would be an ideal gift: a watch with her alma mater’s
15 Things You Should Do Today to Prepare for a Pandemic Flu
For the past few years people have been telling us that it's not a matter of "if" a pandemic occurs, but a matter of "when." Well, a pandemic may be upon us. Or it may not. Either
6 Secrets to a Joyful Life
In 1939 a group of 200 Harvard undergrads became part of a longterm sociological study. The results, published recently, reveal surprising secrets about joy and wellbeing.
Is Uber Saving or Costing You Money?
We all know that Uber is super convenient, but is it actually saving you money? Let's find out!