Today we found articles on must-have tools for households that like to DIY, food items you should stop buying and make instead, and beginner tips for raising backyard chickens.
You don't hear it much any more, but for a long time, "If you're so smart, why aren't you rich" was a pretty effective line for the average Joe when dealing w
Friendships are regularly damaged or lost from loans going sour. These are loans that were given and received with the best of intentions, yet few friendships can bear this pressur
I don't like to see good stores close. Especially an Aladdin's cave like The Discovery Store, which offers great educational toys and videos and is just a pleasure to walk around on a Saturday afternoon.
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10 Magic Words to Say to Get the Best New Car Price
High-pressure salespeople are clever with words — especially in the auto market. Turn the tables with these negotiation winners.
10 Smart Things to Do With $25
They say $25 can't buy you a lot these days. Well, "they" are not always correct. Check out this list for 10 great, useful ways to spend that cash.
How to Make Sense of the Different Parts of Medicare
Medicare is complicated. Let's break down all its moving parts.
Best Money Tips: Must-Have Tools for the DIY Life
Today we found articles on must-have tools for households that like to DIY, food items you should stop buying and make instead, and beginner tips for raising backyard chickens.
An Organized Year: A Month-by-Month Guide
If you find yourself procrastinating until the last minute and running out of time, get your act together with this month-by-month schedule.
6 Self-Care Rituals to Try When You Find Out You're Pregnant
You just found out you're pregnant! Time to make self-care your number one priority.
If you're so smart, why aren't you rich?
You don't hear it much any more, but for a long time, "If you're so smart, why aren't you rich" was a pretty effective line for the average Joe when dealing w
10 Things You Probably Didn't Know You Could Buy at Costco
Paper goods, giant bags of peanuts, a year's supply of toothpaste… yeah, Costco sells that. Costco also sells 401(k) plans and caskets. Wait. What?
Borrowing from Friends: The Friendship Killer
Friendships are regularly damaged or lost from loans going sour. These are loans that were given and received with the best of intentions, yet few friendships can bear this pressur
The 5 Best Fabric Softeners
Do you like your clothes feeling extra soft? Then add any one of these five superb fabric softeners to your next laundry run.
How to Save for Retirement When You Are Unemployed
So you're out of work. That doesn't mean you have to lose track of your retirement savings.
5 Signs Someone's Being Fake
Nobody wants to get duped, whether by someone we know or someone we don't. Learn to recognize these tell tale signs of a phony.
How to Live the "Location Independent" Lifestyle
When you can work from anywhere, you can go anywhere. Here's how.
Craigslist vs. eBay: Where to Sell 10 Common Items
Craigslist or eBay? It can be a difficult decision. Use this cheat sheet to figure out where to hock 10 of the most commonly sold items.
7 New Ways to Use Your Microwave
Teach your old microwave oven some new tricks. It'll be glad it's doing more for you than just heating yesterday's leftovers.
Are Cruise Line Rewards Programs Worth It?
Yes, you can absolutely benefit from cruise line loyalty. Here's how these programs work, as well as how to rack up points in a hurry.
8 Questions to Ask Contractors Before Hiring One
You're eager to start that home remodel, but don't skip out on grilling your contractor first.
Revel in a corporation's misfortune - all Discovery Channel stores to close
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There's No Good Reason Not to Get the Amazon Rewards Visa Signature Card
If you shop on Amazon.com, there's no reason not to get the Amazon.com credit card to start earning rewards on your purchases!
The $40 Hidden Inside a 12V Battery
This battery hack that will save you roughly $40 on those 1.5V button cell batteries. All you need is a 2-pack of 12V A23 batteries.