More than half a BILLION phone books are printed and distributed every year in the U.S., which is nearly two books for every American. That consumes about 19 million trees. Here
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17 Creative Things to Do with Phone Books
More than half a BILLION phone books are printed and distributed every year in the U.S., which is nearly two books for every American. That consumes about 19 million trees. Here
How to Sell Your Kid's Stuff at a Consignment Sale
Earn some extra money while killing clutter. Sell your used kid clothes and toys at consignment sales!
14 Unexpected Uses for Sugar
You can do a lot more with a sack of sugar than sweeten your tea and bake some cookies. Read on to learn 14 other ways sugar can enrich your life.
The Best and Worst Things to Buy in August
What sale trends will help you save money this month? Read through for the best and worst things to buy in August.
50 Ways to Feel Better About Yourself Right Now
We all feel down sometimes. Break out of that rut with these 50 strategies for feeling better fast!
Best Money Tips: Ways to Get Ahead at Work
Today we found some great articles on ways to get ahead at work, alternative financial resolutions, and ways to motivate yourself.
The Easy Way to Cure Chronic Procrastination You Should Try Now
What are you waiting for? Fix your chronic procrastination now.
How I'm Conquering My Bag Lady Fears: My 10-Step Program
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Best of Personal Finance: Solar Eclipse/Moon Landing Edition
Between the moon landing (fake! It was filmed in Nevada!) anniversary, a recent solar eclipse, and amateur astronomers discovering huge craters on Jupiter, your mind may have been
Best Money Tips: How to Get the Most From Your Next Hotel Stay
Today we found articles on ways to get the most from your next hotel stay, the myths and realities of “doing what you love,” and enterprising ways to make money from Pokémon Go.
How to Conserve Water by Harvesting Rain or Snow
Recently rainwater harvesting is becoming more popular in America and states such as Arizona and New Mexico are adopting laws that mandate the practice for new buildings. Here are
Best Money Tips: Unusual Uses for WD-40
Today we found articles on unusual but handing uses for WD-40, ways to save money on JetBlue, and how to make your commute more productive.
The 10 Coolest Things That Come in a Can
Canned corn, ho-hum. But canned Unicorn? Yep, there's that and lots more hiding in the humble can these days.
6 Ways to Travel When You Have Student Loans
With smart money management, anyone can hit the road — even with student loan debt.
One Talent, Multiple Streams of Income
Wondering how to use creative talents to pay the bills now and build for retirement later? Last week, I spoke with Texas wildflower artist Linda Calvert Jacobson about what works f
Why Your Personal Savings Rate Matters
Banks and other big financial players measure and track lots of data about their performance. Here's one you should start tracking, too.
Best Money Tips: Save Money at the Gas Pump
Today we found some awesome articles on saving money at the pump, plugging your financial leaks, and conversation starters that make mingling fun.
How Much Personal Finance Info Should You Share?
TMI doesn't just apply to your health and love life. You might not want to spill all the beans on your finances, either.
Eat Better and Save Money With These Easy Two-Night Meals
Not up to meal planning for a whole week? Meal plan for two days with these first night dinners that offer plenty of delicious next night options.
Best Money Tips: Reduce Your Food Expenses
Today we found some great articles on tax day freebies, reducing your food expenses, and steps to investing in yourself.