I saw this poster on the window of a store-front brokerage firm office near the grocery store. Although the firm in question has an obvious self-interest in getting you to consoli
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Before you squeeze into your seat on that long flight, do these things first.
Here's Why Your Parents Could Buy a Home While You Still Rent
Your Baby Boomer parents could afford to buy their homes. Why can't you?
The 5 Best Night Creams
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I saw this poster on the window of a store-front brokerage firm office near the grocery store. Although the firm in question has an obvious self-interest in getting you to consoli
Big Lessons From the Tiny House Movement
Imagine life without a mortgage or an overstuffed attic. Even if we don't live in one, tiny houses can teach us a lot about consumption, debt, and simplicity.
How to Get Work Experience Without Having a Job
If you want a new job but your resume doesn't have an extensive job history to catch an employer's eye, try these alternative ways to gain work experience.
Ask the Readers: What Are You Thankful For?
Tell us what you're thankful for and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
5 Ways Self Storage Units Are More Sad Museums Than Savvy Solutions
This week I did an intervention on Sarah, one of my dearest friends. Sarah has a substance abuse problem -- but not with drugs. Sarah has a problem with self storage.
Do Nigerian Scam Artists Catch more Flies with Threats of Detainment?
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Is Getting Life Insurance for your Children Prudent or Prudish?
At some point in your parenting adventure, you may be introduced to the concept of getting life insurance for your children. There are a number of reasons why you might want to ins
Book 'Em This Season
The book ‘em initiative is really what the Holiday Season in general and Christmas is about -- not just the giving of things, but of ideas, thoughts, experiences, things that make
You Can't Make It as a One-Car Family: Now What?
Being a one-car family is great for trimming the budget, but let's be real — it's not always easy. Here's how to afford that second set of wheels.
Best Money Tips: How to Deal With Unexpected Holiday Expenses
Today we found articles on ways to deal with unexpected holiday expenses, a hack for wrapping really large gifts, and tips for reducing your water bill.
The 5 Best Camping Sleeping Pads
Maintaining comfort while camping doesn't have to be difficult. Get any of these sleeping pads and you'll get a restful night's sleep under the stars.
10 Smart Ways to Keep Your Entire Life Clutter-Free
Decluttering can seem like an overwhelming process. But there is a way to clear the clutter without the stress of decluttering. Promise!
Here's How a Claim Will Impact Your Car Insurance
Fender bent? Whether it was you or the other guy, there's a good chance your insurance policy may change.
The Only 3 Quick and Easy Salad Dressing Recipes You'll Ever Need
Stop wasting money on tasteless store bought salad dressing and shake up a quick batch at home. Your salad and your budget will appreciate it!
6 Self Help Mantras That Actually Hurt
The Internet is awash in self-help advice and "mantras." Unfortunately, a lot of it just doesn't work. Like these.
7 Easy Ways to Lower Winter Energy Costs
Rising home heating costs are a sure sign winter's almost here. Keep utility costs manageable with these easy home energy efficiency boosts.
Best Money Tips: How to Stay Safe While Shopping Online
Today we found articles on online shopping safety tips, diet foods that actually make it harder to lose weight, and simple ways to make your home more cozy.