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20 More Signs That You Were Raised by Frugal Parents

Were you were raised by frugal folks? Here are 20 more tell-tale signs that frugality is in your blood.

Chicago Wants to Keep the Change

Instead of using technology to make life easier for drivers, Chicago wants to digitally keep the change.

7 Ways to Have a Better Day at Work

Bad days at work can lead to poor reviews or worse. But if you can turn that frown upside down, you'll be rewarded with improved productivity — and more.

7 Inexpensive Lifestyle Habits That Can Add Years to Your Life

These seven simple changes can add decades to your life — and many of them don't cost a penny. How's that for a return on investment?

8 Ways to Make a Small Room Seem Bigger for $50 or Less

You've got a small room and a small budget. No problem! Make a small space feel luxurious with some cheap — and easy — fixes.

Indie Holidays

Do you want every gift you give to be from the heart? Do you dream about ending the power of materialism? Is encouraging sustainable community on your list for next year? Do you

Open Secrets: Surprising Things Your Spending Reveals

Credit card companies, banks, retailers, and insurers may know more about who you are than your parents do. A lot more.

25 Great Gifts for $5 or Less

Need some non-crafty, hardly homemade gift ideas, all for less than $5? Here are 25 with something suitable for nearly everyone on your gift list.

Exposed: Magazine subscription rates complete BS.

Have you ever wondered about the validity of those "special offer magazine subscriptions" you get in your mailbox? As someone who gets most of his magazines for free thro

Best Money Tips: Ways to Save Money as a Stay-at-Home Mom

Today we found some great articles on saving as a stay-at-home mom, Black Friday ads worth checking out, and ways to save money without even trying.

Best Money Tips: Benefits of Shopping at Farmers Markets

Today we found some fantastic articles on the benefits of shopping at farmer's markets, curbing compulsive spending this Christmas, and teaching personal finance.

23 Classic Breakfast Cereals We All Miss

Saturday mornings as a kid were not complete without your favorite cereal. Here are 23 classics we miss.

As the Wood Burns: The Top 3 BioMass Heating Sources Revealed

CNN predicted a 22% increase in the cost

Waste Not! Revisiting the 5-Second Rule and other Kitchen Classics

Working as a line cook for almost four years exposed me to the dirtier side of the food service business. Generally, I was less-than-impressed

Weight Watchers for Your Wallet

There are a lot of parallels between losing weight and saving money — in fact, some of the best financial advice comes from dieting.

Best Money Tips: Make the Most of Holiday Shopping

Today we found ways to make the most of holiday shopping, tips to build confidence as a public speaker, and common money mistakes that military members make.

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The line between frugal and crazy

You don't have to go very far down the path of being frugal to reach the point where people start questioning your sanity. (You bicycle to work? Even though you have a perfec

20 Surprisingly Delicious Squash Recipes

It's winter-time and that means fresh squash — and plenty of it. When life gives you squash, make pancakes — and lots more besides!

How Much Can You Afford to Risk In a Play Money Account?

Taking reasonable investment risks can be fun with "play money" you set aside for the purpose — just don't risk your retirement or emergency fund!