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It can be tempting to dig into savings and start spending money when springtime arrives. Instead, commit to sailing into summer with a healthy balance sheet.
The first person I met who practiced voluntary simplicity didn't call it that, and I didn't understand what she was doing until many years later. [more]
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Best Money Tips: Avoid These Holiday Spending Mistakes
Today we found articles on holiday spending mistakes to avoid, ways to give back without derailing your budget, and lifesaving habits of a professional organizer.
10 Cheap, Handmade Gift Wrapping Ideas
Instead of filling the trash with expensive, one-use-only wrapping paper this year, use these ideas for wrapping that is as unique as it is frugal.
10 Spa Treatments You Can Do at Home
You don't need to empty your wallet at the spa to enjoy facials, manicures, and more. Discover 10 luxurious treatments you can do on your own.
What Does Your Personal Guarantee On a Business Credit Card Mean?
A credit card for your small business can be a great way to manage expenses (and earn rewards). There's just one catch.
Best Money Tips: How to Retire on the Cheap
Today we found some awesome articles on how to retire on the cheap, ideas to increase your income, and dangers of leasing a car.
Best Money Tips: What Successful People Do To Maximize Their Time
Today we found some great articles on things that successful people do to maximize their time, possible causes for your high bills, and ways to keep promises with yourself.
Best Money Tips: Saving on Gas
Today we found some awesome articles on saving on gas, figuring out extreme couponing, and why you should love credit cards.
The 6 Biggest Financial Decisions in Your 20s
Your 20s are exciting — but also the time to get your finances straight for the decades to follow. Make these smart money moves before it's too late.
Canadians Try To Kill Your Pets - Pet Food Recall
Canada is at it again. This time, it's not mad cow (as far as we know), but will these insidious northerners never stop? [more]
7 Money Moves to Make When You Get a New Job
Starting a new job? Great! Just remember to make these key moves to keep your finances in order.
Urgent Care or ER? How to Decide Where to Go
You're hurt or sick, and you need quick cre. The question is — urgent care or the ER?
8 Good Reasons to Become a Contractor
There was a time, not that long ago, in which Americans would graduate from college, get a job, and stick with that job until retirement. For those of us who can risk a little more
How to Avoid 7 Common Spring Spending Traps
It can be tempting to dig into savings and start spending money when springtime arrives. Instead, commit to sailing into summer with a healthy balance sheet.
Simple Living Through Capital
There are a lot of ways to live simply. My personal favorite is living simply through capital — and it's easier to do than you might expect.
5 Signs Your Budget Needs a Makeover (And How to Do It)
Try as you might, your money and your budget won't see eye-to-eye. Here's how to get back on track.
Voluntary simplicity versus poverty
The first person I met who practiced voluntary simplicity didn't call it that, and I didn't understand what she was doing until many years later. [more]
14 of the Coolest Sayings About Investing
It's easy to get frustrated by the complexity that is investing, so take a moment to chill in wisdom of some well turned phrases about making money.
7 Life Choices That Are Actually Financial Decisions
You might think that many of life's biggest decisions come down to emotion. But they really come down to money.
Homemade Deodorant: Is It Worth It?
Sure, ready-made deodorant is easy to purchase and use. But there are some great reasons to make your own (inexpensive!) deodorant.
7 Times It's Okay to Raid Your 529 Plan
While you shouldn't tap a 529 plan willy-nilly, sometimes it's okay to dip into school savings, especially if you have better options.