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Need a Cheap Cool Dessert? Make Your Own Shaved Ice!
Last week temperatures here in California soared into the 90s and we needed to cool down. After getting some fat free frozen yogurt we were still feeling hot, so my husband took o
Are Farmer's Markets Frugal or a Luxury?
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How to Prevent a Windfall Money Mistake
Whether the cash comes from the lottery, an inheritance, or a tax refund, planning a windfall strategy now can prevent money mistakes later.
The Easiest Way to Avoid a Tax Audit
It's every taxpayer's worst fear, but it doesn't have to be if you're honest and you stick with these tax-prep basics.
Ask the Readers: Have You Ever Been Audited by the IRS?
Tell us whether you have ever been audited by the IRS and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
5 Ways to Strengthen Your Finances Before Retirement
Make the transition to retirement a little easier by taking care of few personal finance tasks before your income shrinks.
Ask the Readers: How Do You Celebrate Father's Day Frugally?
Tell us how you celebrate Father's Day frugally and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
How to Get Netflix and Hulu to Play on Your TV
Dropping your cable subscription and switching to content streamers like Hulu and Netflix is complicated. Or is it? Cutting the cord has never been easier.
4 Purchases With Financing Options That Depreciate Fast
Before you take on new financing for that fancy new car or diamond necklace, know that they'll depreciate in a blink.
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Save More by Avoiding Multiple Bank Accounts
Have you been using multiple accounts to save for multiple goals? New research suggests a simpler system might lead to more saving.
Best Money Tips: Why Personal Budgets Often Fail
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Chill Out With These 6 Simple DIY Freezer Treats
Cool off this summer by making these easy, affordable, and — most importantly — tasty frozen treats!
The Value of Human Life Just Ain’t What it Used to Be
The government has determined that people are worth less than five years ago.
Stop! Don't Cut Up Your Credit Cards
Put down the scissors, and step away from the plastic! You can catch up on credit card debt in much smarter ways than chopping up your cards.
Ask the Readers: What Are Your New Year's Resolutions for 2016?
Tell us about your New Year's resolutions for 2016 and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
You Can’t Save if You Don’t Try
There has been much discussion about whether certain money-saving strategies are worth your time. In a recent article in Parade Magazine, Tim Harford alerts us to “Bargains That A
Best Money Tips: Save on Your Rental Car
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Ask the Readers: How Do You Host Budget-Friendly Parties?
Tell us how you host budget-friendly parties and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
Best Money Tips: 4th of July Deals
Today we found some stellar articles on 4th of July Deals, saving money when shopping on Amazon, and beating the heat without beating your wallet.