Today we found articles on the cheapest cities for retirees, the best time to visit top vacation destinations for big savings, and affordable but romantic Valentine’s Day ideas.
Does your voice get slightly deeper and more husky as you discuss the pleasure of biting into a medium-rare steak? Do you proudly declare that you could never be a vegetarian becau
This time of year college recruiters and counselors at both traditional and online colleges are selling students on the 'majors come lately': Criminal Justice, Business, Child Deve
How many times do you click on a link to an article, video, image or anything else of interest and want to visit the homepage of that site? It happens to me all the time. Sometimes
I haven't owned a television in over 7 years. I haven't lived in a house with a set in over 5 years. I spend my days largely television-free, and I actually like it.
What's the one thing worse than talking about a budget with your spouse? Grocery shopping. I live with a coupon cutter who insists we buy nothing that isn't bought with coupons. Bu
Layaway never completely disappeared from the retail landscape but it’s become more prominent with promotions by some national chains and locally-owned shops. Instead of paying for
Potatoes have gotten a rep as starchy and fattening. But recent studies suggest potatoes may contribute to weight loss, and they're as inexpensive and full of nutrition as ever.
Auto insurance is meant to cover the expenses that can go along with a car accident. There are a lot of factors that go into determining just how much you'll pay to insure your
Need ideas for parlaying volunteer hours into skills and experiences valued by employers? Even if you haven’t received a paycheck in exchange for creative ideas, event planning, or
When shopping for a money market savings account or other bank products, I don't believe it should be all about the yield. You should also be aware of how much it costs to bank wit
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Best Money Tips: Cheapest Cities for Retirees
Today we found articles on the cheapest cities for retirees, the best time to visit top vacation destinations for big savings, and affordable but romantic Valentine’s Day ideas.
Save More and Spend Less by Increasing Your "Mental Transaction Costs"
"Cost" is more than dollars and cents. Use these mental money blocks to take charge of your money and live a more rewarding frugal lifestyle.
So, You Think You're a Carnivore?
Does your voice get slightly deeper and more husky as you discuss the pleasure of biting into a medium-rare steak? Do you proudly declare that you could never be a vegetarian becau
Ask the Readers: What Has Been Your Biggest Money Mistake?
Tell us about your biggest money mistake and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
Back to School: The Case for majoring in English
This time of year college recruiters and counselors at both traditional and online colleges are selling students on the 'majors come lately': Criminal Justice, Business, Child Deve
One genius little button that's saving me a whole bunch of time
How many times do you click on a link to an article, video, image or anything else of interest and want to visit the homepage of that site? It happens to me all the time. Sometimes
Life Without Television
I haven't owned a television in over 7 years. I haven't lived in a house with a set in over 5 years. I spend my days largely television-free, and I actually like it.
Here's How Spending 3% On You Will Advance Your Career
Want to earn more money throughout your career? It could be as simple as investing in yourself.
Ask the Readers: What Is Your Favorite Vacation Destination?
Tell us about your favorite vacation destination and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
The Great Coupon Debate
What's the one thing worse than talking about a budget with your spouse? Grocery shopping. I live with a coupon cutter who insists we buy nothing that isn't bought with coupons. Bu
The Lowdown On Layaway
Layaway never completely disappeared from the retail landscape but it’s become more prominent with promotions by some national chains and locally-owned shops. Instead of paying for
End Potato Prejudice: 10 Reasons Why You Should Eat Potatoes
Potatoes have gotten a rep as starchy and fattening. But recent studies suggest potatoes may contribute to weight loss, and they're as inexpensive and full of nutrition as ever.
Auto Insurance
Auto insurance is meant to cover the expenses that can go along with a car accident. There are a lot of factors that go into determining just how much you'll pay to insure your
5 Reasons Why It's OK to Get a Tax Refund
For most of us, getting a refund is not only more convenient, but the smarter choice as well.
Translating Volunteer Experiences to Workplace Credentials
Need ideas for parlaying volunteer hours into skills and experiences valued by employers? Even if you haven’t received a paycheck in exchange for creative ideas, event planning, or
7 Personal Finance Lessons From Bruce Springsteen
Bruce Springsteen's music speaks to the trials and tribulations of common folk — often including some hard lessons about money.
10 Tips To Lower The Cost of Banking
When shopping for a money market savings account or other bank products, I don't believe it should be all about the yield. You should also be aware of how much it costs to bank wit
What’s Your Budget Personality?
What's your budget personality? Find out here!
Want to Master Your Debt? Think Like a Maze Runner
The path to the debt-free life is challenging, but so liberating once you get there. Kind of like a maze!
12 Gross Jobs That Pay Pretty Well
Sure, the ick-factor is high, but so is the pay. If you've got a strong stomach, we've got a job — or 12 — for you!