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The Best Halloween Costumes Are Homemade

If you have a few hours to spare, you can pull together homemade Halloween costumes with super simple materials.

How to Clear Out Financial Clutter

Any kind of clutter can weigh you down, even financial clutter. So clear it out and get your finances back on track.

Twitter Can Save You Money with Deals and Coupons

Want a coupon to try out Yoplait Whips for free? Bargainbriana shared one on Twitter. How about a buy-one-get-one-free deal at Denny's? Coupondivas offered one on Twitter, as well.

Only Celebrate A Few Select Birthdays

What if the we suddenly stopped celebrating every single birthday in our lives, and instead concentrated on just the important ones? Would you care? Would you support it? I’ll tell

A Guide to Becoming a Part-Time Bicycle Commuter

Transitioning from driving to cycling is easier than you think. Find out how to select the right gear, pick safe routes, and optimize your schedule for your daily bike commute.

Kilowatts a Killer? Tips for Air-Drying Clothes

With electricity rates and propane prices rising, we learned in a big hurry how to dry our clothes with minimal dryer use.

5 Affordable Vacations to Please Every Age Group

Learn about the best and most affordable vacation options for group trips and multi-generational families.

6 Fun, Affordable Travel Ideas for Singles

Traveling alone is the best way to get the trip you want, and these travel ideas will also fit anyone's budget.

7 Signs It's Time to Quit Freelancing

The life of a freelancer has its ups and downs. But when the downs are outnumbering the ups, it may be time to move on.

How to Make Whipped Cream by Hand

Whisking cream by hand can seem intimidating, but with a little bit of time and gumption, you can make your very own delicious homemade whipped cream.

5 Money Conversations Every Couple Should Have

Money may not buy happiness, but being honest and open about it can buy you a lot of relationship points.

7 Ways to Make the Most of a Tiny Kitchen

A tiny kitchen can make cooking seem more unappetizing than two-week-old leftovers. But with some creativity and thought, even the smallest kitchen can be functional and inviting.

14 Things You'll Hate About Your Next House

So what if there's a gravel driveway, or an empty lot across the street? Actually, you'll hate these things about your new house.

Savor Your Trip and Save Big With These 5 Slow Travel Tips

By extending your time on the road, you can stretch your dollars and have more fun. Here's how slow travel saves you big.

Learn How to Invest With These 5 Stock Market Games

If you've ever felt daunted by the complexity — and risk — of investing real money, try it for pretend first. It's fun, too!

25 Thoughtful and Frugal Personalized Gift Ideas

You don’t need to spend a fortune to show someone you care. Find something cool to give in this collection of affordable personalized gift ideas.

5 Debt Management Questions You're Too Embarrassed to Ask

Debt management may not be fun, but that doesn't mean you should be embarrassed to ask these five basic questions.

The Ugly Truth of Workplace Success: Popularity Still Matters

Popularity doesn't just matter in high school. It affects a whole lot of your adult job, too.

15 Things in Your Closet You Can Throw Out Today

Closet space comes at a premium — everything you store should fit, look great, and make you feel great. If not, toss it, sell it, or give it away.

4 Tips to Building Realistic Cash Flow Projections

A realistic cash flow projection can be a valuable planning aide. Here's how to keep your rose-tinted glasses from blinding you to reality.