If you’re a recent grad, I hope you've snagged the job of your dreams with a great company, perhaps after having completed summer internships or cooperative work programs with your
I'm not one for believing in fate or destiny, but the timing on this was spot on. After just finishing a terrfiic documentary called "America Unchained", about one Brit's quest to
Typical personal finance advice would have you divide your budget categories into two groups: Your fixed expenses and your discretionary expenses. I generally don't like that dis
How frustrating is it to pay all of your bills each month when you finally get a minute to sit down and take care of things, only to find out later you got socked with penalties an
From creative crafts to delicious recipes to helpful household hacks, this heaping bushel of apple ideas will keep you busy and well-fed all autumn long.
Part three of my Real Hustle compliation is the one I have wanted to feature for a very long time. The other two posts were lighter in nature, this one is more grim as it involves more of your hard-earned cash being swindled from you. [more]
Sometimes, being frugal means not just saving money; sometimes it means not spending any at all. There’s been a growing preoccupation with working more to earn more--to buy more; y
Want to go a step beyond gifts that are useful? Every single one of the items on this list can help save money. Now THAT is a gift that keeps on giving.
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20+ Ways to Use Sriracha (AKA Awesome Sauce)
Investing in one bottle of Sriracha chili sauce means no boring meals for a year! (Or almost month if you enjoy Sriracha as much as this writer does.)
How to Get Rid of Your Old Electronics
These four responsible ways to dispose of old electronics will keep them the out of landfills and may even put a little more money in your pocket.
Should Your Next Car Be Electric?
Electric cars are an alternative to environmentally unfriendly gas guzzlers, but are they worth the higher upfront cost?
The High Cost of Cheap Clothes
Even the cheapest fast fashion pieces come with a hefty price — steep environmental and social costs we don't often see.
Resumes For Recent Grads: Translating Campus Experiences Into Real-World Skills
If you’re a recent grad, I hope you've snagged the job of your dreams with a great company, perhaps after having completed summer internships or cooperative work programs with your
Are You Letting FOMO Ruin Your Finances?
FOMO can prompt us to make a lot of questionable decisions. Get your envy in check and regain control of your life — and your money.
The disappearance of real America - my guest post at Zen Habits
I'm not one for believing in fate or destiny, but the timing on this was spot on. After just finishing a terrfiic documentary called "America Unchained", about one Brit's quest to
Emergency belt-tightening
Typical personal finance advice would have you divide your budget categories into two groups: Your fixed expenses and your discretionary expenses. I generally don't like that dis
Why Can't You Ever Make On-Time Payments?
How frustrating is it to pay all of your bills each month when you finally get a minute to sit down and take care of things, only to find out later you got socked with penalties an
19 Frugal (And Easy) Ways to Update an Old Home
Don't drain your budget on simple upgrades to an old home. There is plenty you can do on the cheap.
5 Fun Family Friendly Games for Your Holiday Party
You have the food, you have your guests, now add the entertainment: Here are five games under $20 that kids and adults can enjoy together.
Cheap, Quick Homemade Breakfasts
Whether you're wide-eyed or totally groggy in the morning, there's a cheap, quick, at-home breakfast for you. Try one of these great morning noshes.
23 Fantastic Uses for Apples
From creative crafts to delicious recipes to helpful household hacks, this heaping bushel of apple ideas will keep you busy and well-fed all autumn long.
How to Score Free Rides on Uber, Lyft, and Sidecar
You've heard of ridesharing by now — but did you know you can score free rides? Pocket referral points from Uber, Lyft, and Sidecar!
5 Tax Mistakes Freelancers Need to Stop Making
When you run your own business, taxes can be tricky. Don't let these tax mistakes derail your freelance finances.
Street market scams. Don't believe the hype.
Part three of my Real Hustle compliation is the one I have wanted to feature for a very long time. The other two posts were lighter in nature, this one is more grim as it involves more of your hard-earned cash being swindled from you. [more]
9 Ways to Save Money on Your Cup of Coffee
Few of us can start the day without a morning jolt. Make your daily cup of joe even better with some easy ways to spend less on coffee.
Do you have what you want… and do you want what you have?
Sometimes, being frugal means not just saving money; sometimes it means not spending any at all. There’s been a growing preoccupation with working more to earn more--to buy more; y
15 Ways to Have a Frugal Friday
Don't use the end of the workweek as an excuse to spend. Instead, celebrate Friday the frugal way with these 15 cost-cutting suggestions.
25 Gifts That Save Money
Want to go a step beyond gifts that are useful? Every single one of the items on this list can help save money. Now THAT is a gift that keeps on giving.