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
From Craigslist to grocery samples, free stuff is everywhere. Understand how marketers use "free," the psychology behind it, and how it affects your habits.
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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
How to Save Without Goals
Basic plans for saving and investing that don't require use of a formal financial plan with specific goals.
6 Ways Lust Is Keeping You Poor
It's Valentine's Day and lust is lurking behind the cards and candy. Take those churchy warnings to heart — lust will leave you wanting.
The 5 Best Internal Solid State Drives
Want to boost the speed and storage space on your computer? These internal solid state drives will do just that without burning a hole in your wallet.
10 Surprising Ways to Save Money on Hotels
Hotels are expensive! Cut the cost of a night's stay with these clever lodging cost cutters.
The 5 Best Coloring Pencils
Add a little color into your life with the right art supplies. Use any of these coloring pencils and brighten the pages in front of you.
The 5 Best Rechargeable Batteries
Dislike having to constantly buy new batteries? These rechargeable batteries can keep the power flowing longer and save you a bit of cash as well.
10 Reasons to Drink Tea
Tea can wake you up or calm you down, cool you in summer and warm you in winter. If you don't already drink the steeped stuff, here's why you should.
The 5 Best Bladeless Fans
When it's a hot day and your regular fans just aren't cutting it, a bladeless fan can truly keep you cool.
Should You Use Peer-to-Peer Lending to Pay Down Credit Card Debt?
Depending on your debt situation, a peer-to-peer loan may be an affordable — and sensible — way to retire debt. Here's what you should consider.
How to Make Your Own Popcorn
From butter-drenched microwaved kernels to old-fashioned stovetop kettle corn, here's how to make your own popped snack at home.
The 7 Most Relaxing Ways to Spend Your Lunch Hour
When your lunch break rolls around, leave the computer, get off the phone, and use your time for you — stop giving it to the man.
The 5 Best Rain Jackets for Women
Keeping your clothes from getting wet on a rainy day isn't easy, but it can be. Just wear any of these rain jackets and your clothes will stay dry.
11 Incredible UNESCO World Heritage Sites Right Here in the U.S.
Don’t miss these incredible UNESCO World Heritage sites right here on our doorstep.
5 Dangers of Mobile Banking — And How to Avoid Them
There's an app for everything now — even banking. Before you pull out your smartphone to bank, understand the security risks and how to avoid them.
5 Best Online Brokerages for Your IRA
You know you should be socking more away for retirement, but how? Start now with an IRA at one of these newbie friendly online brokerages.
First Rule of Financial Wins: Avoid Losses
Financial freedom isn't about swinging for the fences. A strategy based on avoiding losses can pay off big.
4 Ways to Get Cheaper Health Insurance
Obamacare made health care mandatory for most — and the healthcare market tricky for all. Learn to navigate the system and pay less for insurance.
The Psychology of Free, and Its Power Over You
From Craigslist to grocery samples, free stuff is everywhere. Understand how marketers use "free," the psychology behind it, and how it affects your habits.
When It Makes Sense to Apply for a Mortgage Loan Without Your Spouse
Marriage is a collaboration, but if your spouse has less than stellar credit, you may be better off going solo on a mortgage application.