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Why do so few people live within walking--or at least bicycling--distance from where they work?
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My introduction to David Bach was when I saw him speak at a financial conference a few years ago. He told an interesting story about a couple who came in for a consultation with hi
If you read frugality and simplicity blogs for any length of time, you'll run into a lot of people who take great joy in having simplified their lives. Gradually simplifying y
Today we found some stellar articles on stretching your dinner dollars further on your night out, ways to network and get educated, and how to work a student discount.
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Is This Job Worth It?
This post technically isn't about me. It's about a friend, a lousy job situation, and soliciting feedback from our readers for a friend of mine. Tiffany is an engineer who works for a small start-up. [more]
Hacking your way to a better life
I love how the concept of hacking has changed so much over the past few years. I'm particularly taken with Hack Zine, a site the collects some of the best hacks on the web. [more]
Make Your Escape With These 14 Affordable Weekend Getaways
Travel is a great way to unwind and gain some fresh perspective. Get both, without spending a lot of money (nor precious vacation days), with a quick weekend away from home.
Best Money Tips: Easy Ways to Save Money This Summer
Today we found some great articles on ways to save money this summer, slashing your expenses, and saving on haircuts.
8 Good Reasons to Become a Contractor
There was a time, not that long ago, in which Americans would graduate from college, get a job, and stick with that job until retirement. For those of us who can risk a little more
7 Things Successful Millennials Do
Today's twenty-somethings face their own set of financial and career challenges, but the path to success has been the same for generations.
Dangerous neighborhoods are safer than commuting
Why do so few people live within walking--or at least bicycling--distance from where they work? I've asked a lot of people this question and gotten a lot of different answers. Some people want big houses, others big lawns. [more]
Best Money Tips: Take Advantage of Back to School Sales
Today we found some great articles on ways to take advantage of back to school sales, automating your budget, and habits of the wealthy.
6 Ways New Grads Can Save on Moving Costs
Forget bribing your friends with pizza. These apps and services take a bite out of the cost and hassle of moving.
Live Like There's No Tomorrow
Two weeks after my husband had gotten a glowing performance review and his manager sent care packages for all our of our kids, he was told over the phone at a client meeting that h
Watch Out for These 5 Sneaky 401K Fees
Don't let fees and plan costs sap your 401K earnings. Watch out for these five hidden retirement fees.
The Retirement Latte
My introduction to David Bach was when I saw him speak at a financial conference a few years ago. He told an interesting story about a couple who came in for a consultation with hi
Finding joy in temporary frugality
If you read frugality and simplicity blogs for any length of time, you'll run into a lot of people who take great joy in having simplified their lives. Gradually simplifying y
10 Pointless Fees That Are Sabotaging Your Budget
Just because you have been paying that fee doesn't mean you need to keep on paying it.
Best Money Tips: Stretch Your Dinner Dollars Further on Your Night Out
Today we found some stellar articles on stretching your dinner dollars further on your night out, ways to network and get educated, and how to work a student discount.
How to Turn Groceries Into Gasoline
Grocery store gas discount programs can be a great way to save money on fuel — if you shop wisely. Learn how to make the most of these discounts.
Start Saving More With This One, Simple Tool
If you're struggling to get by paycheck to paycheck, a spending book will help track where your money is going — and where you can start saving.
What to Expect on Your First Cruise
First time heading out on the high seas? Don't stress. Here's what you can expect on your maiden voyage.
Swipe envy
All the cool kids have credit cards. What if you don't? What if you are so young, so poor, so uncool that you can't get one? Do you have to stoop to paying for your food
5 Ways to Dodge Peer Pressure to Spend
How do you resist the urge to spend money when you're with less-than-frugal friends? 5 tips inside.