What one thief might consider trash can be your treasure. Create this simple container for your car, and safely hide your valuables in (almost) plain site.
Recycling isn't just good for the environment; it's also good for your wallet. From cans to paper to electronics and more, learn how to earn cash by going green.
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Disguise Your Stuff to Prevent Car Break-ins
What one thief might consider trash can be your treasure. Create this simple container for your car, and safely hide your valuables in (almost) plain site.
How and Why I Held Onto a Tanking Stock — And What Happened Next
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How to Keep Your Pets Cool During a Heat Wave
The dog days of summer are here. Here's how to keep your fur buddies cool.
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You can spend hundreds on kitchen utensils and gear, or much, much less if you shop smart and pick the right $10 essentials — like these.
Live Where It's Cheap
More effective than giving up luxuries, using coupons, or buying in bulk, the most powerful enabler of frugal living is to live where it's cheap.
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Nutrition Facts labels are about to get their first major makeover in 25 years. Will they help us eat healthier?
America Is Back: 4 Economic Predictions for 2015
The U.S. is poised to take off this year. Are you ready to reap the rewards?
Turn One Room Into Two With These 10 Simple Tricks
You can't create more space in your tiny place, but you can create more spaces with some clever design ideas. You can get more storage, too!
Stay in School until the Job Market Improves?
For decades it's been a common strategy that's worked out pretty well. This time, it's not looking like such a good idea.
6 Foods Scientifically Proven to Help You Sleep
There's nothing worse than tossing and turning all night. Snack your way to fitful rest with these foods proven to help you sleep.
Back in Debt? Here's How to Pay it Off for Good
After conquering debt, it's tough to find yourself back in the hole. Have faith! You can pay off your debt again — this time for good.
Cash for Trash: Making Money Recycling
Recycling isn't just good for the environment; it's also good for your wallet. From cans to paper to electronics and more, learn how to earn cash by going green.
17 Ways Your House Can Earn a Paycheck
Looking for a unique way to pad your bottom line? Put your house to work earning extra income.
Big Purchases You Should Make by 30, 40, and 50
Before your next milestone birthday, look at the big picture. Have the purchases you've made revealed something about who you are?
How to Buy a Mattress in 10 Minutes or Less
Losing sleep over a subpar mattress? Pick out a new one in under 10 minutes with these tips. No more tossing and turning!
4 False Assumptions That Could Threaten Your Retirement Years
Are you heading for a rough retirement? If you're counting on these things in your golden years, you may be in for a rude awakening.
9 Safe Investments That Aren't Bonds
Bonds aren't as attractive as they used to be. Where else can you stash your cash at reduced risk?
When Good Food Goes Bad
Your wilted lettuce has a greater destiny than the trash. Here's a quick-fix recipe to the rescue!
Ethnic Markets: Feel worldly for cheap
Your local ethnic supermarket has delicious cultural ingredients you won't find elsewhere — at least not at such a good price!
How These 10 Winter Health Myths May Be Harming You
At this time of year, you're going to hear a lot of health advice. Some of it will not only be untrue, but can actually damage your health.