I moved to the United States when I was a child from Yangzhou, China. After sixteen years, I could easily pass as an American because I speak English without an accent, and I am w
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Going for an affordable little spruce up? Not wanting to spend an entire weekend sanding down Grandma's old bureau? Here are three easy and cheap decorating ideas to add unexpected
Finding time to pack your lunch for work each day can feel pretty overwhelming. Trying to be creative about it can be even more frustrating. Following are several categories of sug
Here are 20 creative ways to repurpose today's worn out nylon pantyhose. Use them to shine your shoes, scrub your valuables, or reduce your heating bills!
Keeping your writing utensils in tip-top shape isn't easy, but it can be. Just use any of these mechanical pencils and never have the need to use a pencil sharpener again.
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Chinese Money Habits - How My Culture Influences My Attitudes Toward Money
I moved to the United States when I was a child from Yangzhou, China. After sixteen years, I could easily pass as an American because I speak English without an accent, and I am w
Lentil Love: How to Sex Up a Simple Staple and Save
Let's face it. Lentils aren't usually a food that folks write love songs about, at least in this country. But for price and nutrition, they're pretty tough to beat. Bonus? They don
Cheap Decorating: Three Simple Hacks for Style on a Dime
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A Denim Expert Reveals Why You Only Need 3 Pairs of Jeans
By following a simple routine, you can have denim jeans for every occasion and task, and you only have to buy a single pair per year.
40 Rice Cake Topping Ideas
Rice cakes are low cost, low calorie, and largely low flavor. Dress them up with responsible-sized helpings of these delicious toppings.
7 Easy Lunch Ideas for Work
Don't be intimidated by brown-bagging it — having a fast, tasty work lunch can be easy and inexpensive. Just follow these tips.
How to Brown Bag it With Style
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Ask the Readers: What Do You Do With Leftover Halloween Candy?
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Quick Pantry Snacks for Unexpected Guests
When company shows up unannounced (or you just want a quick, tasty snack), whip up one of these treats using ingredients you already have on hand.
3 Sources for Freelance Work at Home Jobs
Freelance work at home jobs are easier dreamed about than found, it sometimes seems. Here are three free ones I like to check on a regular basis.
22 Ways to Reuse Paper
Before you toss that bundle of junk mail or printed-on computer paper in the recycling bin, hold on! Try one of these 22 creative ways to reuse it.
5 Things Keeping You From a Life of Financial Independence
These are common obstacles that could be standing between you and sweet financial freedom.
20 Money-Saving Ways to Reuse Old Pantyhose
Here are 20 creative ways to repurpose today's worn out nylon pantyhose. Use them to shine your shoes, scrub your valuables, or reduce your heating bills!
The 5 Best Mechanical Pencils
Keeping your writing utensils in tip-top shape isn't easy, but it can be. Just use any of these mechanical pencils and never have the need to use a pencil sharpener again.
11 Instant Pot Meals That Prove Autumn Is the Best Season
Considering an instant pot, or already own one? Here are 11 fall-ish foods you'll want to make all autumn.
25 Easy 5-Ingredient Recipes That Save Time and Money
You don't need a lot of fancy ingredients to put a flavorful meal on the table. Make dinner easy with short grocery lists and basic preparations.
The 5 Best Sites to Sell Your Arts and Crafts
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10 Easiest Items to "Flip" for Cash
There are tons of things in your house right now that could easily be flipped for cash. It just takes a good eye and some elbow grease!
Should You Use a Personal Loan or a Home Equity Loan to Remodel Your Home?
Looking to remodel your home? Here's how to decide between a personal loan and a home equity loan to pay for it.
Walmart vs. Sam's Club: Who Actually Has the Better Deals?
Walmart may be rolling back prices, but certain items are cheaper at Sam's Club. Here's where to get the best deals on stuff you probably buy.