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Beat the heat with cool summer meals
Some summer evenings are simple too hot to contemplate firing up the stove or using the oven. Some nights, even standing in front of the grill flipping burgers sounds like a bit to
35 Tasty Ways to Use Frozen Spinach
Make like Popeye and unleash your kitchen super powers by opening a box (or a bag!) of versatile, nutritious frozen spinach.
Does living frugally hurt the economy?
When I advocate for frugal living, people sometimes ask, "What if everybody lived like that? Wouldn't it hurt the economy?" My natural inclination toward frugal liv
6 Smart Ways to Use Garage Space
If the garage serves no other purpose but another space for clutter to pile up, why not convert it into one of these creative uses?
Use Beer to Get Rid of Pests
Humans aren't the only creatures that like drinking beer — all sorts of creepy, crawly, and furry things do too. Learn how to use suds to keep pests at bay.
5-Day Debt Reduction Plan: Add It Up
It's Day Two of your plan to tackle debt reduction. Time to ditch the excuses, break out the calculator, and make a game plan.
A Stimulating Debate That Just Might Boil Down To Perception
How you perceive your tax rebate could go a long way in determining whether or not you’re going to spend it.
10 Old Knick-Knacks You Can Flip for Easy Cash
In need of some extra cash? Look around your home for some flippable vintage knick-knacks like these.
7 Questions That Reveal If You and Your Partner Are a Money Match
They say romance and money don't mix but, to maintain a successful marriage, mixing the two is crucial. Here's how to get the convo started -- before it's too late
How to Freeze Your Credit
A credit freeze can protect you from financial scammers. Here's how they work.
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.
14 of the Coolest Sayings About Investing
It's easy to get frustrated by the complexity that is investing, so take a moment to chill in wisdom of some well turned phrases about making money.
Best Lenders for Personal Loans
Whether you face unexpected expenses or are just shopping the best rate, there's a personal loan available to suit your needs.
11 Famous Failures That Led to Success (And the Lessons They Teach)
Winning isn't everything. For these famous failures, losing was the only thing, until they finally won. What can you learn from their mistakes?
4 Smartest Ways to Use a Home-Equity Loan
If you have the home equity to spare, you can borrow against it. Just be sure you're using the loan for something smart.
5 Best Websites to Help You Retire Early
Everybody dreams of retiring early, but few of us actually do it. These retirement finance experts can show you the way.
25 Frugal Ways to "Pay It Forward"
Paying it forward — doing something nice for someone else — makes that person feel great AND improves your day. Here's how to do it frugally.
3 Cheap and Easy Formulas for Homemade Windshield De-Icer (Plus Bonus Tips)
It’s that dreaded time of year. Each trip to town requires a 10-minute pre-start on my car, and the hated task of scraping my windshield. There are several options to help you wi
13 Ways to Make Money Online That Aren't Scams
There's no shortage of Internet "jobs" scams, but there are legit side gigs, too. Fatten your wallet with these online extra income opportunities.
9 Places to Go to Beat the Summer Heat
From pools to libraries and much more, stay cool without raising your electric bill by visiting one of these inexpensive (or free!) spots.