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Something of an exaggeration, of course—a one-person household can be very frugal. But there's an underlying truth: A household is only as frugal as its least-frugal member.
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4 Myths About Economic Behavior We Don't Believe Anymore
We all remember the marshmallow experiment from Psychology 101. New studies show those famous findings are full of fluff.
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Sure, turkey is traditional but there's no reason you can't celebrate the harvest with an affordable and delicious alternative.
Stop Calling Me! How to Avoid Telemarketers
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Five J.O.B.’s That Aren’t That B.A.D.
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5 Reasons to Travel Off the Beaten Path
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Why Is "Rich" Often Equated With "Evil"?
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Is Your Apple Dangerous? How to Eat Fewer Pesticides (and Save Money)
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Three Unique Subscription Services that Might Save You Money
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The 10-Step Staircase to a Comfortable Retirement
The secret to saving enough for retirement is simple. Start early and increase the amount you save over time. For many people the hardest step on the journey is that first one.
It takes a frugal spouse to make a frugal home
Something of an exaggeration, of course—a one-person household can be very frugal. But there's an underlying truth: A household is only as frugal as its least-frugal member.