I have spent a good portion of my young life being poor. Growing up on a small family farm during the agriculture crises in the 80’s gave me perspective on what poverty really mean
So your credit card company just called offering you balance protection insurance against job loss, disability, life, or critical illness. The cost will be just pennies, calculated
A recent study suggests that many workers can't afford a decent place to live. But is truth that we need to change our concept of a good standard of living?
Here in San Mateo County, many gas stations are starting to sport prices above $4.00 per gallon. The trusty Gas and Shop down the street is still holding on to $3.93 per ga
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Being Poor Without Being Pitiful
I have spent a good portion of my young life being poor. Growing up on a small family farm during the agriculture crises in the 80’s gave me perspective on what poverty really mean
Pay Down Debt and Get Cash Back With These 6 Services
Need to pay down debt faster? There's an app for that — well, kind of. Try one of these cash back services and pay down your debt that much faster.
Credit Card Insurance? No Thanks.
So your credit card company just called offering you balance protection insurance against job loss, disability, life, or critical illness. The cost will be just pennies, calculated
8 Ways to Make a Small Room Seem Bigger for $50 or Less
You've got a small room and a small budget. No problem! Make a small space feel luxurious with some cheap — and easy — fixes.
Best Money Tips: Cheap Substitutions for Pricey Ingredients
Today we found cheap substitutions for pricey ingredients, tips for saving money at the farmers market, and Halloween freebies and deals.
What's a Fair Relationship Between Salary and Rent?
A recent study suggests that many workers can't afford a decent place to live. But is truth that we need to change our concept of a good standard of living?
Best Money Tips: Ways to Save Money as a Stay-at-Home Mom
Today we found some great articles on saving as a stay-at-home mom, Black Friday ads worth checking out, and ways to save money without even trying.
23 Classic Breakfast Cereals We All Miss
Saturday mornings as a kid were not complete without your favorite cereal. Here are 23 classics we miss.
Thinking Inside the “Little White Receipt Box”
One box + Lots of Receipts = Financial Responsibility for this blogger!
Ask the Readers: When Did You Get Your First Credit Card?
Tell us when you got your first credit card for a chance to win 1 of 3 $20 Amazon gift certificates!
Best Money Tips: Spring-Clean Your Closet and Make Money
Today we found some awesome articles on spring cleaning your closet and making money, requesting a tax extension, and getting on the road to riches.
Join Our Tweetchat on Thursday 2/4, 12pm Pacific for a Chance to Win Prizes
Topic: Frugal Super Bowl Celebrations! Join our conversation for chance to win Amazon gift cards! Use #WBChat to participate!
Ask the Readers: Do You Prefer Getting Gift Cards or Cash?
Tell us if you prefer getting gift cards or cash and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
Celebrate Love, Not Money, With These Recycled Valentine's Day Gifts
Leave the Valentine's Day clichés at the store. These fun (and thrifty!) secondhand gifts are sure to please a frugal-hearted partner.
Psychology and Loans: The Strange Reasons Why You Make Bad Decisions
You might think that when it comes to big financial decisions, you only make logical, rational decisions. But research suggests that you don't.
The Gasoline Pump "Y2K" Problem
Here in San Mateo County, many gas stations are starting to sport prices above $4.00 per gallon. The trusty Gas and Shop down the street is still holding on to $3.93 per ga
Are You Wasting $300,000 on Lunch?
If you're dropping dollars on takeout lunches every day, you just might be eating your retirement.
How to Save 10-20% on Online Purchases, Every Day
You don't have to be an extreme couponer to find great deals online. Learn how to get major discounts on online purchases, every day.
How to Save Big at the Wizarding World of Harry Potter
Muggles can plan a fun, frugal trip to the Wizarding World of Harry Potter with a few tricks up their sleeve. No magic required.
Ask the Readers: Where Do You Shop for Groceries?
Tell us where you shop for groceries and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!