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A friend recently told me that someone she knows is so cheap that he would not let her use paper towels at his place. Yet at the same time he complains about not having enough mon
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Is Your Hotel Hiding These 5 Fees in Your Bill?
Hotels have followed the airlines into the business of fee inflation. Here are the fees to look for before you book — and how to avoid them once you arrive.
Five Frugality Hacks Straight Out of the Great Depression
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DIY Home Defense: 10 Ways to Protect Your Home From Burglars
Almost 75% of burglaries in the U.S. occur at residential properties. Make these simple DIY home improvements to protect your home and your stuff.
How I Erased $70,000 of Debt and Became an Eventual Millionaire
Personal finance blogger Jaime Tardy shares how she eliminated more than $70k of debt and then set her financial sights even higher.
Say No! 7 Reasons Why You Shouldn't Get Married if You're in Debt
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Get Business Start-up Tips from “Apprentice” Finalist Dr. Randal Pinkett
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Few foods are as frugal as the potato — and few are as versatile and delicious, either. Try these wonderful ways to prepare the humble spud.
Motivating Yourself and Others
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Rethinking the 529 College Savings Plan Strategy
Since the 529 college savings plan offers both an investment and a tuition option, there's good reason to do both!
5 Tricky Interview Questions Successful CEOs Always Ask
If you thought your last job interview was tough, wait till you see the hard-hitting questions these successful CEOs bring to the table.
5 Tips for Using the Internet at Work
Using the Internet for personal reasons at work? Just don't be a moron about it, and follow these tips to keep the privilege.
20 Ways to Use Pool Noodles
Floaty, foamy pool noodles have a million and one uses. Here are 20 to get you started.
6 Nervous Tics You Need to Stop Right Now
It's okay to feel nervous sometimes, but if your tension looks like this, it's time to do something about it.
10 Kitchen Mistakes Good Cooks Make
Think of these mistakes as the low-hanging fruit of kitchen disasters. Eliminate these common errors and enjoy better meals and less fuss.
Why Timing Is Everything When Saving Money on Travel
Want a great holiday on a budget? Consider going there when no one else is.
10 Ways to Make Your Own Ice Cream (and Other Frozen Treats)
Buying an ice-cream maker is just one option for making delicious, homemade frozen treats. Discover 10 great ways to make ice cream, sorbet, and more.
Best Money Tips: 11 Things You Should Know About Yourself
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Avoiding the Poverty Tax
Simply being poor can add to a family's cost of living. But the solution isn't necessarily increasing wealth...it's improving skills.